Later this year, I will be attending one for San Francisco for Sir Francis Drake hotel. Cost $349 up front. Will receive $200 AMEX Card and hotel voucher for $100 off for hotel stay. I do need to pay the taxes.

Also when you call to book for a hotel, CSR usually route you there. Say no to the offers and after a couple of times, ask for the best and you may get something much better

Be strong. Listening is no big deal though they do try to pressure you.

I did one for Wyndham in CA awhile back. I told him , not interested at all as boyfriend loves high end hotels and fine dining. He picks up the tab so I don't see why i would want to pay.

That did it.