Recap: 2016 Year Of Reselling? Liquidate Remaining GCs, Awesome Tips, AA Platinum Status Match & More

Bluebird Serve Birdpocalypse: How to liquidate remaining gift cards by Frequent Miler. A few ideas on how to liquidate gift cards here, but most of the good stuff is discussed in private these days (e.g Saverocity Forums).
Using points and miles to put together a Christmas trip to Nicaragua for six people by PFdigest. Some really useful tips in this post by my favorite blogger.
American AAdvantage offering Executive Platinum status for those who have United Premier 1K status – no challenge required – meant for Brazil but others are getting it! by Frequent Flyer Bonuses. Probably won’t last, but get in on it while it does.
When & Why Did Amex Decide That Manufactured Spending Was Against The Rules? by Running For Miles. I guess it doesn’t really matter why they made this change, but surprised nobody picked up on these changes in terms earlier.
2016 is the year of RESELLING or is it? by Miles Per Day. Reselling isn’t for me, I’d rather just eat a 3% fee to meet minimum spends to be honest.
Bet You Didn’t Know: A Repeatable Companion Airfare Discount with the CNB Crystal Visa Infinite by Frequent Miler. This card looks to be getting better and better, might have to pick one up next time I’m near a branch.