Originally Posted by
ioto1902
I'm also a plat member, and I would also ask "is it sooo important" ?
I never check upper room availability, I never expect upgrades. So, 3/4 of the times, I get a good surprise at check-in.
I scarcely use the drink voucher. I never touch the fruit basket. I only require a big bottle of water at reservation stage and it is indeed always prepared as a complimentary gesture. And quite often, I get extras without asking. Last time was a box of macarons.
Of course, I have my way, you have your way.
For your reference, I spend 70/80 nights per year.
Yeah, it's "soo important". If Accor does not want to offer the upgrades, they should remove it as one of the perks of the programme. It's ridiculous for anyone to have to jump through hoops to get what they are entitled to.