Question
So i have Citi for just about two yrs and have 300k points built up.
What is the best use of the points with the Thank you Network? I tried to book some trips but for a 1200 ticket they want 120000 points
Thanks
Dave
Answer
tried to book some trips but for a 1200 ticket they want 120000 points
There are two entirely separate airline redemption options. Online you can book only the variable type which allows you to use Thank You Points in lieu of cash to purchase any airline ticket on the basis of $0.01 per point. You must telephone to book the fixed type which typically requires fewer points, but with limited availability.
This is explained in the website FAQ...
https://www.thankyounetwork.com/faq.jspx
Click Travel Rewards > 2. What travel options do ThankYou Members have for Travel Rewards?
ThankYou Members have options to redeem for travel:
Our online travel booking tool is powered by Expedia® and allows you to travel when you want, how you want and on an airline you want. There are no limits on seat availability, advance purchase rules, limited airline choices, blackout dates or minimum point requirements.
The online booking tool is available for our variable priced option. Go to www.thankyounetwork.com to plan your trip. Choose an airline schedule, hotel or vacation package you want, and the number of points needed will vary based on the regular price. Since there’s no minimum point requirement, you can rest assured you won’t be using any more of your points than necessary. For example, if the flight you want is inexpensive, you might only have to use 18,000 or 20,000 points, because the number of points needed for redemption is based on the fare. Unlike many other travel reward programs, there are no limits on the number of reward seats or rooms available – if there is availability on the flight or at the hotel you want, you’ll get it. There’s no need to book in advance, or stay over a Saturday night.
If you are an eligible Citi® cardmember, you can also take advantage of our fixed flight option by calling a ThankYou Network Travel Specialist, toll-free. You will always get a ticket on the date you want to travel - if a seat is available. Just book 14 days in advance and stay over a Saturday night. Currently, for this option it takes only 25,000 points for flights in the continental U.S. and Alaska – for any destination, at any time of year. Flights to Hawaii are available for 40,000 points, and Europe for 60,000. And there are no blackout dates. So if you have the luxury of planning ahead, you’ll enjoy the peace of mind of our fixed flight option.
Answer
Just wanted to say thanks for the help. I called today and booked two tickets from MSP-ATH May 10-20 on KLM/NW which is good bc i am Plat on NW. Two tickets 2750 for both for only 120000 points. Just a little over .2 cents a points.
They have two systems to look in, make sure they look in both systems.
Thanks
Dave