AzCruiseGurl Posted October 10, 2008 #826 Share Posted October 10, 2008 UUUHHHH I just received my letter in the mail today !! I was begining to think they were going to let me stay with the origanal ncl program :o 14ersco - Where can I appy for the American Express Hilton Card?? Thats the best deal I have seen.. Please sent the info!! Thanks so much ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coloradodude Posted October 10, 2008 #827 Share Posted October 10, 2008 Maybe this will help clear up some questions. I just went to BOA online and logged in. Click on LOGO on bottom left corner. It will take you to an NCL website and answer most questions. I have printed these. http://www.ncl.com/nclweb/cruiser/cmsPages.html?pageId=Compassrewards What about my NCL MasterCard is changing? NCL is replacing the current Compass Rewards program with the brand new NCL WorldPoints program to offer you more benefits than ever. This new reward program will bring you the flexibility of Freestyle Cruising®, with more redemption options for NCL items. Plus, you'll have the option to redeem your points for other travel awards, merchandise, cash-back and retail gift certificates. Back to Top Will my account number change? No, your card will remain exactly the same and you can continue to use your NCL MasterCard as usual. On January 1, 2009, you will just begin earning NCL WorldPoints rather than Compass Rewards. Back to Top When my reward program changes will my interest rate or other credit card terms change? No, the changes will be made to the reward program only. Any changes to your credit card terms and conditions would be communicated to you in writing by Bank of America. Back to Top When will I receive more information about the NCL WorldPoints rewards program? Information on the new program will be available on this website, on your on-line statement and on your mailed NCL credit card statements in December. Stay tuned for more exciting details to come. Back to Top What happens to my Compass Rewards? NCL is ending the Compass Reward program and as stated in the program terms and conditions, you will be issued a Compass Reward certificate(s) based on your December 31, 2008 point balance. Your final certificate(s) will arrive by mail on or before January 31, 2009. You will have one year from date of issue to apply the certificates to a booking, but you will be able to use them towards any NCL cruise open for sale. Compass Rewards points will not be transferred to the WorldPoints program. Back to Top How many certificates will I receive? Based on your points balance as of December 31, 2008, you will receive certificates in usual increments of 100 and 500 points toward a stateroom upgrade and/or a discount on your cruise. Back to Top What do I need to do to get my certificates? No action is required by you. Certificates will be automatically sent to you after termination of the Compass Rewards program and you will receive them in the mail by January 31, 2009. Certificates will have one-year expiration and cannot be extended further. However, they can be used toward any NCL cruise that is open for sale. Back to Top What if my billing cycle ends mid-month? You will continue accruing Compass Rewards points through December 31, 2008, regardless of when your December billing cycle ends. Back to Top What is the new NCL WorldPoints card? With the new NCL WorldPoints card you will earn double points for every dollar spent on NCL and one point for all other purchases. You will also have exclusive opportunities to redeem points on special NCL offers such as cruises, on-board credits, upgrades and much more. Back to Top Will my card change? No. You can continue to use your NCL credit card as usual. The only change will be that you will begin earning WorldPoints rather than Compass Rewards points as of January 1, 2009. Back to Top Hope this helps Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pr0pel Posted October 10, 2008 #828 Share Posted October 10, 2008 How do I check my point balance? I logged into my BoA account and see the card but I can't find where the link is to check my points. Am I missing something? Edit: Nevermind.. it's on my statement. Man, I just got this card a few months ago and only have 43 points. What a bummer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbisson Posted October 10, 2008 #829 Share Posted October 10, 2008 How do I check my point balance? I logged into my BoA account and see the card but I can't find where the link is to check my points. Am I missing something? It should be somewhere on your statement. Look at the most recent one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MagnoliaBlossom Posted October 10, 2008 #830 Share Posted October 10, 2008 Well that is certainly the most information in one spot up until now Too bad that NCL and/or BoA didn't put that info in their letter. My PVP said they've been overwhelmed with calls about the program. A little foresight would have been nice on NCLs part. Thanks for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbisson Posted October 10, 2008 #831 Share Posted October 10, 2008 If you're not following this thread you may want to: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=854193 Much of the new info here was on that thread a day or two ago good luck to everyone-I'm off to a cruise :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrtractor Posted October 10, 2008 #832 Share Posted October 10, 2008 Compass Rewards points will not be transferred to the WorldPoints program. The letter made it sound like they were going to convert your Compass Points to WorldPoints. According to this post, that's just not true. What they are really saying is that you'll get what you have as of January 1 and after that you're automatically enrolled in the "New and Improved" (NOT!)WorldPoints program........ The letter states, "As of January 1, 2009, your Norwegian Cruiseline Compass Rewards credit card will automatically be converted to the NCL WorldPOints credit card program. There is no action required by you. You may continue to use your NCL credit card and you account number will remain the same." They wish. I just cashed in another $1,000 worth of certificates. I've got about 190 points on my last statement. There is no way I'm going to accumulate enough points for another $500 certificate in the next two billing cycles. I just don't want to charge $10,333.33 on this card. And the "Upgrade Certificates" are WORTHLESS. Heck I get one of those every other month from Latitudes. And NCL is offering free upgrades within category on most of their cruises these days anyway! I'm cancelling. The only question is, what is the best alternative. I don't think anything else comes close except possibly the AMEX Blue at 5% cash back. But a lot of the folks I do business with and pay bills with won't accept AMEX. :( The Princess card is pretty lame in comparison, but seems to be about the best of the cruise line cards. The Hilton Honors card isn't bad, but it seems limited. Besides, with recent events in the economy, I've got a feeling that hoteliers are going to be very motivated to get people staying at their hotels and prices will drop drastically. I'll be looking for other options. And I'm open to your suggestions. Thanks all! MrTractor<---------is always looking for ways to get free travel!.......:cool:............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadmille Posted October 10, 2008 #833 Share Posted October 10, 2008 MrTractor<---------is always looking for ways to get free travel!.......:cool:............ You could always hire your self on a ship, then you would get all the free travel you could ever want.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrtractor Posted October 10, 2008 #834 Share Posted October 10, 2008 I guess it beats my other idea for a second career. "Would you like a smiley face? Here's your cart. Have a nice day!" I'm thinking that after a 9 hour shift at WallyWorld, I could put together enough for an Early Bird Special at Denny's. Hey, maybe I could get a job there washing dishes, too!! The way things are going in the stock market, this might not be that far fetched!!! Thanks, Paine Webber! MrTractor<---------thinks he'd make a great WallyWorld Greeter...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
14ersco Posted October 10, 2008 #835 Share Posted October 10, 2008 UUUHHHH I just received my letter in the mail today !! I was begining to think they were going to let me stay with the origanal ncl program :o 14ersco - Where can I appy for the American Express Hilton Card?? Thats the best deal I have seen.. Please sent the info!! Thanks so much ;) You can apply through either the American Express or Hilton Honors web sites. Also since not all merchants accept American Express you can also apply for a Citi Hilton Honors Visa; though the benefits are not as good. American Express: https://www143.americanexpress.com/cards/home.do?pmccode=117#CARDS/117/0/0/-1 Hilton Honors AMEX: http://hhonors1.hilton.com/en_US/hh/about/creditamex.do Hilton Honors Visa: http://hhonors1.hilton.com/en_US/hh/about/creditvisa.do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ute_fan Posted October 10, 2008 #836 Share Posted October 10, 2008 I guess it beats my other idea for a second career. "Would you like a smiley face? Here's your cart. Have a nice day!" I'm thinking that after a 9 hour shift at WallyWorld, I could put together enough for an Early Bird Special at Denny's. Hey, maybe I could get a job there washing dishes, too!! The way things are going in the stock market, this might not be that far fetched!!! Thanks, Paine Webber! MrTractor<---------thinks he'd make a great WallyWorld Greeter...... I agree with your comments about the stock market. I think any hopes I had of retiring have gone right down the toilet with the value of the market. I'm not outgoing enough to be a WallyWorld greeter, however. Anyone else have any great suggestions for those of us who are going to be looking for a job when we're 70? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoop_MSU Posted October 10, 2008 #837 Share Posted October 10, 2008 cadmille Quote: Originally Posted by mrtractor MrTractor<---------is always looking for ways to get free travel!................... You could always hire your self on a ship, then you would get all the free travel you could ever want. ute_fan Quote: Originally Posted by mrtractor I guess it beats my other idea for a second career. "Would you like a smiley face? Here's your cart. Have a nice day!" I'm thinking that after a 9 hour shift at WallyWorld, I could put together enough for an Early Bird Special at Denny's. Hey, maybe I could get a job there washing dishes, too!! The way things are going in the stock market, this might not be that far fetched!!! Thanks, Paine Webber! MrTractor<---------thinks he'd make a great WallyWorld Greeter...... I agree with your comments about the stock market. I think any hopes I had of retiring have gone right down the toilet with the value of the market. I'm not outgoing enough to be a WallyWorld greeter, however. Anyone else have any great suggestions for those of us who are going to be looking for a job when we're 70? Now you two really have me thinking.......Lost a full time job appx 10 yrs ago so obviously had to do Something. Went to school and got a dealer's license for blackjack at a casino (license still good until next year). Better than minimum wage - work 60 minutes and get a 20 minute break! If you're good with math and don't have arthritis, might be an option. Hmmmmmmm - I could retire as a dealer on a cruise ship!!!!!!!! WOO HOO :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Kewlguy Posted October 10, 2008 #838 Share Posted October 10, 2008 I guess it beats my other idea for a second career. "Would you like a smiley face? Here's your cart. Have a nice day!" I'm thinking that after a 9 hour shift at WallyWorld, I could put together enough for an Early Bird Special at Denny's. Hey, maybe I could get a job there washing dishes, too!! The way things are going in the stock market, this might not be that far fetched!!! Thanks, Paine Webber! MrTractor<---------thinks he'd make a great WallyWorld Greeter...... Mr Tractor, I wouldn't cancel your credit card. It will hurt your credit score. I'm going to keep the account open but not use the card. Or maybe use it on rare occasion for small purchases just to keep it active. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c breeze Posted October 10, 2008 #839 Share Posted October 10, 2008 Well.... this is all very disappointing! Just returned from a cruise to Canada on the Jewel, to find this letter in my mail. I was hoping to continue to cruise for free or at least a huge discount for life! Ha! I guess there is no such thing as a free lunch... (or buffet). Anyone do all the research on these and figure out which is best for those of us who only want to use the points to cruise? I am looking at the Discover Miles card, since American Express is not widely accepted. http://www.lowcards.com/hotel-travel-rewards-credit-cards.aspx http://www.cardratings.com/frequentflyercreditcards.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ute_fan Posted October 10, 2008 #840 Share Posted October 10, 2008 cadmille Now you two really have me thinking.......Lost a full time job appx 10 yrs ago so obviously had to do Something. Went to school and got a dealer's license for blackjack at a casino (license still good until next year). Better than minimum wage - work 60 minutes and get a 20 minute break! If you're good with math and don't have arthritis, might be an option. Hmmmmmmm - I could retire as a dealer on a cruise ship!!!!!!!! WOO HOO :D There you go! I have a 2nd cousin who did that for several years. She'd work long-term temp assignments as a secretary, and when she got bored with that, then she'd pick up a contract on a ship. After about one contract, she was ready to go back home again. She did that for quite a while before she finally married at around 40. I wouldn't trade my kids for a lifestyle like that, but as a retirement job....:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrtractor Posted October 10, 2008 #841 Share Posted October 10, 2008 ......but people in the poor house aren't worried about their credit rating!! MrTractor<--------used to have a good credit rating until he started cruising!!!.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Planer's Edge Posted October 10, 2008 #842 Share Posted October 10, 2008 How could canceling a credit card account possibly ruin a credit score????? PE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Wink* Posted October 10, 2008 #843 Share Posted October 10, 2008 How could canceling a credit card account possibly ruin a credit score????? PE Ruin is not accurate, but it's a fact that when you close a credit card, your credit report now shows that you're less credit worthy. So, say you have a $7,000 credit limit on your card. That credit that has been given to you shows companies that you have been "trusted" with that amount. Closing it may cause another credit company to not offer you credit. It's a crazy concept, but it is true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c breeze Posted October 10, 2008 #844 Share Posted October 10, 2008 Anyone do all the research on these and figure out which is best for those of us who only want to use the points to cruise? I am looking at the Discover Miles card, since American Express is not widely accepted. http://www.lowcards.com/hotel-travel...dit-cards.aspx http://www.cardratings.com/frequentf...editcards.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cod Posted October 11, 2008 #845 Share Posted October 11, 2008 One of the TV shows this morning was talking about the best/worst cards out there. Worst was some card that has several hundred $$ in yearly fees!!??? Best was an AE cash back card. As has been said, AE (unless things have changed since we had one years ago) isn't accepted everywhere. I'm going to check and see if I can use it in all the places I'd want to. If not, DH says to just stick with what we have as we would get something back eventually. Any other 'good card' suggestions? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packercruising Posted October 11, 2008 #846 Share Posted October 11, 2008 Doesn't AE still charge an annual fee? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Charlie Posted October 11, 2008 #847 Share Posted October 11, 2008 Doesn't AE still charge an annual fee? All the ones I've checked on do. Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Wink* Posted October 11, 2008 #848 Share Posted October 11, 2008 All the ones I've checked on do. Charlie The AE Blue Cash doesn't have an annual fee. http://www.credit-cards-resource.com/american-express/blue-cash/?path=ccn-aebh-gls-100d1a Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Charlie Posted October 11, 2008 #849 Share Posted October 11, 2008 The AE Blue Cash doesn't have an annual fee. http://www.credit-cards-resource.com/american-express/blue-cash/?path=ccn-aebh-gls-100d1a You are correct. Musta missed it. That's one of the sites I've used to select our new card. If WorldPoints for NCL is the same as all others, we'll be a-changin' Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Kewlguy Posted October 11, 2008 #850 Share Posted October 11, 2008 For those who travel overseas. American Express is seldom accepted anywhere. When we were in Europe earlier this year you couldn't find a merchant that would accept it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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