Only 10K BWR points for a room Nov. 1--Jan. 31!
#1
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Join Date: Dec 2000
Location: Charleston, SC, USA
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Only 10K BWR points for a room Nov. 1--Jan. 31!
At any hotel in "North America." It may be only for residents of N. America, because it's on the same page as the Fall 2x Promo.
Now I wish I had been able to buy BWR points during Daily Giveaways. The price was a mediocre deal normally, but now. . .
Now I wish I had been able to buy BWR points during Daily Giveaways. The price was a mediocre deal normally, but now. . .
#3
Join Date: Jun 2000
Location: Arlington, MA USA
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#4
Join Date: May 2014
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I'm registered but not seeing the 10k rates anywhere... I've got a handful of points that have languished for quite some time, this would be a nice opportunity to use them, especially if we can use them for multiple nights.
Relatedly, aren't you allowed to purchase up to 10k points per redemption at reasonable rates? I can think of a number of places I wouldn't mind staying this winter for $100...
Relatedly, aren't you allowed to purchase up to 10k points per redemption at reasonable rates? I can think of a number of places I wouldn't mind staying this winter for $100...
#5
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: berkeley, Ca, USA
Programs: Hyatt globalist, Alaska mvp gold, Marriott platinum, ihg diamond
Posts: 437
yes
all I get is this message--"The rate plan you requested is not available. The available rates are listed below. "
has anyone had the 10,000 pt special work for them?
all I get is this message--"The rate plan you requested is not available. The available rates are listed below. "
has anyone had the 10,000 pt special work for them?
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#8
Join Date: Mar 2002
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#9
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Slightly to the left of center
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It's quite painful to deal with BW Rewards support. They're quick to rush out stock replies and not address the specific question being asked.
After the third reply, they said "sorry" come back in October when the 10K point will be active...
After the third reply, they said "sorry" come back in October when the 10K point will be active...
#10
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Thanks for a good answer, DBCme! Gee, if we have enough to pay the full points-price, I wonder if we can book award space now, then re-book at 10K in October even if award space is gone by then??
Also, does "North America" include Mexico? Caribbean? (if any of their hotels survive hurricane season!)
Also, does "North America" include Mexico? Caribbean? (if any of their hotels survive hurricane season!)
#11
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: berkeley, Ca, USA
Programs: Hyatt globalist, Alaska mvp gold, Marriott platinum, ihg diamond
Posts: 437
My first reply from customer service said i could not reserve a room under this promo until nov 1.when i challenged this she checked with a supervisor who claimed we could reserve sometime in october
#12
Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: MN, USA
Posts: 246
Below is an excerpt from the FALL17 promo FAQ section: (https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/of...r/fall-17.html)
Exclusive Offer for BWR Members Redeem 10,000 points for a free night
The second part of the Fall Promotion is a burn period, where BWR members can redeem 10,000 points for an exclusive offer for a Free Night valid for a stay at any Best Western branded hotel in North America. The free night is valid for stays taking place between November 1, 2017 and January 31, 2018 (Promotion is subject to cancellation or change without notice). Does a guest need to make advance reservations for the Free Night under this promotion?
Yes, advanced reservations are required. Advanced reservations can be made on bestwestern.com, through the mobile app, by calling the hotel directly or by calling Best Western Central Reservations at 1(800) 780-7234.
Questions? Send an email to [email protected]
Interestingly, the T&C's don't mention a word about this "second part" of the Fall Promo. And the "Promotion is subject to cancellation or change without notice" statement above doesn't make me feel all that comfortable either.
Exclusive Offer for BWR Members Redeem 10,000 points for a free night
The second part of the Fall Promotion is a burn period, where BWR members can redeem 10,000 points for an exclusive offer for a Free Night valid for a stay at any Best Western branded hotel in North America. The free night is valid for stays taking place between November 1, 2017 and January 31, 2018 (Promotion is subject to cancellation or change without notice). Does a guest need to make advance reservations for the Free Night under this promotion?
Yes, advanced reservations are required. Advanced reservations can be made on bestwestern.com, through the mobile app, by calling the hotel directly or by calling Best Western Central Reservations at 1(800) 780-7234.
Questions? Send an email to [email protected]
Interestingly, the T&C's don't mention a word about this "second part" of the Fall Promo. And the "Promotion is subject to cancellation or change without notice" statement above doesn't make me feel all that comfortable either.
#13
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Slightly to the left of center
Posts: 3,475
Thanks for a good answer, DBCme! Gee, if we have enough to pay the full points-price, I wonder if we can book award space now, then re-book at 10K in October even if award space is gone by then??
Also, does "North America" include Mexico? Caribbean? (if any of their hotels survive hurricane season!)
Also, does "North America" include Mexico? Caribbean? (if any of their hotels survive hurricane season!)
Of course it's in BW's best interest to present easy to digest details of the promotion to avoid all these unnecessary calls/emails and spreading of incorrect or inconsistent information.