Newbie want to go to Israel

[Shem Tov]

I am looking to build enough miles to go with some one my family to Israel.  I need to be spending enough money in the coming weeks to qualify for a number of offers for miles bonuses.  I've already done Amex (have about 135k points), SPG (have 80k points), and Sapphire (55k).  I have about 100k in Delta miles amd 75k Citi TY points as well. Besides for SPG they were all in my name so I can do something in my wife's as well.  She does not get applroved for Chase though, too many cards in past 2 years.  I want to build my remaining points wisely.  I do not know much about using point for travel though so don't know what other cards make the most sense.  Particularly since the points will be spread over so many cards, not sure what programs allow you to convert points, which airlines that fly to Israel offer best value, etc.  I am also terrible at reading thru long posts and threads and coming out with a practical plan.   Can someone help?

TY,

Ben

[David Smith]

You have enough already. Sell the points and book revenue tickets.

[myi]

You have enough already. Sell the points and book revenue tickets.

smartest choice.

[rileywiles23]

I am looking to build enough miles to go with some one my family to Israel.  I need to be spending enough money in the coming weeks to qualify for a number of offers for miles bonuses.  I've already done Amex (have about 135k points), SPG (have 80k points), and Sapphire (55k).  I have about 100k in Delta miles amd 75k Citi TY points as well. Besides for SPG they were all in my name so I can do something in my wife's as well.  She does not get applroved for Chase though, too many cards in past 2 years.  I want to build my remaining points wisely.  I do not know much about using point for travel though so don't know what other cards make the most sense.  Particularly since the points will be spread over so many cards, not sure what programs allow you to convert points, which airlines that fly to Israel offer best value, etc.  I am also terrible at reading thru long posts and threads and coming out with a practical plan.   Can someone help?

TY,

Ben

For pay, I'm sure someone can help you

[Shem Tov]

Thanks everyone.  I don't want to sell.  I understand that it is not legal, and that many poskim recommend against it.  Also, I am not looking to book yet.  I am looking to accumulate as many points/miles as I can and then see.  Not even sure how many of my children I would take with me.  Meanwhile I am looking to accumulate the best points for my purpose.

[Shem Tov]

smartest choice.

What are revenue tickets?

[sky121]

What are revenue tickets?

Tickets booked with cash.

[Shem Tov]

Thanks.  Don't want to sell miles though, as I wrote in my other post

[aygart]

a shame you can't do Chase since CSR would probably be best for you.

[shapsam]

Thanks everyone.  I don't want to sell.  I understand that it is not legal,

It's 100% legal, it's just against the terms and conditions of the airlines/banks.

[chbochur]

It's 100% legal, it's just against the terms and conditions of the airlines/banks.

Once we're at it, which rabonim are opposed of it for halachic reasons

[Shem Tov]

Shapsam: Sorry, my reference was misleading. I did not mean criminally illegal.  I meant that its a violation of legally binding agreements.
CHbochur:  Everyone has to ask their own rav, but, some of the prominent rabbanim in Lakewood

[aygart]

Shapsam: Sorry, my reference was misleading. I did not mean criminally illegal.  I meant that its a violation of legally binding agreements.
CHbochur:  Everyone has to ask their own rav, but, some of the prominent rabbanim in Lakewood

Did you speak with them or is it only what you heard?

[Shem Tov]

I spoke with one of them and my brother called another

[Shem Tov]

Back to my original post/question: Does anyone have suggestions as to which are the best credit cards to apply for to accumulate miles/points? (meaning which will be my best miles/points to use to book tickets)

[chbochur]

I spoke with one of them and my brother called another

Just gonna assume it had everything to do with the way you asked it

[chbochur]

Back to my original post/question: Does anyone have suggestions as to which are the best credit cards to apply for to accumulate miles/points? (meaning which will be my best miles/points to use to book tickets)

My suggestion for your situation is to get a cash back credit card (capital one Sparks is a great option) get a check after you finish spending and book a trip

[GAM Z.]

My suggestion for your situation is to get a cash back credit card (capital one Sparks is a great option) get a check after you finish spending and book a trip

Isnt it easier to accumulate points from signup bonuses?

[chbochur]

Isnt it easier to accumulate points from signup bonuses?

Definitely is but it seams like he can't sell points, so I guess he's stuck with cash back (and maybe chase cards linked to someone's  csr - assuming that's ok with his lor)

[Ergel]

Just gonna assume it had everything to do with the way you asked it

LOL