Easiest way to do a “mile run” but for bonvoy nights? Even with the 5 award nights, I’ll be ~8 away from titanium!

Has anyone gone to the Canadian/Montreal F1 Grand Prix? if so recommendations on places to stay and where/when to get tickets

Best Marriott/SPG property for a couple’s stay in Amsterdam? End of December - want to be reasonably close to city center but not break the points bank (<~50k a night ideally )

So I jump ship in Hong Kong and make my way over to Tibet...

Has anyone taken the blue line to ORD recently? Is it open and safe to use? Debating taking the L or a Lyft to the airport

What are some perks of the Ritz?? I’m staying here for the next few weeks but I don’t get the hype

Flight attendant - If you are traveling with a laptop, we will provide you with an infant-only life vest. Thank you and enjoy your flight. LOL. :P #mondaymornings

Does anyone ever redeem Marriott points for gift cards? Is it worth it?

New to UR travel portal. I keep seeing that I will get 1.5x back here -- does that mean if I have 20,000 points originally, it becomes 30,000 points in the portal? (cont.)

Solo trip to Puerto Rico. Any recs? Thanks fam.

Looking for recommendations for Cyprus. Best areas to stay and visit for remote working for an extended period. Interested in insights on lifestyle there. Thanks!

Anyone w hotel mgmt experience willing to talk? Parents own a hotel that is suffering greatly but could be amazing. I know nothing and am not at the table and my generation is not wanted there.

Any travel recommendations in December?

Definitely not a fan of Westin's "Eat Well" proposition. I'm working in the room at 2:00 AM and the most appetizing menu item is a cold turkey avocado and arugula wrap. I just want a burger and fries!

Has anyone considered the idea of traveling to Mexico to get stamping? For context I am in L1 and extension was approved last month. I need to travel outside to India for personal reason which does not qualify for emergency visa.

Hi Fishes,🐠🐟🐬🦈🐳🐋🐡
Let's hear about your journey, how did you land in US/UK/EU/Canada etc. from India? preferably direct hire with Visa sponsorship.
Pls do share company name & country, Job portals.
Also it would be great to hear some do's and don'ts
Hopefully it will help someone who is/are planning for migration and will help him/her to plan better.
TIA

If you bought a United Flight with miles can you change your flight and book with cash? I don’t have enough points for flight I want to change to and app is only give me miles option

I might get roasted for asking such a basic question but - how much do you budget for eating out ($ amount or % of budget)?

Pre pandemic I was traveling 5 days a week and just used left over per diem on the one night I went out with friends at home. During covid I stayed home. Now that I’m fully vaccinated and are many of my friends they want to go out to eat/drink. During covid I moved from a LCOL to here so I’m experiencing delayed sticker shock at the prices. Any tips?

Home sweet Westin

Worked a few years at a small company and wondering what it actually takes to make the big jump to MBB. Anyone willing to connect and share insights?

Would you suggest someone pursuing an MBA if they want to get a role in HR or Project Management? And for those that want to pursue product management... are there still a decent amount of numbers similar to accounting? Thanks

Hey everyone - I could do with some advice. Not sure what I am doing wrong, but I am having a hard time getting interview calls. I am trying to pivot from consulting to the industry and targeting project/program management roles. I have been doing this work for 7+ years now (total YOE 12 years) so certainly have the right skillset. I have tried a couple of referrals too but that didn’t help either. Any advice you guys could provide would be helpful. Thanks!

I was rejected from a job because I don’t have a big online presence. Why does work have to be my hobby, too? Is this normal?

I am just starting my weight loss journey, trying to figure out what my BMI is and what types of food makes me more fat. Any one here can make recommendations? I googled but so much info...

My Covid antibody test was negative but I swear I had Covid before.....I don’t understand this virus

Anyone starting at Deloitte Jan 11?!

Wondering if there are marketing people who work with companies to earn a commission? Does this exist? Does anyone have any experience with this? What are your thoughts? Considering something like this for my fashion business.

Anyone here play tennis? Recently moved here and trying to find some good courts. Recs are appreciated. TIA!

What are shift timings in Sunlife , also is it mandatory to come to office daily or 2 times a week, or is it psbl to take wfh if staying in Noida.

Also what is there medical insurance policy. Spouse child employee ....how much cap??
Are parents covered under same policy or they charge extra premium.

I want to give a Christmas gift to the manager of the gym I go to. She’s awesome and I just really appreciate her. I can’t think of any ideas though! Can anybody think any good ones? I do not know much about her personal life except that she’s a single mother.

Best mentoring advice you were given?

Is it bad if I already find myself disliking my job 1 month in? Did anyone feel this way at first and then grow to like what they do?

To those in leadership, no PBB is what it is, but to blame it on COVID-19 is just a slap in the face...2-3 weeks of working from home doesn’t kill the fiscal year when we’re 9 months in....

Looking to apply for venture x before the offer goes away today. Anyone out there willing to share some of their referral bonus? 50 bucks?

Staying at a Hilton currently and have had tons of minor issues in the 3 days We’ve been here. Room wasn’t ready for 45min after check in time, AC did not work, maids did not clean room...continued

My international flight is delayed due to closure of Pakistan airspace. Going to miss my connecting flight (on a different carrier) . Can I apply for trip cancellation insurance with chase for this ?

Chase Sapphire Reserve is not able to book a ticket for me on Air India because the flight is not showing up on their system. The flights shows up everywhere else including on Expedia, which powers Chase’s portal. Anyone had similar experience?

Has anyone tried to sell miles or points through one a site. I have a family member looking to do it and I had never looked into. Any experiences? Pros cons

I'm about to start my first travel case. SPG or Accor?

Received an offer to upgrade my Amex Everyday to an Everyday Preferred for 40k points. Is that considered a good offer? And if I do upgrade, will it count towards 5/24?

Does any kind soul here have any extra United upgrade points to lend for an urgent upcoming flight? :)

Thoughts on the new Chase Freedom Flex?

Would you rather have 5x amex MR points or 3x chase UR points for each dollar spent on flights? Why? Company let's me book flights on personal cards and trying to decide which to choose.

Is it just me or Marriott is actively trying to kill the SPG brand. Have been trying to reach SPG platinum customer service line - 3 attempts so far, each lasting 30 mins, no success yet.

Since the Chase Freedom Unlimited gives 3% cash back on dining, does that mean you get more UR points that way vs. using the Chase Sapphire Preferred?

Alaska to join Oneworld!!!

Amex Platinum Users - How does “no preset spending limit” get reported to the credit bureaus? Just got approved and 6 months ago my credit was around 580 so this is a huge achievement for me, but I’m also obsessed with maintaining my credit score now. Google has not been helpful; too many answers are no answer. Thank you!

Best way to cash $2000 in visa gift cards?

Have an amount of Marriott points I would would like to use to buy United miles.

Any advice on carrying out this transaction?

Can someone confirm if Marriott does not give complimentary breakfast with a points booking? Booked with 25k points and was told no complimentary breakfast..

Anyone have a Silvercar code?

I am sick of seeing these SPG Marriott posts!! Can we talk about something else for a change?

Does CSR earn 3x points at bars on drinks?