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Old Mar 27, 2019, 9:38 am
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Originally Posted by hockeyinsider
The idea that they would throw you out to the curb or not allow you onto the property if you had a confirmed reservation that was being walked to another property is laughable and really just fear-mongering.

The reservation is for the end of December. Today is March 27. There is plenty of time to play hardball.

At the very minimum, if the original poster isn't a scammer, he is entitled to 270,000 points, $600 cash and "comparable" accommodation.
If he shows up without having dealt with the issue, it is far from laughable to suggest that he won't be permitted entry. The points (slightly less than a one night stay) and a few bucks won't change local management's view.

If he plays hardball, whatever that is, the property may simply cancel the reservation and leave OP to deal with the issue himself.

This is where telephones and social skills will yield a better result.
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