2017 Achievers
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Travel Information

Ticketing, reservations, and reimbursement details for Amway Achievers.


Amway has contracted with several carriers to guarantee space for you. All travel (and accommodations) bookings and ticketing for Amway Achievers must be arranged through Amway Special Events.

Note: Amway cannot book tickets prior to receiving the final IBO qualification list (expected in early to mid-October). Please do not make your own reservations.

Amway Special Events will assist you in booking your flight once you have received your official invitation by email and register for the event. Please call Amway Special Events at 800-365-9276 to book flights. Registration must be completed and flights booked by November 17, 2017.

Amway Special Events must book all qualified Independent Business Owners’ airline tickets. If you prefer to book your own flights, please call Amway Special Events at 800-365-9276 to get your air allowable amount and the appropriate Flight Reimbursement form. Registration must be completed and flights booked by November 17, 2017. Amway cannot guarantee that flights booked after this date will be covered entirely by your air allowable amount. If the cost of your airfare exceeds your air allowable amount, you will be responsible for paying the difference.

 

Amway will provide round-trip air transportation for the program dates based on the best rates our operators are able to negotiate. The air allowable amount (airfare rate) is determined based on the date Amway Special Events Travel contacts you to discuss dates, actual flights, and airfare cost. This quote for airfare is noted in the phone log on the day our travel coordinator contacts you. It is considered your air allowable amount, or the maximum cost Amway will incur for your flight. With that in mind, please confirm your flights promptly when you’re contacted. Any delays could cause the actual price of the flight to increase above your air allowable amount, incurring additional costs to you.

If you wish to use an alternate airline or make changes to your flight plan, or if you require specific airline flights and/or times, this may alter the cost of your ticket. Amway will pay only your air allowable amount; you will be responsible for any additional costs.

Note: Amway does not reimburse you for the use of miles from any frequent flier program or for Mileage Plus tickets.
Exception for Qualified Diamonds: Approved tickets purchased with frequent flier miles or a combination of frequent flier miles and cash or credit will be reimbursed at 60% of the air allowable amount following the same reimbursement process as a cash purchase. In this case, the reimbursement amount is reported on IRS Form 1099 as income to your business.

In the event you are unable to attend the event or you do not qualify for the event, any reimbursements you receive will be automatically deducted from your bonus.

Transfers to and from San Diego International Airport will be provided on trip dates only. Amway Special Events staff will meet you in the baggage claim area to assist you with transfers to the hotel.

Due to charges imposed by the airline industry, you will be charged for each piece of your checked luggage. The Amway Achievers program will reimburse you for the first bag each way of your trip for a total of $50* (U.S.) maximum per attendee. You will receive reimbursement in your bonus approximately 6–8 weeks after the conclusion of the event. You do not need to submit a receipt. All other charges for additional luggage will be at your own expense. Check with your airline for specific charges.

Exception: Qualified Diamonds and above will receive reimbursement for two bags per person for each way of your trip, not to exceed $100 (U.S.) per attendee.
Exception: No luggage reimbursement will be provided for Qualified EDC/first class passengers, because airlines do not charge luggage fees for first-class air travel.
*Total reimbursement amount to be based on current airline policy.

If you choose to drive to San Diego rather than fly, you can receive reimbursement for the mileage of a direct round-trip route in one vehicle at the current allowable IRS rate per mile (currently USD $0.54/mile). The reimbursement amount is not to exceed the cost of round-trip airfare. A direct round-trip route is considered to be the distance from your hometown to San Diego as determined by the most direct mileage route indicated on MapQuest (a leading online resource for maps, driving directions, and routes).

To receive your driving reimbursement, you must fill out, sign, and return the Mileage Reimbursement form at the Amway Achievers onsite Hospitality Desk. This form must be submitted to the Hospitality Desk before departing the event. Otherwise, you cannot be reimbursed. Your reimbursement will be included in your monthly bonus payment, approximately 6–8 weeks after the event.

Self-parking charges at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego and Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina for one vehicle per IBO business will be covered by Amway. These charges will not appear on your hotel folio.