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Old Feb 2, 2016 | 4:47 pm
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JMKSTL
 
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: St. Louis, MO
Programs: AA EXP, DL PM, HHonors Diamond, National
Posts: 126
Originally Posted by smmrfld
This is absolutely incorrect as a statement of fact. I've had a couple of proposals for a block of conference rooms that included a specific clause deleting HH points and associated benefits for those who booked that rate. I was able to negotiate and keep the same rate while allowing normal HH points and benefits, but each contract stands on its own and may indeed preclude points and benefits.
I am sure this is all accurate. It must be that bookers make that arrangement as I have stayed on numerous corporate and conference rates over the last 15 years and have never been denied points or benefits when I have provided my HH number.^
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