Wyndham Rewards Changes- Might make the CC useful?

Matt

Matt

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dukewake said:
There have been a few writeups today about the changes to the Wyndham program. It might make the Wyndham CC useful for hotel stays. See Frequent Miler's post here: http://frequentmiler.boardingarea.com/2015/03/31/wyndham-15000-points-per-night-anywhere/

I think I might go ahead and get the card, 3 stays at a top tier Wyndham definitely isn't a bad signup bonus. Thoughts?
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It's great value. But I really doubt this pricing will last. Get on it fast, and don't be disappointed if they move the goalposts on you.
 
rhinodh

rhinodh

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Matt said:
It's great value. But I really doubt this pricing will last. Get on it fast, and don't be disappointed if they move the goalposts on you.
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Agreed. I hope I'm wrong but if their history is any indicator, Wyndham will pull the rug out from under you.
 
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Abbazappaplant

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I applied and was approved. I figure if all works out, then great, trip to hawaii. If not, I'll figure out a way to use the 3 free nights. I will be booking fast, I'll tell you that much.
 
jd13

jd13

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Just did an AOR on Friday, had I seen this I probably would have pulled the trigger instead of getting my 2nd Arrival.

I hope the CC bonus sticks around (or gets better).
 
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dukewake

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I read it on million mile secrets, supposedly the offer language has it in the terms and conditions:

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http://millionmilesecrets.com/2015/05/04/how-to-get-3-free-nights-worth-900-with-the-new-wyndham-hotel-card/
Nick said:
Can you post a link? I'm now seeing 30K with 15K anniversary.
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smittytabb

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I have yet to find a link that has the 15K after spending $1K. Wyndham Rewards? Not a fan. Points expire after 4 years and you can't do anything to extend them beyond 4 years. However, they will expire sooner (in 18 months) of not earning or spending points. Mine were gone sooner. Wonder if the credit card or the new T & Cs will change that.
 
Dwater

Dwater

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smittytabb said:
I have yet to find a link that has the 15K after spending $1K. Wyndham Rewards? Not a fan. Points expire after 4 years and you can't do anything to extend them beyond 4 years. However, they will expire sooner (in 18 months) of not earning or spending points. Mine were gone sooner. Wonder if the credit card or the new T & Cs will change that.
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Its right here


barclaycardus.com/apply/Landing.action?campaignId=2152&cellNumber=12&prodidreq=CCVVS64804&referrerid=Slider2015&eid=wrt:slider4:credit_card:3_free_nights
 
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Andrew Beall

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I applied and was approved today. I never thought twice about Wyndham until their reward changes and increased bonus. The fact that their all-inclusive properties are included sold me.
 
road2elysium

road2elysium

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Andrew Beall said:
I applied and was approved today. I never thought twice about Wyndham until their reward changes and increased bonus. The fact that their all-inclusive properties are included sold me.
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Applied and approved today as well. Hope it lasts for at least a few months. First Comenity card and already wondering if there's a possible downgrade option, for when the eventual devaluation happens, a la Club Carlson.
 
Dwater

Dwater

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Andrew Beall said:
I applied and was approved today. I never thought twice about Wyndham until their reward changes and increased bonus. The fact that their all-inclusive properties are included sold me.
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Exactly its a great deal, even if you used it at the better properties in the US its still a decent deal

With the all-inclusive properties..... well, I cant think of too many hotel CC apps where you could get 1-2K of value.

The following blog was posted yesterday

https://saverocity.com/thedealmommy/2015/05/11/wyndham-credit-card/

As you can see by the comments at the end we had a cordial difference of opinion! ;-)

The vast majority of MS things are normally exploiting short term opportunities.

You take advantage and move on to the next.

What also makes this a decent opportunity is that Barclays doesn't have that many cards and they seem to only pull from TU which most of the others don't. I just don't see it as a wasted pull if you have a decent shot of being approved.
 
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lpaca

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We just got one of these tonight. The 45k after 1k spend is pretty good, considering we're planning to use it in Miami in December when the nights go for $700+ each (we'd like pay $200ish on hotwire/priceline otherwise). What I like about this card is that the 45k pts and 15k anniversary bonus don't need to be used within 1 year. I think the points expire in 4 years so that gives us more time to save up some points to use on a longer stay (vs. IHG/Hyatt cards which have to be used within each year). Also, though spending 7.5k for a free night isn't always the best (opp. cost of $150), it's worth considering for specific redemption options.

The all-inclusives resorts don't get the best reviews so we'll probably use these on places like NYC, Miami, or Dolce properties once they add them.
 
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