Sunday Reader Question: Does Amex Count Buying Vanilla Reloads as an Eligible Purchase Towards a Spe
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Channel: The Points Guy | Arrivals · 2013 · Travel & Events
TPG reader Tony asks: Some credit cards, such as the Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card from American Express, define eligible purchases as "Eligible Purchases means purchases for goods and services minus returns and other credits. Eligible purchases do NOT include fees or interest charges, balance transfers, cash advances, purchases of travelers checks, purchases or reloading of prepaid cards, or purchases of other cash equivalents." Given such terms, does the Vanilla/Bluebird method still work to rack up points or bonuses? Pack your bags: In TPGtv, travel expert and founder of ThePointsGuy.com Brian Kelly showcases the extraordinary experiences made possible by maximizing frequent flyer miles and credit card points. The web-series follows Kelly as he journeys to far-reaching destinations around the globe traveling in style for a fraction of the cost. The first season of ten episodes sees Kelly take a once in a lifetime odyssey around Africa. Traveling from Ghana and Rwanda to South Africa and Doha, he discovers remarkable people and uncommon travel experiences while taking viewers inside the luxury hotel and resort accommodations that his points and mileage strategies secure. Instaram: http://www.instagram.com/thepointsguy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thepointsguy Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thepointsguy Snapchat: @thepointsguy https://thepointsguy.com/advertising-policy/
