Frequent Miler on the Air Chase Sapphire Reserve card: More costly, coupony, and complicated | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep311 | 6-20-25
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Jun 20, 2025 Delve into the complexities of the Chase Sapphire Reserve card, now more costly and coupon-like than ever. Discover how to transfer Avios across different airlines and the intriguing new American Express offers. The hosts discuss Chase's new business version of the Sapphire Reserve and the removal of the Sapphire family rule, making the card even trickier to navigate. Learn about changes in point redemptions and upcoming perks that may or may not benefit consumers. There's also chatter about JetBlue's status match and the latest in travel rewards strategies.
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Customer Service Anecdote
- Customer service reps often give wrong answers due to pressure to close calls quickly.
- Never Not Knitting successfully transferred Avios points by following a tutorial, not phone call advice.
Amex's "As High As" Offers Confuse
- Amex listing welcome offers with "as high as" confuses consumers.
- This may discourage applicants who don't get the top offer after application.
Amex Ends Certain Travel Rebates
- Amex ending 35% rebate for booking business/first class on airlines other than the selected one reduces value.
- This cuts off benefits for many international flights booked through foreign carriers.