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Executive Summary
Based on the updated passenger requirements, here’s a revised strategy for utilizing 25k AA points, 366k Chase UR, 100k Amex MR, and 12k Southwest Rapid Rewards points.
Flight from Lubbock to Connecticut (2 passengers)
- Total Cost: 46,000 points for two passengers
- Strategy: Transfer 46,000 UR points to Southwest or book through Chase Portal
- Alternative: Book through Chase Travel Portal at 1.25¢/point value (~60,800 UR points for two passengers)
One-Month Car Rental in Connecticut (July)
- Cost: ~$2,250 (July peak rates)
- Points Required: 180,000 UR points via Chase Travel Portal
- Benefits: Amex Platinum car rental status and insurance coverage
Business-Class Flights from Munich
Munich to Texas (1 passenger)
- Points Required: 70,000 UR points
- Best Option: Transfer to United MileagePlus
Munich to Phoenix (1 passenger)
- Points Required: 70,000 UR points
- Best Option: Transfer to United MileagePlus
Strategic Point Allocation
CategoryPoints RequiredProgramLBB → BDL (2 pax)46,000UR to SouthwestCT Car Rental180,000URMUC → TX (1 pax)70,000UR to UnitedMUC → PHX (1 pax)70,000UR to UnitedTotal UR Needed366,000
Munich Hotel Options
With the updated point allocation, you’ll need to use Amex MR points or cash for hotels:
- Luxury: The Charles Hotel (Amex FHR)
- Use $200 Platinum credit
- Cash rates: ~$475/night
- Mid-Range: Marriott Properties
- Transfer Amex MR to Marriott
- 15k-20k points/night
- Budget: Use remaining Amex MR points through Amex Travel Portal
Conclusion
The revised itinerary requires all 366k UR points for flights and car rental. Hotel stays should be covered using:
- Amex Platinum FHR benefits
- 100k Amex MR points
- Cash payments where necessary
- Consider applying for additional credit cards if needed for hotel coverage
Book Munich flights 6-11 months in advance for best availability. Use Amex Platinum concierge for hotel bookings and special requests.
