Originally Posted by CanadaDH

Since you're planning on flying somewhere to do this, it's rather difficult to suggest options, since the best priced Fairmont stays may not end up being the cheapest overall trip cost once you factor in your flights. But if you're going to go to the trouble to get another stay in, instead of focusing on the best price, why not look first at places you'd like to go? Then just see if it meets your budget. I have trouble understanding the concept of travel just for the sake of getting a credit in a loyalty program. Go somewhere you want to visit. Make it a vacation, even if just a short one.