Begley Bloom told the magazine that she took American Express gift cards as her compensation, forgoing airfare vouchers and other gift card options, since AmEx gift cards are more widely accepted. Vouchers expire, she added, and gift cards are only redeemable at one specific place. For anyone looking for more tips, Begley Bloom says that she always asked for the most compensation possible for her situation (it can vary) and to make sure that she had a confirmed flight and seat for her rescheduled trip. No standby and no second chance of rescheduling.