Not for points, but figured this still a good place to ask. In terms of quality of service/ airline/ comfort- best airline to fly NYC —> San Fran? Thanks. JetBlue Airways Delta Air Lines Virgin Atlantic United Airlines American Airlines

Would like to spend 3 weeks in New Zealand (when COVID permits) and trying to understand what a good budget would be for 2 people? Using points for airfare but otherwise renting rooms (air bnb/hotel) and a car. Both north and south island. Any thoughts?

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?

98 almost 99k base salary in San Diego, CA not including the bonuses or OT… is this too low or reasonable?

How does one share a Delta drink voucher? Can you just take a screenshot?

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

AMA: International Travel (US to Europe) During Coronavirus! I found very little info on this topic before my trip and had a bunch of questions which I wish someone could have helped with. Now, a friend and I both traveled US to Europe in the last week, different routes, in Econ/Biz. For anyone else looking to do the same, I’m happy to answer anything about the process - check in, flights, mask usage, security, visa checks, airports, social distancing, etc.

i just got my power line bill for 80 dollars between me and my roomate and find this expensive? I live in a 2/2 in FL. Wondering if there are any data points I can use here.

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

Has anyone here every taken a community tour from Almaty out to the lakes or mountains nearby?

What is the firm per diem for accenture strategy? You can spend this on travel engagements ?

Anyone have any experience with royal enfield? Thinking about getting a continental gt 650 but I’m worried it’ll be boring because of how slow it is

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.

Some construction work going on in the room next to me at 11pm central time here at the Westin! How many points is this worth?

Does anyone happen to know the PwC discount codes for Hilton and Marriott hotels...asking for a friend

Okay so I was supposed to chat with a recruiter about sharing my reference contacts for a reference check. He's been MIA for three days citing that he's been under the weather.

Should I be worried? Is this a strategy commonly used to stall or is he actually just sick?

What are currently the best Canadian credit cards for travelers? Looking for Aeroplan or bonvoy points or companion tickets

All the reimbursement and other stuff which goes to partner for approval , does partner actually sits and review all those and approves it or does he have any secretary or assistant to approve all that.

Currently 4 expenses(1 internet, 2 Cab, 1 Flight) which are awaiting partners approval and I am really concerned if he's gonna come shouting at me 😂

This is my first job in a large corporate company, and I’m trying to gauge how long it normally takes to move from entry level to another internal position in the insurance industry. I have been applying internally for a year now and I am wondering if this is normal or if my company is just slow? I am a top performer, with great metrics, and I have some wonderful connections I’ve made who support me. I just can’t seem to move up. How long did it take you to move up? How many tries did it take?

Any Bain folk willing to connect?

Bain & Company

Is severance taxed higher? I got 1 month of pay but seemed to be taxed much higher

I am getting a 3% interest rate on a jumbo loan with 20% down on a $850,000 single family home. The ball park in July was 2.65 - 2.75
Checking if folks are noticing a spike in interest rates or if I need to look for another lender.

Vaccine passports are racist against the same minorities who ostensibly can’t obtain ID.

Hello Friends, My friend is searching for job in PMO profile with 9 years of experience. Can you refer him. Preferred location is Pune and remote.any shift . From other locations also he is ok but will prefer Pune or Remote. Accenture Tata Consultancy Newco ZS Associates Deloitte Infosys Cognizant Credit Suisse Northern Trust Bajaj Finserv Citi UBS HDFC Bank Limited ICICI Prudential Life Insurance EY Wells Fargo EPAM System or any other organisations guys if you can refer. Many thanks in advance

Are there life science firms that allow fully remote work? Is there any disadvantage of being remote?

Just bought AMC April 7$. I think we get a pop in the next few days maybe to 10

Wife is 35 weeks pregnant and recently tested positive for Covid. Symptoms are mild to moderate. Doctor’s say no impact to baby if symptoms continue to remain under control. We are vaxed and boosted so not as worried about our recovery. More worried about the baby at this point. Anyone with similar experiences to share? TIA

Heading to Las Vegas for New Year's, any recommendations for hotels?

After 6 years of temporary contracts and unstable situations, I find my dream job in my dream company. All of a sudden the world goes upside down and I get laid off. I start sending hundreds of applications, with only 2 recruiters getting back to me to say I don’t have experience for the job (this is how it works in Italy). Add a terrible health situation in my family and it seems there’s no light at the end of the tunnel. Ugh. 😞

Sunday discussion. CEO Marc Benioff feels that companies should go beyond capitalism and push “social change”.
Let’s take Netflix / Dave Chapelle as the example, is it the CSR of Netflix to moderate the content they present and we pay for?
Personally, I don’t want companies to moderate for me or on behalf of me. I will make my own decisions as a citizen.

I work at Google and am interested in creating my own agency. Do you have any experience with this? Thoughts?

Someone willing to refer a Strategic Consultant, focusing on Financial Services, with almost 2 years' work experience? I'm 24 years old and the youngest student in my MBA's history.
I would like to work in a tech/Crypto company or in the investment field, ideally Venture Capital/ Private Equity. I am currently based in Italy but my brother is moving to Singapore for his wife and I would like to live close to him and build a future there. Help would be appreciated, thank you

My current firm didn’t require a case interview. Would like to leave soon, but want to have my ducks in a row. How can I best prepare for Big 4 and MBB interviews? How did you all do it?

Has any companies given their employees good raises to help with the rising costs of everything? I was a top performer and only got around 3% this last year.

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.

What personalized SPG promos did everyone get? Got an email today, looking for a sense of what’s out there

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

SYW is either dead or caps out at $80

I booked basic economy even though I’m platinum on delta using rewards since it was crazy cheap. Does upgrading to regular economy cost a lot? Will there be a cheapest time to move up?

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?

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

Does anybody have a referral link for Amex Platinum? - has to be UK based

Any star alliance status match delta platinum?

Whose got the best amex referral bonus to offer? Looking to apply for gold, but maybe platinum.

Best cash-equivalent conversion of UA miles, Marriott/Hilton/Hyatt points?

I’m personally a no frills traveler (hostels, economy etc) and have way too many of each...

Things I love: Seeing all the other consultants head to the back while I’m in first. Things I don’t love, hitting Platinum in June.

How does delta upgrades and waitlist work? Do all medallions check in 24 hours prior to boarding? What determines who gets what?

American Airline q - if I have Gold status and an American Airlines credit card - does that mean I get two free checked bags or one

Is it worth it to get the Amex platinum for a year for the large bonus offer if the intention is to possibly cancel it at the end of the year rather than downgrade?

Has anyone held AMEX Bonvoy cards in two separate countries? Would both link to your Bonvoy account?

My niece is getting in on the points game. Aside from TPG where should I send her to self educate? Any card recommendations? Her hubby is military so they won’t have to pay fees on most cards. Thanks!

Couldn’t check in for an hour because there was a ‘fire alarm’. Hoe many points?

My PTO was approved for the Thanksgiving & Christmas weeks but I’m totally clueless about the vacation spot given the pandemic situation. Requesting your recommendations. Warm places preferably! Thinking of Hawaii/Keywest