For the Delta fast track promo, does anyone know if the 8 one ways need to all be for business travel? I already have 2 of the 8, both for work trips, so if I take 6 more one ways on personal travel would that count or they all need to be for work?

Used to be EXP on American, haven't flown them in a while and now no status. want to use miles for a flight, but they're charging $75 processing bc it's within 21 days. Any way around this?

Coffee pot not working on an AM flight, should be ~10k miles right?

[New to London ask]
I have a super long tube travel to work like many I hope. What do you do in the tube? Any suggestions?

Best credit cards for points redemption? Currently have delta platinum Amex and flying delta weekly.

Does American Airlines have any status partnerships with hotels or rental cars, etc? (Eg. Platinum Marriott will get you united silver)

Need info about Bangalore Metro. How is the availability? What is it about the purple line? Do we need metro card? Is it crowded a lot?

I like my job and live in a cool apartment in a cool city. I travel a lot, I have lots of savings, and I can afford virtually anything I want. I set and meet small goals (ex. run a 10k) regularly...

Are there any M fish in here who travel for work frequently? 29 F, frequent business travel & looking for someone who also lives out of their suitcase :)

30 yo gent here... I need to start going on dates with people who travel more ... this going on dates with people in the same city every week has been a big of a struggle. Anyone single!?

Staying at the Ritz and STR in the Maldives so expecting good service and reading mixed things about tipping. I usually don’t tip much at hotels (never really thought about it) but what do people do? Is there an expectation and would the amount be based on like room rate or just a flat daily per day?

Places to stay in Iceland that aren’t hella expensive? Also, any suggestions on ways to save money when there?

Why won’t AA let me book business class flights with points if they’re available to buy cash? (Qatar flight on AA site)

How can we redeem American Airlines miles on Qatar?

I’m working on casting hosts for a branded content series in the travel and hospitality space. Wondering if anyone has recommendations for where to tap that talent? They don’t need to be SME’s or influencers in the space, but mid level experience hosting.

Hi Everyone ,
I am a recent graduate from University of Leicester looking for SoC analyst roles , I have a question does being SoC analyst be considered a High clearance Job in the United Kingdom ? , Because all the Job role I have applied for the recruiters have been asking for clearance. Could anyone shed some light how I need to answer them or any tips would be greatly appreciated .

Regards
Jabez

I’ve been a paralegal for about 30 years in private law firmS. As I get older, I feel like it’s time for a semi-career change. Either an office manager position or perhaps a corporate position where I can travel a little since my kids are grown and I’m an empty-nester. Has anyone made this type of transition? Advise welcome. TIA

Anyone looking to get in at BDO?
Separately, anyone in the southwest or looking to get to the southwest?

How VISA in terms of flexibility and work Internationally on remote, do they allow to work from India during the holiday travel?

What are your top Excel ninja tricks? Ones that few people know...

I've been avoiding breaking up with someone (I've been dating off and on for a year) for the past few weeks because I can't decide the best way to do it. We're not compatible long-term. He's not seeing anyone else and I've told him I'm seeing other people but he's starting to have relationship expectations for me since we reconnected a few months ago. Any tips for having the conversation? I'd prefer to do it via text but I know people say it's not appropriate and it should be over the phone.

Any single F looking to get dinner or drinks today evening? 35 M here.

33M returning to NYC on Saturday. Anyone up for a Sunday brunch, cocktails, or a Central Park workout?

Out of work. Turned down a job b/c it was too junior (title and pay). Would have left first chance I got. Didn't want to screw them, but feel like I just screwed myself 🤔

I am done trying to pretend everything is fine at work. The higher ups on the team kept asking if I’m doing anything fun for the weekend during video calls. I felt the pressure to make something up but I just can’t. I’ve been struggling with depression, loneliness, anxiety with immigration and the fact that I might be out of work soon cuz my visa is expiring. I’m thousands of miles away from my family and I just want everything to stop. But when my manager kept asking in front of everyone am I

How did you come about choosing the field of engineering you are in?

What are the chances of Amazon (or FAANG in general) allowing you to apply/interview again for a position that you did not get in the past?

Has anyone in NY requested NTS extension beyond the 12/31/2020 extension?

Does UBS provide laptop?
I am hearing from HR that laptops are not issued. If that is the case how does WFH happen and how does flexibility work?
Any inputs would be really helpful
Joining next week.

This bowl has been quiet and I see partners commenting on odd posts around fishbowl so I figure you need more fodder: partners, did any of you have parents that travelled as much as you do?

Who made the Apple video that everybody is gushing about? Elephant or Apple In-house? I’m too cheap to pay for Ad Week so I didn’t see the credits. Congra to the writer. You won advertising this week.

Has anyone switched from fed/corporate tax to M&A tax? What was your experience?

Does anyone use Litera Transact? Do you find it useful? Our firm recently rolled out the tool but the partners would prefer to run the transactions the old way. Not sure if I should spend the time to learn the tool/promote it to partners?

Hi Friends, i recently changed my role to business analyst, worked as F&A team lead previously, what essential knowledge required to survive in industry, Can anyone guid me? Am in BFSI Domain .

I need advice from younger 🐠 who are closer to my son’s age than I am. He’s finishing up his 1st year in college and he’s gained the Freshman 15+. He plays a college sport, so he’s getting some activity, but with classes a hybrid of in-person and online, he’s not as active as usual and I think he’s enjoying unlimited food on his dining plan. I’ve heard jokes about the Freshman 15, but not seen how this plays out. Is this common? Do most people lose it when they adjust to college?

Does American Airlines have any status partnerships with hotels or rental cars, etc? (Eg. Platinum Marriott will get you united silver)

Why won’t AA let me book business class flights with points if they’re available to buy cash? (Qatar flight on AA site)

How can we redeem American Airlines miles on Qatar?

Anyone know if you can cancel your Chase Sapphire Preferred after 3 years and get Chase Reserve and still be eligible for the signup bonus points?

Any luck extending your CC minimum spend deadline for the joining bonus? Its hard to meet $5k spend if things continue so.

Got targeted for Amex platinum 100k. Is it worth it? Is there a higher targeted offer?
Considering doing it since no more personal card for BCG expenses. Also have CSR fwiw.

I don’t drive. Does that limit my activities if I am traveling to Hawaii ?

United GS flybirds - when do GPUs get posted into our accounts? Don’t we get a couple at the start of every year?

What is better hertz or Avis loyalty program? I have been on hertz (president circle status due to united status) and collected points a few free rental days now. But hertz always seems so much more expensive to me for personal trips and I end up buying Avis. Should I just shift to Avis? United has also ended its partnership with Hertz now, hence wondering.

One of the best things about COVID lockdown: The pause on “how many points?” posts in this bowl.

Does CSR earn 3x points at bars on drinks?

It says on Bonvoy breakfast voucher that gratitude is included. Somehow they always expect additional cash tips?

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

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?

I am stranded in a foreign country, was traveling for personal reasons, because AA cancelled my flight citing weather concerns but is flying other flights at the same time. Is there a way for me to 1. Get an alternate flight that is not painful. 2. Escalate and get compensation? Thank you.

Hilton 🐠 - what are your favorite properties to redeem points? What’s the best deal you’ve seen? Can be anywhere in the world. Interested in Waldorfs or Conrads that I can’t afford to pay in cash.

I made a reservation for my family at JW Marriott in India and they found someone dirty clothes and underwear near lamp in the room, the Marriott people came and cleaned the room and offered free dinner
I feel really terrified where on their website they say we clean do well and this happened with COVID going on. Should they compensate me with points?

Any star alliance status match delta platinum?

How many points? Caribbean Marriott Cat 3 property, 5 nights. They have an issue with the boiler so no hot water and shower stops in between. Ice cold showers for 4 days in a row 🥶. Hotel phones don’t work because network is down and only local channels work on tv. Last night they had a huge leak in the lobby. They kept knocking stuff all night to fix it and then left a large floor fan running. I understand it’s tough reopening so don’t want to push, plus they upgraded our room at check in.