Comments on: Reader mail: Can I convert an existing credit card to a rewards card and still get the big bonuses? http://www.upgradetravelbetter.com/2007/09/24/reader-mail-can-i-convert-an-existing-credit-card-to-a-rewards-card-and-still-get-the-big-bonuses/ Living the first class life -- at coach prices Fri, 08 Aug 2008 19:21:09 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.2.2 By: Cari http://www.upgradetravelbetter.com/2007/09/24/reader-mail-can-i-convert-an-existing-credit-card-to-a-rewards-card-and-still-get-the-big-bonuses/#comment-16615 Cari Wed, 03 Oct 2007 00:40:15 +0000 http://www.upgradetravelbetter.com/2007/09/24/reader-mail-can-i-convert-an-existing-credit-card-to-a-rewards-card-and-still-get-the-big-bonuses/#comment-16615 @ Shawn: I considered the Hilton when I got the SPG AMEX but at that time, I found the Starwood to be a better benefit - namely the 5K bonus when transferring 20K points -> air miles. I don't often/ever use points for hotel stays so I don't know how the hotel redemption compares. @ Shawn:

I considered the Hilton when I got the SPG AMEX but at that time, I found the Starwood to be a better benefit - namely the 5K bonus when transferring 20K points -> air miles. I don’t often/ever use points for hotel stays so I don’t know how the hotel redemption compares.

]]> By: Shawn Hollingsworth http://www.upgradetravelbetter.com/2007/09/24/reader-mail-can-i-convert-an-existing-credit-card-to-a-rewards-card-and-still-get-the-big-bonuses/#comment-16614 Shawn Hollingsworth Tue, 02 Oct 2007 22:27:56 +0000 http://www.upgradetravelbetter.com/2007/09/24/reader-mail-can-i-convert-an-existing-credit-card-to-a-rewards-card-and-still-get-the-big-bonuses/#comment-16614 I have had the AMEX Platinum card with the Hilton Honors logo and I love the card. It gives me three points for every purchase I make and 5 for every purchase that involves groceries, postal, dining, and the like. The points can be used for airlines, cruises, gift cards, travel packages, and of course the Hilton family of hotels. I've taken my family to the Times Square DoubleTree 3 times in the last 18months for 3 nights each stay. The room rate averages $350 + tax and comes with a buffet breakfast. I have never paid a dime for the room. My card points footed the bill. I've done the same at other tourist locations and made out like a bandit. I also have the Starwood, Blue, and Platinum but the Hilton card is the most heavily used because of the benefits. I have had the AMEX Platinum card with the Hilton Honors logo and I love the card. It gives me three points for every purchase I make and 5 for every purchase that involves groceries, postal, dining, and the like. The points can be used for airlines, cruises, gift cards, travel packages, and of course the Hilton family of hotels. I’ve taken my family to the Times Square DoubleTree 3 times in the last 18months for 3 nights each stay. The room rate averages $350 + tax and comes with a buffet breakfast. I have never paid a dime for the room. My card points footed the bill. I’ve done the same at other tourist locations and made out like a bandit.
I also have the Starwood, Blue, and Platinum but the Hilton card is the most heavily used because of the benefits.

]]> By: Cari http://www.upgradetravelbetter.com/2007/09/24/reader-mail-can-i-convert-an-existing-credit-card-to-a-rewards-card-and-still-get-the-big-bonuses/#comment-16611 Cari Tue, 02 Oct 2007 16:13:59 +0000 http://www.upgradetravelbetter.com/2007/09/24/reader-mail-can-i-convert-an-existing-credit-card-to-a-rewards-card-and-still-get-the-big-bonuses/#comment-16611 Hiya! A friend pointed me to your blog and this post caught my attention. With AMEX it's seeming to be a bit of luck of the draw as to whether they'll allow you to convert. My friend was allowed to convert an Amex Blue Cash ->Delta Skymiles AMEX with no new inquiry or new account on her credit report (it's been 6 months). For myself, I opened a new Starwood because I wanted the 10K points bonus. I look forward to reading more, your blog seems interesting. Hiya! A friend pointed me to your blog and this post caught my attention. With AMEX it’s seeming to be a bit of luck of the draw as to whether they’ll allow you to convert. My friend was allowed to convert an Amex Blue Cash ->Delta Skymiles AMEX with no new inquiry or new account on her credit report (it’s been 6 months). For myself, I opened a new Starwood because I wanted the 10K points bonus. I look forward to reading more, your blog seems interesting.

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