FHR Upgrades and Amenities [except Las Vegas] 2006-2012
Jan 23, 2008, 8:44 pm
#511
Join Date: Jan 2000
Location: Ashburn, VA (IAD/DCA/BWI)
Posts: 2,748
Thinking about AMEX Plat card because of FHR.
Does there anyone have the experience about Diners Club Worldwide hotel privileges?
http://hotels.dinersclubus.com/
It looks similiar to me for both program.
Thanks
yuchung5
Does there anyone have the experience about Diners Club Worldwide hotel privileges?
http://hotels.dinersclubus.com/
It looks similiar to me for both program.
Thanks
yuchung5
Jan 25, 2008, 7:14 pm
#513
Join Date: Jan 2000
Location: Ashburn, VA (IAD/DCA/BWI)
Posts: 2,748
According to this chart, only Carte Blanche Card members get "Worldwide hotel privileges"http://www.dinersclubus.com/dce_cont...mparisonmatrix
Jan 27, 2008, 8:21 pm
#514
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: IAD/DCA
Posts: 31,797
youre surprised that a company lied in their advertising? 
to be clear, i know diners club makes that claim, but it doesnt really matter, because i clarified that it is in fact virtuoso and has absolutely nothing to do with diners club.
again see the stickies in this forum and luxury hotels forum, as well as discussion in both forums. (much more in luxury hotels)
to be clear, i know diners club makes that claim, but it doesnt really matter, because i clarified that it is in fact virtuoso and has absolutely nothing to do with diners club.
again see the stickies in this forum and luxury hotels forum, as well as discussion in both forums. (much more in luxury hotels)
Jan 28, 2008, 4:54 am
#515
Join Date: May 2001
Location: The Wild West
Posts: 1,339
Chewton Glen, New Milton, UK
Upgraded from Bronze to Silver Room. FHR rate for Bronze Room was about 60 less than standard rate quoted by hotel, more than 120 less than rate for Silver Room quoted by hotel.
We were briefly informed of benefits upon arrival. The extra benefit at Chewton Glen is a free lunch. They took the cheapest lunch off our bill, which was worth 20. That has to be the least impressive amenity I've ever encountered at an FHR hotel. Also, when we told them we expected to check out at 3:30 p.m., we subsequently received a letter that informed us we must leave by 3:30, even though FHR allows 4 p.m.
This is a beautiful hotel, although service is definitely at 4* or sub-4* levels and probably not good enough to justify the hefty rates.
Upgraded from Bronze to Silver Room. FHR rate for Bronze Room was about 60 less than standard rate quoted by hotel, more than 120 less than rate for Silver Room quoted by hotel.
We were briefly informed of benefits upon arrival. The extra benefit at Chewton Glen is a free lunch. They took the cheapest lunch off our bill, which was worth 20. That has to be the least impressive amenity I've ever encountered at an FHR hotel. Also, when we told them we expected to check out at 3:30 p.m., we subsequently received a letter that informed us we must leave by 3:30, even though FHR allows 4 p.m.
This is a beautiful hotel, although service is definitely at 4* or sub-4* levels and probably not good enough to justify the hefty rates.
Jan 31, 2008, 5:15 pm
#516
Moderator: Lufthansa Miles & More, India based airlines, India, External Miles & Points Resources
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: MUC
Programs: LH SEN
Posts: 48,269
Bellagio (Jan 22-24)
Upgrade to Lake view (booked cheapest room (234$+20$ tax)with PTS)
1x 100/85$ spa/lunch voucher
4x 20$ breakfast voucher with was valid all day long (used it for a snack at Palio, a few beers in the Cafe etc)
Upgrade to Lake view (booked cheapest room (234$+20$ tax)with PTS)
1x 100/85$ spa/lunch voucher
4x 20$ breakfast voucher with was valid all day long (used it for a snack at Palio, a few beers in the Cafe etc)
Feb 2, 2008, 7:05 am
#517
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: London, UK
Programs: Centurion, VS Gold, BA Gold
Posts: 567
Claridges
...someone said that the FHR amenity here is a free dinner at Gordon Ramsay's. I called Cent and they said its was at the lobby restaurant only.
Perhaps a change in the amenities?
Perhaps a change in the amenities?
Feb 3, 2008, 8:12 pm
#519
Join Date: Jan 2003
Programs: MP 1K to 2P - painful
Posts: 304
I'm thinking of upgrading to Amex Platinum but Amex won't give me any idea of the FHR rates for the properties I'm interested in ... frankly reading this thread on FT has been way more helpful than calling AMEX, which was a complete waste of time.
If anyone happens to have booked these properties recently I'd greatly appreciate an idea of the FHR price. I have looked at the rates that have been reported on this thread but I'm not sure if they're still accurate or if they apply to these low season rates.
These are the dates I'm looking at -
Amarvilas, Agra 23-25 April
Udaivilas, Udaipur or Lake Palace 30th April - 2nd May
The Imperial, Delhi 2-4th May
Thanks for any help!
If anyone happens to have booked these properties recently I'd greatly appreciate an idea of the FHR price. I have looked at the rates that have been reported on this thread but I'm not sure if they're still accurate or if they apply to these low season rates.
These are the dates I'm looking at -
Amarvilas, Agra 23-25 April
Udaivilas, Udaipur or Lake Palace 30th April - 2nd May
The Imperial, Delhi 2-4th May
Thanks for any help!
Feb 4, 2008, 1:07 am
#520
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: IAD/DCA
Posts: 31,797
there are websites to check FHR rates in the sticky. there was a recent update at the very end of the thread.
Feb 4, 2008, 12:57 pm
#521
Join Date: Jan 2003
Programs: MP 1K to 2P - painful
Posts: 304
Thanks so much, when they told me they wouldn't let me know I didn't realize there was a "work around". I should have know the stickie would come through!
Thanks again, I'll check it out.
Thanks again, I'll check it out.
Feb 9, 2008, 2:08 am
#522
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: SJU
Programs: Amex FHR elite travel agent, Ritz Stars, Hyatt Prive, Four Seasons Preferred Partner and others
Posts: 1,521
St. Regis Shanghai, China
Base level deluxe room booked for 1290 yuan (approx $175) upgraded to a one bedroom suite (I think 3 category upgrade). Lunch for 2 valued at 440 yuan total and free buffet breakfast for two which was excellent.
They also gave us 2 30 minute massages which is usually only included with the suite.
Executive lounge for all guests with free cocktails between 5-8pm.
24 hr "butler" delivers coffee/tea to your room at any time for free (glorified room service).
Awesome experience overall.
Base level deluxe room booked for 1290 yuan (approx $175) upgraded to a one bedroom suite (I think 3 category upgrade). Lunch for 2 valued at 440 yuan total and free buffet breakfast for two which was excellent.
They also gave us 2 30 minute massages which is usually only included with the suite.
Executive lounge for all guests with free cocktails between 5-8pm.
24 hr "butler" delivers coffee/tea to your room at any time for free (glorified room service).
Awesome experience overall.
Feb 12, 2008, 3:36 pm
#523
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: nyc
Programs: amex plat, amex starwoods
Posts: 34
anyone stay at the W New Orleans? or can comment on the FHR amenities
Feb 13, 2008, 10:12 pm
#524
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: DFW
Programs: AA EXP 1M
Posts: 300
Just booked at the Venetian in vegas. The are offering the typical 2 day passes for the spa. Two questions: What does the spa pass cost for normal folk? What can I do with my extra pass (I'll be alone), would they keep it for a credit possibly?
Feb 24, 2008, 11:59 am
#525
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: SJC
Posts: 426
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe: 2/21-23
Booked Spa Terrance View $259 (web non-refunable 270$)
Check-in @ 7pm, free upgrade to Regency club 11 & 12th floor.
One breakfast coupon for two person each morning in the Sierra Cafe either buffet or one entree each.
One coupon for two lunch up to $85 in (Sierra Cafe).
Hotel is really nice and convenient to ski area. Across the street are a few good restaurants.
The Regency club was a little diappointing, small and very crowed. Afternoon hors d'oeuvres are one hot appetizer, two salads (bean & pasta) chips & salsa. It does have a lot of liquor out. We don't drink and asked for bottle water but none was available
. The continental breakfast will get you started in the morning, and the push bottom hot drink machine which was very very good.
They charge 18$ resort free per room per night and suppose to come with bottle of water each day. None were seen in the room.
But at the end very happy with our stay, will return next season.
Booked Spa Terrance View $259 (web non-refunable 270$)
Check-in @ 7pm, free upgrade to Regency club 11 & 12th floor.
One breakfast coupon for two person each morning in the Sierra Cafe either buffet or one entree each.
One coupon for two lunch up to $85 in (Sierra Cafe).
Hotel is really nice and convenient to ski area. Across the street are a few good restaurants.
The Regency club was a little diappointing, small and very crowed. Afternoon hors d'oeuvres are one hot appetizer, two salads (bean & pasta) chips & salsa. It does have a lot of liquor out. We don't drink and asked for bottle water but none was available
. The continental breakfast will get you started in the morning, and the push bottom hot drink machine which was very very good. They charge 18$ resort free per room per night and suppose to come with bottle of water each day. None were seen in the room.
But at the end very happy with our stay, will return next season.