Hilton Honors announces new benefits for Diamonds
Jun 3, 2013, 3:15 pm
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Hilton Honors announces new benefits for Diamonds
When i saw the headline, I thought finally--Diamonds will finally get some REAL benefits versus Gold. Like suite upgrades. Discounted award stays.
So what's the reality?
Hilton Worldwide announced that it is launching HHonors Diamond Elite Parking and Select-A-Snack, two new benefits for select loyalty program members at its Hampton-branded properties.
This is HUGE news.....
I guess. For those who earn Diamond status from Hampton stays, maybe.
So what's the reality?
Hilton Worldwide announced that it is launching HHonors Diamond Elite Parking and Select-A-Snack, two new benefits for select loyalty program members at its Hampton-branded properties.
This is HUGE news.....
I guess. For those who earn Diamond status from Hampton stays, maybe.
Jun 3, 2013, 5:31 pm
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So the OP thought Hilton's headline was a tease? There might be a guideline discouraging that...
http://www.flyertalk.com/help/rules.php#q63
http://www.flyertalk.com/help/rules.php#q63
Jun 4, 2013, 2:37 pm
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Depends on the hotel
Parking can be a big issue particularly in big cities and at Waldorf Hotels.
When I was staying at Hilton's, I was at hotels that did not charge for parking so it is a non issue for me though some people are going to benefit from this.
Now we need to push Marriott & Holiday Inn to match this!
When I was staying at Hilton's, I was at hotels that did not charge for parking so it is a non issue for me though some people are going to benefit from this.
Now we need to push Marriott & Holiday Inn to match this!
Jun 4, 2013, 3:04 pm
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Second, the OP refers to Hampton Inn. I have to think a huge percentage of Hampton Inns worldwide already have free parking. I avoid all of these lower-end brands in big cities, but am a fan of Hampton when I'm roadtripping. Parking's already free.
Select-a-Snack sounds like a "meh" benefit. Hardly worth a press release. The comparable Marriotts (Fairfield, RI, SHS) already do this for Plats.
Jun 4, 2013, 3:25 pm
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I'd be more impressed if diamonds got all benefits. Points AND snack.
Jun 4, 2013, 8:40 pm
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Jun 4, 2013, 9:15 pm
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So how is this enforced? Do you have to put your card in the windshield? What if a DYKWIA gold parks there - will they downgrade his room?
Jun 4, 2013, 10:35 pm
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Originally Posted by puddinhead:20867937
So how is this enforced? Do you have to put your card in the windshield? What if a DYKWIA gold parks there - will they downgrade his room?
Jun 4, 2013, 10:36 pm
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Is there a $250 fine for offenders?
Jun 4, 2013, 10:40 pm
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Originally Posted by Crazyhotelguy:20868279
Is there a $250 fine for offenders?