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Old Jan 29, 2010 | 6:23 am
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CarolDisney1
 
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Originally Posted by travelexpert
Thanks so much.--your video paints one thousand pictures,,,,

If I was guaranteed a suite like you got--this property would definitely be my first choice.

But given that suites for Platinums is more likely not to happen--would you still suggest this as my first choice within Paris using Marriott Rewards points?

Seems like there is a significant compromise with respect to location.
I stay there as my number one choice. I think I have stayed there 4 or 5 times. I have only gotten the suite once.

For me the lower points cost originally was the deciding factor. Now, however I admit that I have become very comfortable with the neighborhood, I know where things are and really like the location. With the metro that close IMHO the location works for me. I don't feel like it's a 'significant' compromise.

I do not really like the Champs Elysees location, but other's do. The Renaissance are all catergory 7 or 8 and it's just not worth the extra point to me. Others find them well worth it.

Now the Courtyards do have location disadvantages that have kept me away.
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