Originally Posted by
libuser
I always ask for it. I have not been upgraded but when I have seen my room I promptly go back and ask if they have something better. If they say that they do not have anything better, then I just tell them to cancel the reservation of a suite I just made and to give me that suite. Worked at least 2 times. : )
IME, people who try to game the system to gain something for themselves for which they would otherwise not be entitled, generally wind up having the effect of screwing things up for others....Who are likely more deserving, and certainly more ethical.