FlyerTalk Forums - View Single Post - Doubletree refuses to release $6k in cc authorizations
Old Dec 17, 2012, 4:54 am
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ecaarch
 
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Originally Posted by skywalkerLAX
If the person (or system) running the final charge does not key in the authorization code from the first 'ping' then this will be a completely new charge amount with a new authorization number.
Good to know for future reference.

Originally Posted by skywalkerLAX
This sounds to me like a typical case of miscommunication Hotel ./. Guest. Often this is caused by untrained/incompetent front desk staff. .
My bet is this is the case.
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