My condolences for anyone who’s been stuck in this Amtrak fiasco 😢

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.

Booking flights for family on United and partner airline (Lufthansa). Should I put it on my chase sapphire preferred or United explorer card to maximize points? I’m not traveling with them if that matters..

Is there an online auction or store-like site where I can buy lost luggage at rock-bottom prices, so I could buy a high-end suitcase cheaper than retail?

My American citizen 8 month old is on tourist visa in India; current stay runs out on June 7. Flying outside the country is a risk we don’t want to take w/COVID. Don’t want to overstay the visa either. So we applied online on eFRRO to convert his visa to X-1 so we can apply for his OCI. They didn’t ask for payment and message popped up saying watch your text/email for next steps. Anything else I can do?

Planning to go to Jersey Shore (Spring Lake, Asbury Park, Bradley Beach, etc.) Will be going in 2 weeks with SO. Any recommendation for where to stay for 1 night? Looking for something romantic and very nice. Any advice? Thanks!

Anyone stay at the Ritz-Carleton in D.C.? I’ve never stayed at a Ritz location so I’m curious to hear what to expect. Will be in D.C. for a conference so my firm is covering the trip.

Does your firm let you take 28-30 December off? Many of my team members won’t be working those days and I decided last minute that I’d like to travel somewhere between Christmas and the New Year.

Has anyone had experience travelling to the US from the Schengen area, while on OPT. I understand that students on an F1 visa are allowed to re-enter, but It’s unclear what happens for students on OPT (not in college anymore)

For Delta status challenge, do MQDs and MQMs need to be earned after the challenge starts, or do MQD/Ms I’ve earned before the challenge count?

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?

What’s the point of suite upgrade nights with Marriott? I have had all of mine denied or the reservation doesn’t qualify. You feel like you get a perk but never can use them.

Anyone want to swap weekend hotel rooms? Up for a new location! Message me.

Anyone ever go on one of the nat geo expeditions? Are they worth the $$$? I really want to go on one but cannot justify the cost 😢 I was looking at the Antarctica and Patagonia expedition cruises.

Why platinum and no longer platinum elite?

Saw one post in Yammer USI Kolkata grp reg. Darjeeling trip during this long weekend.
Did the plan work out? If yes, photo bhejo bhailog. 🙂

Looking to spurge all of my Marriott points for honeymoon. Which international property would everyone recommend?

Who is still having issues? Mine currently
1) Wrong lifetime night count (wrong on one and zero on other)
2) Missing reservations
3) Missing past stays
4) Discrepancy between website and mobile app

Recommendations on a 4-day road trip near the east coast / Midwest?

What are some great hotels downtown (near the Common) for an anniversary weekend? Especially with regard to their upgraded suites.

Planning a 10 day trip with my sister to Hawaii but not sure which island to pick. Which one do you recommend between Big Island and Maui?

Anyone know US car insurance companies that recognize Canadian driving history/experience?

Hi Fishes,
What will be the annual hike/increment at Bny Mellon,Pune for Senior QA and Test Analyst position and will a professional whois joining in the month of November be considered for the annual appraisal in the appraisal cycle?
Could anyone advice on this?

What are the predictions now that the stimulus bill was approved? Solid green for the next week?

3rd year associate. Former fed law clerk. Working at ID firm. Doing slip and falls and wrecks. Recently received big law offer to do products. Really want to go. Gave notice to current firm. Current firm really wants me to stay, counters that it will try to get me salary as close to big law offer and give me complex work. Stay at ID firm or accept big law offer?

Is it important to tell recruiters your end goal when first reaching out? For example, I’m interested in switching from litigation to transactional, but my eventual goal is to go in house. Is that important to mention or precarious? Would recruiters have insight into the best way to make that goal happen?

Let’s talk office set ups. I am looking at a Uplift standing desk as my big splurge because I have back issues, and the room I work in has horrible lighting so I’m considering some sort of selfie light ring type thing that I can clip to my monitor. Anyone have feedback on either the desk or a light they like, or any other ergo friendly home office hacks you’ve found helpful?

Seattle Fish - I’m moving to the area with my SO. What neighborhoods besides Capital Hill would be a great place to stay? I’d be commuting to Bellevue. We enjoy going out to restaurants, hiking, but also cook a lot so access to grocery store nearby would be nice too. Both would have cars

Does anyone else struggle with billing? I find myself working 12+ hour days and yet my actual hours are pretty modest. Seems like I’m losing most of my time on correspondence because I’ll forget to start a timer when I read/respond to emails.

How do you manage keeping track of and responding to teams chats and emails in a timely manner? I have a hard time addressing chats when I am focused on something else, because I know it will completely derail me. But then I forgot to circle back to the chat when I’m done and I’ve recently been told that my response time is unacceptable and needs to improve, but I’m truly unsure how to improve.

When is the best time to disclose your disability? During the interview phase, when you first start, or when the issues first come up and you need accommodations?

Can we pin a post with recommendations for professionals and therapists that you can trust in your geographic location? If so, I’ll start in the comments with my recommendation.

Anyone have insight on Adams and Reese (culture, pay, hours, etc)?

Joined cts on 20 sep 22 as fresher,added all deliverables in goperform,role is set and skills are approved, when will i get my rating,what would be the appraisal Percent for me in april 2023?

What is the best way to attract a new mate? I got out of a 7 year relationship (he was cheating on me for half of it) and I’m so confused on where to even start. I have a therapist and working on my trust issues - but I have self confidence issues. I’ve been burned for being ‘unattractive’. But I’ve seen girls that are objectively more unattractive than me have mates. So it must be a confidence issue? Those girls seem to glow while I am so sad. Or it’s the guys I go on dates with?

Can anyone help, What would be the interview questions being asked,if someone is moving to a PMO Role from an analyst role.

Hi, just wondering how the staffing situation has been in strategy consulting in general? My sibling started a job in strategy in Silicon Valley 2 months ago after MBA. She has been on the bench for 2 months and was informed that there has been a shortage of jobs (within the job) and the amount of people on the bench is getting high. She has been under a lot of stress although she had many great networking calls with people. I wanted to help but can't identify what she can improve on.

What to do when parents dig their toes into your relationship? They don't approve of who I'm with and very vocal about it.

In 10 years, this may be in the rear view or they may not let up. Anyone with experience in this?

Any international transplants here? Coming from Portugal!

Any good basketball training place for kids in the Waltham area?

How much is fair for movers from Boston to Wayland? Bedroom and living room in a 500 sq ft apartment, only furniture.

New to the area, anyone in this group into hunting?

Anyone know of good (safe) parking garages near ink block in south end? Moving in on tues and the waitlist is 2 months long for a spot in their garage

Moving to Boston next month and looking to get a six month lease to get on the September 1st cycle - is there any way for me to avoid a broker fee?

Favorite halal restaurant in Boston? Help a Muslim brother out 😅

Looking for a roommate for 3B2B between Porter and Davis Squares. Roommates are me and a 2L at Harvard Law. Flexible start between August and November, with imminently reasonable rent of $1,270. Let me know if interested.

Anniversary coming up next weekend. We are new to Boston . Any recommendations for fun activities in town ? The evening is planned at top of the hub

What are some great hotels downtown (near the Common) for an anniversary weekend? Especially with regard to their upgraded suites.

Anybody here looking for a SNOO bassinet? I have one which I’m looking to sell.

new to the boston area and wondering if it’s safe to take a roadtrip through the essex coastal scenic byway. Really need to get out of the house. Any thoughts/inputs highly appreciated!

South End: 1 Room in 2bd/1ba; 1-yr lease; May Move-in (Later Negotiable); $1,300/mo; <5 min from BMC, BU Med/Dental--PM/DM/Chat if interested!

Recently received notice from landlord rent is going up ~20%. For reference, it is privately owned condo and did not sign at a COVID discounted rate. Super frustrated. What are others seeing for rent increases?

Recommendations for where to do LASIK in Boston ?

Is this group really gonna be mostly apartment listings?

How long due you need to be at an employer to be eligible for the family leave plan that is available for all Massachusetts employees as part of the Paid Family Medical Leave program ? I believe the PFML is applicable 2021 onwards

Are there any affordable studios in Seaport (~$3000)? I don’t need amenities or anything. I just want to be within a mile of my office (near Shake Shack).