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by FB01
Mon Mar 11, 2024 12:53 pm
Forum: Personal Investments
Topic: Mega Backdoor Roth/Roth IRA question
Replies: 6
Views: 481

Re: Mega Backdoor Roth/Roth IRA question

Are you familiar with Roth IRA withdrawal order?
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Thank you retiredjg for your helpful insight.

No. I am not familiar with Roth IRA withdrawal order? Can you help me provide the information?
by FB01
Mon Mar 11, 2024 12:03 pm
Forum: Personal Investments
Topic: Mega Backdoor Roth/Roth IRA question
Replies: 6
Views: 481

Re: Mega Backdoor Roth/Roth IRA question

2) My company offers Mega Backdoor Roth with Fidelity. I started contributing to Mega Backdoor from 2022 and till now my contribution is 10K and with balance of 14K(gain of 4K). Fidelity does the after-tax contribution to In Plan Roth conv ersion the same day. Now, if want to withdraw my Megaback door money without penalty and tax before retirement what should I do This may depend on your age. If you are under 59.5, you should roll the Roth 401k (sourced from the in-plan Roth rollovers) into Roth IRA. Obviously, you have to see if your plans allow that first. If allowed, the $10k of contributions will roll into the contributions bucket of your Roth IRA (available immediately) and the earnings will roll into the earnings bucket of your Roth...
by FB01
Mon Mar 11, 2024 10:14 am
Forum: Personal Investments
Topic: Mega Backdoor Roth/Roth IRA question
Replies: 6
Views: 481

Mega Backdoor Roth/Roth IRA question

Hello, 1) I opened Roth IRA in Vanguard brokerage account in 2010 and have contributed 5K every year after that. So if I want to withdraw the only contribution before retirement without penalty, I can withdraw $5K every year after 2015 because of the 5 year rule. Is my understanding correct? 2) My company offers Mega Backdoor Roth with Fidelity. I started contributing to Mega Backdoor from 2022 and till now my contribution is 10K and with balance of 14K(gain of 4K). Fidelity does the after-tax contribution to In Plan Roth conversion the same day. Now, if want to withdraw my Megaback door money without penalty and tax before retirement what should I do -Should I just transfer 10K contribution from Mega backdoor to Roth IRA Vanguard? -Can I w...
by FB01
Fri Feb 02, 2024 11:41 am
Forum: Personal Investments
Topic: Options for T-bills in Vanguard
Replies: 5
Views: 520

Re: Options for T-bills in Vanguard

Tech wrote: Fri Feb 02, 2024 11:25 am There is a discussion for CA exempt fund.
viewtopic.php?t=422928

I am in the same boat. Like to learn which one we get to keep the most.

I checked VTEI but it does not show how much interest I will be earning as this is just new? Not sure if I am missing something
by FB01
Fri Feb 02, 2024 11:22 am
Forum: Personal Investments
Topic: Options for T-bills in Vanguard
Replies: 5
Views: 520

Options for T-bills in Vanguard

Hello,

I am based in California and I buy T-bills from Vanguard for 1/2/3 months frequently which are giving me approximately 5.3% interest. Also, I do not have to pay State tax.

However, I need to buy every couple of days as I have created a ladder. Is there any ETF/Mutual Fund in Vanguard where I can just invest and it gives me approximately 5.3% of interest and I do not need to pay State Tax. I just want put money and forget about it.

I know the Vanguard Money Market gives around 5.2% interest rate but I will need to pay State Tax on that.

Thanks,
by FB01
Wed Jan 31, 2024 9:51 am
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Visiting DC from California - writing to Senator
Replies: 7
Views: 867

Visiting DC from California - writing to Senator

Hello,

I am planning to go to DC during Spring break with kids would like visit White House, Capitol. I have emailed Alex Padilla (US Senator for California) but have not heard from him. Does anyone know how long they take to respond and confirm the visit?

Can I email anyone else parallelly to make sure I am able to visit the key places?

Any other suggestion to get the confirmation are appreciated.
by FB01
Tue Dec 26, 2023 1:52 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Anything special to see in Denver?
Replies: 33
Views: 3815

Anything special to see in Denver?

Hi,

I am planning to visit Rocky Mountain National Park in Summer. Planning to spend 2-3 nights in the park. However, i will be flying to Denver. Is there anything to see in Denver for me to spend 1-2 nights in Denver or should I just visit the National park and leave Denver.

FYI - I have 2 kids 11 and 13 and not interested in museums or breweries.

Any suggestions are appreciated?
by FB01
Thu Oct 26, 2023 12:25 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Driving from Toronto to Buffalo
Replies: 11
Views: 1654

Driving from Toronto to Buffalo

Hi,

I am planning a trip in summer where I will be driving from NY to Toronto 2 days. On Day 1 in Toronto will do Niagara falls and Day 2 CN Tower. However, on Day 3 my flight is from Buffalo so I will be driving from Toronto to Buffalo.

On Day 2, once I am done with CN Tower, I will be driving to Buffalo and stay 1 night in Buffalo for my 1 pm flight (will be going via Peace Bridge)

However, how much time does it take at immigration at US border. Just curious am thinking of driving from Toronto to Buffalo on Day 3 early morning for my 1 pm flight.

If anyone has used Peace bridge, let me know your recommendations.
by FB01
Fri Oct 06, 2023 9:38 am
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: More info on reason Chase bus. rejected my credit limit increase
Replies: 6
Views: 823

Re: More info on reason Chase bus. rejected my credit limit increase

Typically with small biz cards, including Chase you personally guarantee them as you give your personal social security number. They want to see a full relationship with them to get their best rates and high credit lines. If you don't have any or only minimal deposit accounts, no brokerage accounts then all you are is a liability to them and they may not give you the credit lines you are seeking. Open up a checking account and/or a self-directed brokerage account and put some ETFs in them or buy some Tbills. Let that cycle for a few months and reapply. Plus this isn't a good time right now with the M2 money supply shrink for the first time in decades and banks aren't lending or are restricting or cutting back credit lines. If you want high...
by FB01
Fri Oct 06, 2023 9:28 am
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: More info on reason Chase bus. rejected my credit limit increase
Replies: 6
Views: 823

More info on reason Chase bus. rejected my credit limit increase

Hello,

I have Chase personal credit cards since last 10-15 years. Currently also, I have Sapphire/Freedom/Southwest with credit limit of $15000 in each of the card.

I applied for my first business card recently which got approved but I got credit limit of just $3000. First, I asked them to transfer my credit limit from personal to business card but they said that is not possible so I asked to increase by credit limit. However, it got denied and got the email saying the reason it got denied.

It said "Insufficient or no balance in Chase deposit and/or investment accounts"

What does this mean? Is this because my credit in business account in not much?

If anyone can help explain.

Thanks,
by FB01
Thu Sep 14, 2023 11:24 am
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Flight Travel + School Backpack recommendations
Replies: 13
Views: 2971

Flight Travel + School Backpack recommendations

Hello,

My kids are almost teenagers and planning to get them backpacks which can be used in school as well as flight travel so that some items like clothes can be put in the backpack when going on some trip.

Can any recommend who are using backpacks for both travel and school?
by FB01
Thu Sep 07, 2023 3:18 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Visiting New York..things to do near Times Square
Replies: 46
Views: 5196

Re: Visiting New York..things to do near Times Square

We did a family trip (two adults, two college kids) last June to NY, and loved it! The subway is awesome, prefund tickets or buy a one week pass (check their website for pricing). I planned the outings, 2 per day, based on geography, plus one show every other night. Made a list of everything we wanted to see, marked up a map with the locations, and then bought tickets for each day. Note that some museums are closed one day each week, so check their schedules before you buy tickets. Day 1: Empire State building, Grand central terminal (half day) Day 2: Lady Liberty, Ellis Island, Ferry, Trinity Church Day 3: 9/11 Memorial, Brooklyn bridge Day 4: Central Park, Metropolitan Museum or American Museum Nat history Day 5 Morgan Library, New York ...
by FB01
Thu Sep 07, 2023 1:54 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Visiting New York..things to do near Times Square
Replies: 46
Views: 5196

Visiting New York..things to do near Times Square

Hello,

I am planning to visit NY in June 2024 with 2 kids (10/12). I am planning to stay in Times Square for 3-4 days. And then planning to drive to Toronto for Niagara falls and CN towers for 2 days.

Can anyone recommend what needs to be done in Times Square (in the order). I am not planning to rent a car. Also, any other details that I need to take care as want to go in Subway.

Any suggestions are appreciated.
by FB01
Mon Aug 07, 2023 6:18 pm
Forum: Personal Investments
Topic: Selling T-Bill at Vanguard
Replies: 1
Views: 326

Selling T-Bill at Vanguard

Hello,

So I purchased my first T-bill at Vanguard for 3 months. It says maturity in November 2nd. Do I need to manually sell these T-bills on 11/2 or it will automatically sell and put money in my brokerage Vanguard account.

Thanks,
Vaibhav
by FB01
Tue May 09, 2023 1:03 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Graduation gift ideas for $100 (she)
Replies: 27
Views: 2037

Graduation gift ideas for $100 (she)

Hello,

What are the graduation gift ideas for a girl? my budget is around $100. She will be going to college in August
by FB01
Mon Apr 17, 2023 12:48 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Orlando - Kissimmee Swamp tour question
Replies: 4
Views: 477

Re: Orlando - Kissimmee Swamp tour question

zhiwiller wrote: Mon Apr 17, 2023 12:27 pm
FB01 wrote: Mon Apr 17, 2023 9:50 am 1) Can anyone recommend good Airboat tours in Orlando?
2) Also, as this will be first time for me in Florida, is it okay to do this tour in afternoon as I am not sure how hot it will be.
3) If I do the Swam tour, should I visit Gatorland or it will be same
4) If anyone can recommend anything that can be done in half day in Orlando
For #2: What month is it? It's always hot.
For #3: No, Gatorland is pretty great hokey tourist stuff. I think it would still be good even if you take an airboat ride.


I am planning to do this in mid-June
by FB01
Mon Apr 17, 2023 9:50 am
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Orlando - Kissimmee Swamp tour question
Replies: 4
Views: 477

Orlando - Kissimmee Swamp tour question

Hello,

I have 2 days in Orlando. Day 1 - I am planning to spend at Magic Kingdom (kids with 11 and 13) and Day 2 - would like to do Kissimmee Airboat Swam tours.

Couple of questions:

1) Can anyone recommend good Airboat tours in Orlando?
2) Also, as this will be first time for me in Florida, is it okay to do this tour in afternoon as I am not sure how hot it will be.
3) If I do the Swam tour, should I visit Gatorland or it will be same
4) If anyone can recommend anything that can be done in half day in Orlando
by FB01
Mon Apr 03, 2023 1:08 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Trip Insurance for an AirBnb booking
Replies: 3
Views: 510

Trip Insurance for an AirBnb booking

Hello,

I have an Airbnb booking which cannot be cancelled before a month of my travel date. I was curios of buying Trip Insurance.

Can anyone let me know reliable website from where I can buy Trip Insurance for my AirBnb trip?
by FB01
Tue Mar 21, 2023 12:50 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Question for Arches National Park
Replies: 22
Views: 1790

Re: Question for Arches National Park

Hi, I am planning 4 days in Moab during Spring break with kids (11 and 13). Day 1- Arches National Park Day 2 - Canyonland National Park (Island of the Sky part) and Dead Horse Point State Park Day 3 - I am keeping reserve for spillover if we are not able to cover anything from Day 1 and 2 Question for Day 4: For the last day, what park should I cover ( I am staying Moab only so will have to drive). I have already covered Zion and Bryce before 1) Capitol Reef National Park - 2.5 hour from Moab 2) Monument Valley - 3 hours from Moab 3) Mesa Verde National Park - 2 hours from Moab 4) Goblin Valley State Park - 1.5 hours from Moab Any suggestions who have gone before with kids would be helpful. I'd do Goblin Valley with that itinerary. Wander...
by FB01
Mon Mar 20, 2023 12:32 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Google Home App - Query regarding Google Nest Wifi Router
Replies: 2
Views: 254

Google Home App - Query regarding Google Nest Wifi Router

Hello,

I bought Google Nest Wifi Router and in my phone in Google Home app it shows me what all devices which are online. However, it still shows me all the devices which I am not using now and are greyed out. I cannot delete old devices.

E.g - I used a iPhone 12 and now changed to new device. It still shows iPhone 12 as device in the list of device.

Does anyone know how to delete such old devices?
by FB01
Sun Mar 19, 2023 8:32 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Question for Arches National Park
Replies: 22
Views: 1790

Re: Question for Arches National Park

doobiedoo wrote: Sun Mar 19, 2023 8:08 pm I recommend a rafting trip with someone like Moab Adventure Center [assuming everyone knows how to swim].
We did the all-day Westwater Canyon rafting in June. It was terrific! And your kids are at the right age.

https://www.moabadventurecenter.com/moab-river-rafting
Wouldn't the water be pretty chilly in April?
by FB01
Sun Mar 19, 2023 7:27 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Question for Arches National Park
Replies: 22
Views: 1790

Question for Arches National Park

Hi,

I am planning 4 days in Moab during Spring break with kids (11 and 13).

Day 1- Arches National Park
Day 2 - Canyonland National Park (Island of the Sky part) and Dead Horse Point State Park
Day 3 - I am keeping reserve for spillover if we are not able to cover anything from Day 1 and 2


Question for Day 4: For the last day, what park should I cover ( I am staying Moab only so will have to drive). I have already covered Zion and Bryce before

1) Capitol Reef National Park - 2.5 hour from Moab
2) Monument Valley - 3 hours from Moab
3) Mesa Verde National Park - 2 hours from Moab
4) Goblin Valley State Park - 1.5 hours from Moab

Any suggestions who have gone before with kids would be helpful.
by FB01
Tue Mar 14, 2023 12:47 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: AirTag sound questions
Replies: 0
Views: 239

AirTag sound questions

Hi,

I have two AirTags in my two separate car keys. I put around a month back. Today, suddenly some sound came in one of them when the keys was in the house. When I checked the AirTag Sound guide, the noise was for unknown AirTag moving with me. I tried to bring the car keys near my phone but nothing popped on the phone.

Anyone know what needs to be done or to check why the sound came?
by FB01
Fri Mar 10, 2023 2:09 pm
Forum: Personal Investments
Topic: Question on buying T-Bills from Vanguard
Replies: 8
Views: 1600

Question on buying T-Bills from Vanguard

Hello, I do not have funds in my money market fund of Vanguard and I want to buy T-bills directly from my bank account which is connected in my Vanguard account. I do buy mutual funds directly from my bank account but I am not sure if that is the issue for T-Bills I do the following: What we offer -> Bonds -> Get Started Now it shows be couple of accounts to be select, out of which I select "Brokerage Account" where the balance is zero. Below it says "You don’t have any bonds or CDs in this account." After selecting the Brokerage account, if I select "Continue", there is no error message but just blank page shows up. I tried to call Vanguard but there wait time is more than an hour. Am I doing something wrong?
by FB01
Wed Mar 08, 2023 6:48 pm
Forum: Personal Investments
Topic: First time buying T-Bills from Treasury Direct
Replies: 18
Views: 1897

Re: First time buying T-Bills from Treasury Direct

rich126 wrote: Wed Mar 08, 2023 6:46 pm Personally I prefer buying treasuries via my brokerage account and rarely use my Treasury Direct account (originally set up decades ago when I bought eight $100 bonds). It might have some advantages like for I-bonds but for treasuries I find it easier to use my brokerage.
Can you explain more about it as to why you say it is easier?
by FB01
Wed Mar 08, 2023 6:47 pm
Forum: Personal Investments
Topic: First time buying T-Bills from Treasury Direct
Replies: 18
Views: 1897

Re: First time buying T-Bills from Treasury Direct

Geologist wrote: Wed Mar 08, 2023 6:44 pm If you are buying T-bills*, you put in the value you want at maturity (for you, $500 apparently). The auction determines what the discount is and TreasuryDirect will debit your bank account for the correct discounted value.

As I've said before, the auction tomorrow will likely not have a yield and discount exactly identical to last week's value. That's why it is an auction.



*This is the same as for any other kind of Treasury (notes or bonds) at Treasury Direct.
Got it. So if put $500 to buy T-Bills, it will debit $490 (assuming some random rate) from my bank account and then at the end of 4 weeks, I will be credited $500 in my bank account. Is my assumption correct?
by FB01
Wed Mar 08, 2023 6:39 pm
Forum: Personal Investments
Topic: First time buying T-Bills from Treasury Direct
Replies: 18
Views: 1897

Re: First time buying T-Bills from Treasury Direct

No, that's not how it works. I don't believe you can buy $500 of a T-Bill at auction as the nominal face value is $1000 minimum. If you somehow did pay $500 for a T-Bill, you would be getting a very high interest rate. This thread explains how it works. https://www.bogleheads.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=399504 Thank you chinchin. But where do I see the discounted price in Treasury Direct or Vanguard so that I can buy T-bill for 96.49 (discounted price or whatever it may be). In the link that you posted yourself, if you click on the CUSIP, it gives the price: 99.643 That, however, as I mentioned in my first post, is the price for last week's bill. This week's bill will not be exactly the same. Then if I want to buy, what amount should I put a...
by FB01
Wed Mar 08, 2023 6:34 pm
Forum: Personal Investments
Topic: First time buying T-Bills from Treasury Direct
Replies: 18
Views: 1897

Re: First time buying T-Bills from Treasury Direct

chinchin wrote: Wed Mar 08, 2023 6:28 pm No, that's not how it works.

I don't believe you can buy $500 of a T-Bill at auction as the nominal face value is $1000 minimum. If you somehow did pay $500 for a T-Bill, you would be getting a very high interest rate.

This thread explains how it works.
viewtopic.php?t=399504
Thank you chinchin.

But where do I see the discounted price in Treasury Direct or Vanguard so that I can buy T-bill for 96.49 (discounted price or whatever it may be).
by FB01
Wed Mar 08, 2023 6:14 pm
Forum: Personal Investments
Topic: First time buying T-Bills from Treasury Direct
Replies: 18
Views: 1897

First time buying T-Bills from Treasury Direct

Hello,

If I buy T-Bills from Treasury direct for 4 weeks, should I assume I should be getting below interest which is 4.683%

https://www.treasurydirect.gov/auctions ... a-results/

So If I buy T-bill for $500 for 4 weeks, should I expect return of $523.19 (500*4.633%).

Also, will this amount will be directly deposited in my bank account at the end of 4 weeks?

Just want to clarify before I buy T-Bills.
by FB01
Wed Mar 08, 2023 1:32 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Big Island and Kuaui in one trip
Replies: 30
Views: 2809

Big Island and Kuaui in one trip

Hi,

I am planning to cover Big Island and Kauai in one trip. Has anyone done this before? If yes, can you help me in covering the major places. I am planning 4 days for each island during December. Not much into hiking but small hikes are okay as have kids of age 12-14.

If anyone has similar itinerary, would be great.
by FB01
Tue Mar 07, 2023 12:38 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Desk Chair recommendations
Replies: 16
Views: 1680

Desk Chair recommendations

Hello,

Can anyone recommend good desk chair from Ikea or anywhere which is good for kids between 10-13 and should work till their teenage years. We got the study table from Ikea but could not come to a conclusion for a comfortable desk chair for kids.

Any inputs are appreciated.
by FB01
Tue Mar 07, 2023 12:36 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Question regarding Capital One Venture card
Replies: 6
Views: 919

Question regarding Capital One Venture card

Hello,

I am planning to get the Capital One Venture card to get 75000 miles. If anyone has this card, can you explain if I do not use the miles, how can I redeem the miles. For 75000 miles, can I get gift cards for $750? I read that I can encash the miles but then it will be reduced to 0.5 center per mile.

Appreciate if anyone is using this card, can give some inputs.
by FB01
Wed Feb 01, 2023 12:59 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Garage Door opening issue
Replies: 16
Views: 1309

Re: Garage Door opening issue

HomeStretch wrote: Wed Feb 01, 2023 12:46 pm OP, what do you mean by ‘the door won’t open’?

Do you hear the door opener’s motor/drive making noise and the door trying to go up? Or when you push the button do you hear/see nothing (totally dead)?

Door will not open from the remote nor by punching the code from outside. If I click the button from inside the garage it opens. This only happens in the morning when I try to open the garage. Very strange as it works normally during the day
by FB01
Wed Feb 01, 2023 10:14 am
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Garage Door opening issue
Replies: 16
Views: 1309

Garage Door opening issue

Hello,

I am facing unique situation with my garage door. Every morning when I try to open my garage door from my car it does not open. Even if I punch my code from outside, it does not open. I stay in Bay area where weather is not that chilly and it only happens in the morning for first or second opening (though opening garage door should not be connected with weather)

After that, it easily opens in the day. I tried to change my garage openener remote, changed the batteries but still the same issue when I try open first time in the morning.

Even if I call a garage door person, I will not be able to simulate this as it will open during the day.

Any experts here who can suggest something?
by FB01
Thu Jan 19, 2023 12:31 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Ideas for return gift for 10 year old boys party
Replies: 2
Views: 490

Ideas for return gift for 10 year old boys party

Hello,

Can you share ideas for return gift to be given in 10 year old boy's party? Not too costly but average price.

Suggestions are welcome.
by FB01
Wed Jan 18, 2023 5:30 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Regarding TSA pre-check
Replies: 78
Views: 7613

Re: Regarding TSA pre-check

PreCheck is essential if you fly at least a few times per year! Get the fee comped with various credit cards. A few random thoughts: If you travel internationally, Global Entry gets you PreCheck but the application process is more cumbersome. The mobile passport control app actually is a good alternative if you are traveling into an airport that uses it. On a recent trip to JFK over the holidays, the MPC line was just as short as the Global entry line. With kids, PreCheck is a lifesaver as no one has to take their shoes off and ipads and computers can stay in the bags. Kids don't need their own membership when traveling with an adult with PreCheck. A caveat is that children between 13-17 must have PreCheck printed on their boarding pass, s...
by FB01
Wed Jan 18, 2023 4:20 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Anyone using AT&T prepaid service
Replies: 15
Views: 3460

Anyone using AT&T prepaid service

Hello,

My AT&T bill is increasing with number of lines. I am planning to switch to ATT prepaid service for 15 gb plan. The ATT person told me that prepaid customers get lower priority when it comes to data.

Does anyone face any such issues? Just want to check with before switching to prepaid services.

Thanks,
by FB01
Wed Jan 18, 2023 12:21 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Regarding TSA pre-check
Replies: 78
Views: 7613

Regarding TSA pre-check

hello,

What is the experience of TSA pre-check who has already got it. I have a teenager and a minor and planning to get it. However, San Jose is not a big airport so debating whether should i get it or not.

Any suggestions are welcome
by FB01
Wed Dec 07, 2022 5:15 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Southwest Companion pass boarding question
Replies: 7
Views: 1090

Re: Southwest Companion pass boarding question

workingfornow wrote: Tue Dec 06, 2022 5:36 pm Yes, but the main ticket holder needs to check in first. They won’t let the person traveling on the companion pass check in until that is done. We always receive sequential boarding numbers, unless the main ticket holder pays for upgraded boarding and the companion does not.
Which means..I need to just check-in my Confirmation number and companion pass will get the sequential number automatically. I don't needs to check in the companion confirmation number? Is that my correct understanding?
by FB01
Tue Dec 06, 2022 10:57 am
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Southwest Companion pass boarding question
Replies: 7
Views: 1090

Southwest Companion pass boarding question

Hello,

I have companion pass for Southwest. When I booked the flight, I got 2 Confirmation numbers - one for my kids/myself and other for my wife who is the companion.

Now when I check-in 24 hours before the flight, do I need to check-in just my confirmation number and wife (companion pass) will also get checked-in or I have to do separately with her confirmation number.

Anyone who used companion pass recently..please let me know
by FB01
Mon Nov 28, 2022 2:54 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Orlando Universal Studio question
Replies: 19
Views: 1598

Orlando Universal Studio question

Hello,

I have been to Universal Studio in LA and it has just one ticket. For Universal Studio, Orlando, I see there are 2 parks

1) Universal Studio
2) Island of Adventure

Got confused as to what park to go. Is there anything I need to check before going to either of the park as I have one day to spend in any of the park.
by FB01
Mon Nov 28, 2022 1:54 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Recommendation for Yellowstone National Park
Replies: 43
Views: 3734

Re: Recommendation for Yellowstone National Park

fasteddie911 wrote: Mon Nov 28, 2022 11:37 am We did a similar trip with similar goals. Since the park is a figure 8, we did one loop on day 2 and the other loop on day 3. It felt like enough time for us. Day 4 we drove down to Grand Teton to explore, hung out around Jackson (which I would recommend) and spent the night there. We did horseback riding and I think they do rafting trips too. On the way back to SLC we took 89, which I thought was more scenic than I15, and stopped by Bear Lake for a raspberry shake.
Can you tell me where did you stay at Grand Teton?
by FB01
Mon Nov 28, 2022 9:47 am
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Recommendation for Yellowstone National Park
Replies: 43
Views: 3734

Re: Recommendation for Yellowstone National Park

WoodSpinner wrote: Mon Nov 28, 2022 9:44 am OP,

Any special interests? Hiking? Wildlife?

It’s an amazing area!

WoodSpinner
kid interested in Wildlife...and little bit of hiking
by FB01
Mon Nov 28, 2022 9:19 am
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Recommendation for Yellowstone National Park
Replies: 43
Views: 3734

Recommendation for Yellowstone National Park

Hi, We are planning trip to Yellowstone in summer from Bay area (California) with 2 kids (11 and 13). Below is my tentative itinerary. Can anyone let me know if I am missing anything major and also recommend what points to visit in Grand Teton National Park Day 1 Fly to SLC and drive to West entrance of Yellowstone National Park (will be staying in a hotel just outside the park entrance) Day 2 Grand Prismatic Old Faithful Geyser Yellowstone lake Day 3 Lamar Valley Mammoth Hot Springs Day 4 Grand Canyon of Yellowstone Day 5 Check out and drive via Grand Teton NP (Any specific points to visit) Drive to SLC and check in at a hotel near SLC airport Day 6 Visit Bonneville Salt Flats early morning and take the flight later in the evening back to ...
by FB01
Sun Nov 20, 2022 9:53 am
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: where to buy FIFA world cup to watch in USA
Replies: 25
Views: 2598

where to buy FIFA world cup to watch in USA

Hello,

I bought the package in Peacock App but the matches are being shown with Spanish commentary. I do not see the FIFA on Espn also.

Can anyone tell me where can I buy the package to see FIFA world cup in English? I do not have any cable and would rely on any other website from where I can buy the package.
by FB01
Sat Nov 19, 2022 10:12 am
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Question regarding Chase Sapphire Reserve Card
Replies: 8
Views: 1197

Question regarding Chase Sapphire Reserve Card

Hello,

I am planning to apply for Chase Sapphire Reserve Card which charges $550 yearly fees but give $300 travel credit. I have heard that as the credit is from Jan to Dec you can actually get $300 Annual Credit twice meaning one before Jan and one after Jan.

Any idea how that will work if I order the card now. Do I need to just buy SouthWest gift card before Dec and and something after Jan, 2023 for another round of credit.

If anyone has the card, could explain me.
by FB01
Thu Nov 10, 2022 2:44 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Chai tea bags
Replies: 63
Views: 5785

Re: Chai tea bags

is50xenough wrote: Fri Oct 28, 2022 3:26 pm Just a quick thanks to all who have replied. These are all awesome suggestions much info here!

As a reply to those who talked about chai from many parts of the world, I was drinking at a coffee/tea place in Palo Alto. Some of the tastiest I have ever had. When I asked the "barista (tea-ista?) about their tea, he commented that the owners buy Lebanese Chai which he thought was very different than that from India. Who knew chai was such a large and complex topic.....

Again, all answers appreciated and glad to see that others appear to be chai lovers as well.
Try Rishi Masal Chai. It is all organic. It is my current favorite. You can get from Target or Whole foods.

Between, which store in Palo Alto you said the chai was great?
by FB01
Fri Oct 14, 2022 4:01 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Orlando - Gatorland
Replies: 7
Views: 827

Orlando - Gatorland

Hello,

I am planning to spend 3 days in Orlando. I am not interested in any of the theme parks. Apart from theme park, want to check if Gatorland is attractive to 11/13 year old kids. Also, thinking of Airboat ride to see Gators in Kissimmee.

What other things can be done apart from theme park in Orlando
by FB01
Fri Oct 14, 2022 12:19 am
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Maui - things to do for 6 day trip
Replies: 30
Views: 3324

Re: Maui - things to do for 6 day trip

Hello Compound, Thanks for the tip of reserving at Wai’anapanapa state beach (was not aware). If I start my Road to Hana trip at 10AM, what time slot should I pick as it says, I need to leave when my time slot ends. Would be helpful, if you can provide more info on this. Went recently. Kids of similar age to yours. Road to Hana was amazing. Some stops we loved were: 1. Wai’anapanapa state beach (Black sand beach). Reservations in advance required. Reservations are for specific time slots and sell out; make sure to secure them well before you travel. The hiking is wonderful. 2. Red sand beach is stellar. The hike there can be a bit tricky, but the payoff is fantastic. 3. Pipiwai trail was planned but we didn’t make it there. The kids had so ...
by FB01
Thu Oct 13, 2022 3:55 pm
Forum: Personal Consumer Issues
Topic: Maui - things to do for 6 day trip
Replies: 30
Views: 3324

Re: Maui - things to do for 6 day trip

Hi all,

Thank you for your recommendations

Which beach in Maui I will be able to find Turtles on the beach (not in water)?