Well, it looks like a contest between the Westin (Starwood) and the Doubletree (Hilton). Since I know very little about either's frequent guest program, is one better than the other strictly from a program point of view? Is one easier to deal with? What types of negotiation tips can you offer?
It looks like it will be 20 rooms or so, a meeting room with a fully catered affair, open bar. Again, budget will be $5000 (a LOT of money for us, but you're only 50 once). Assuming I spend the entire amount, is there some minimum point amount I should set? Should I ask to be comped to the first premium level (silver, gold, whatever)? I'm the type who loves to shop for Saturns because I hate haggling. But for points, I'll haggle! Thanks for your help.