Planning a trip back to Costa Rica and want to explore some new places. Last trip, we visited Arenal/La Fortuna, Monteverde, and Playa Conchal/Tamarindo. Flying into and out of San Jose and traveling in January. TIA!

Lifetime SPGer who is staying at a Marriott hotel for the first time. Platinum gift is 1k Marriott points (vs 500 spg points) and the green choice is 1k points for the whole stay (vs 500 per night)...

Any recommendations for a family trip to the Lake Como area? We are traveling with a two year old and infant. Which town should we stay near? We are considering Bellagio and Gravedona.

@women in the ME, I’m moving from NYC to Dubai. Is there some things to consider for attire in a business environment or is it the same as in NA? I’m thinking about business travel to other countries like KSA 👀

What is a good/ expected salary for an AE in San Fransisco?
What’s livable?

Is there any way to preserve/sell a Spirit airline reservation credit? Mine expires at the end of the year. Had to cancel over the summer due to extreme delays and uncertainties.

Will SPG Green Choice award of 500 points also triple to 1,500/night under the consolidated reward system? Couldn’t find anything in the Marriott marketing materials

Debating between a few travel cards and need some opinions. Debating between Capital One Venture, Venture X and Amex Green card.

Live in a non major city with an international airport, but need to be flexible to different airlines. Which of those cards, or other cards out there, would be best

Would love to hear thoughts on this one. Asking your firm to make sure the hotels at retreats stock quality 0.0 beer or other sober-curious-friendly options. Super progressive or super needy?

Best way to use Amex Concierge? First time with so not sure what best practices are (do I need to do research ahead of time or are they basically like a personalized travel agency)

Should I ask for a refund for my Delta flight or keep it as credit that can last til 2022? Delta is losing about 50m a day, so it’s a bit concerning. What would you do?

Have you ever taken a trip to Israel? If so, what tour company or guide did you go with? Considering a trip later this year or next year

What is your favorite holiday tradition/event to attend in San Diego?

Hello all, i have. A question regarding compensation for a lateral move. I just received a job offer for an UA position from a competing cyber insurance carrier for $70,000 + bonuses. This job will be based out of San Francisco. I currently make $30/hour for the same role in Chicago, after OT it’s about $60,000. Do you think it would be wise to accept the offer? Thoughts in general?

Flying United from US to Europe in economy as a silver elite. Am I eligible for a premium plus or Polaris upgrade?

Any Hilton recs in Charleston?

I am considering buying a Eurail pass to travel for 10 days around Europe in the winter months . Is the pass easy to use ? Is it worth the money ?

Has anyone ever travelled by air with a paper license (temp license)? Did you run into any issues with TSA?

Thoughts on the best domestic mileage program? Any recommendations for someone also potentially using those miles for international redemptions?

What's the best luxury points hotel in Kyoto? Deciding between the Suiran Kyoto and the Ritz.

Current Titanium member, so considerations are service, hard product quality, location, and elite recognition. TIA!

Hey fish

I have separate NPS account in which i was contributing for more than an year and now i see an option in my payroll portal like i can link my NPS PRAN to current org and employer will also contribute equally

Can some one suggest what does it benifit us and how it differs from EPFO which we have already

Wish me luck: I just took a job at a new agency in which I'll get paid double as the creative director for a team of 30 people. I'm ecstatic, this is my dream!

Does anyone have any experience with General Motor’s HireVue process?

Hi..
What is the hierarchy structure - Senior Software Engineer, Senior Specialist, Consultant, Senior Consultant? Are they all in E2 band?

PDM specialist at 96k. I have an option to select PDM Specialist 2 or PDM Manager for my promotion with the PPMD. Which one is advisable to prefer Pay wise? I am thinking to take PDM 2 to increase my base pay for the manager.

Can you travel out of the US while your H1B is pending approval?

Currently on STEM OPT.

For advice/fee based platforms: SEI Private Trust or Envestnet as your preferred?

I was hopeful and excited to have a better working experience while working with EY. But seems like tagline is building better working world in real it is building worse working world. Anyone here experiencing same ?

Hi Fishes

What to expect in phone interview at Amazon? Is it based on work ex or LPs? Amazon India

I’m gonna short the shit the out of Peloton, hopefully will get rich enough to buy one

I'm a part of PXT team, is it right to apply for diff roles internally at this time?

Does Deloitte file premium processing for h1b?

Joining Deloitte. I just submitted my documents to immigration. How long will it take to file my H1B case with USCIS? It’s wired big company like Deloitte is using third party law firm for H1B transfers.

What is the band for SE1 & SE2 in Amex ??

How do I go from SDR/BDR to being a Sales Engineer?

I am currently in staff 3 and will be promoted to senior post October.


Currently I am in the lower side of package 5.5 LPA So, can I expect more hike as i am alredy in the lower packege?

What is minimal package for senior 1 in gds

Today I learned a new thing. One candidate was referred by a colleague of mine in the system. He got selected and offer letter rolled out.

When he checked the system he realized the referral was not taken and the background system captured it as direct hire.

So my friend is not going to get any referral incentive.

Wondering if anyone else faced the same issue?

Planning a 10-12 day trip late April / early May. We are looking to spend 3-4 days in a region of Italy and we can’t decide between Cinque Terre and the Amalfi coast. We have the rest of the trip pretty much planned out but are up in the air with these two options. Open to any Pros / Cons or experiences you’ve had!

Trying pick a reasonably priced location for Christmas this year. Thoughts?

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.

Best hotel in Greenville SC?? I’m having a hard time finding any good options and want somewhere super nice for celebrating a birthday!

Recs for Raleigh/Durham

Any recommendations for a family trip to the Lake Como area? We are traveling with a two year old and infant. Which town should we stay near? We are considering Bellagio and Gravedona.

Best way to use Amex Concierge? First time with so not sure what best practices are (do I need to do research ahead of time or are they basically like a personalized travel agency)

Any Hilton recs in Charleston?

Has anyone moved to ireland or visited for a long period of time. A role is opening up there and I have the potential to move. What are some things that I should consider. Currently live in SF, CA

Do any of you work in a different country than your company is based? I would love to eventually work internationally (based in the USA), ideally remote, but I’m not sure how realistic it is for most people

Also unfortunately I don’t code so a programming jobs are out of the question, and I know many of those jobs are easily worked remote/internationally

Stopping in Philly for one night...what's the best area to stay in? Would love to be walkable to a few good brewpubs, craft beer bars or breweries, esp. those with outdoor areas/beer gardens and in an area that's less urban and more residential ideally w. historic row houses. TY!

What's the best luxury points hotel in Kyoto? Deciding between the Suiran Kyoto and the Ritz.

Current Titanium member, so considerations are service, hard product quality, location, and elite recognition. TIA!

Booked a room at an adorable bed and breakfast for a wedding in Sandy River, Oregon, but wedding has been cancelled. Any ideas on selling/transferring the room? Not sure where to post..

Is it possible to do Grand Canyon, Bryce, Zion park work-cation trip?
anyone have itinerary? How many days should I plan, if im working Monday-Friday?

Question on UK visa-
My partner will be traveling often to London, once a month for an year starting September. He is getting his visa through work (10 years, multiple entry, 6 months max stay, cost some $1000).

I have applied for standard tourist visa in the past and they are usually short term. It could be max 6 months, but they see your itinerary and allocate you few months around the itinerary

Is there a way to get 6 months multiple entry visa, if I were to join him once in a while.

Best things to do in Marrakech?

Anyone been to Ibiza? I’m (27M) traveling solo in July and would love some recommendations on where to stay, party, and eat. I’ve never been so any advice is appreciated!

Toronto for Thanksgiving. Best marriott/spg hotel? Things to do?

For delta, Alaska and American domestic US flights - all allow a carry on and laptop bag correct?

Any suggestions for a doable road trip for 3/4 days from LA in late Jan / early Feb?