chuckywang

If I need 5 more nights to reach Premier and I have an upcoming stay for 7 nights, will I be Premier in the middle of my stay?

Jasper2009

No. It takes several weeks for your status to be updated.

Also, since you've missed the deadline for early qualification, you probably won't get Premier status before March 1.

bcosinteno

Quick question - I know that rooms booked through AMEX FHR, Virtuoso or Travel Leaders Select are considered qualifying rates. I'm assuming that booking through Visa Signature Collection is also considered a qualifying rate?

Jasper2009

While I have no 1st hand experience with that rate, I'd expect the answer to be 'yes' (as long as the rate is similar to the "Daily rate" and includes various amenities and isn't a discounted promotional rate).

Antonio8069

The concierge at the re-opened QE has advised me they no longer provide any newspapers - only Press Reader services:

Unfortunately, we no longer carry newspapers here at the hotel as we are going paperless and now use the Pressreader app. This being said, we can also send a bellman to get copies for you and have them charged to your room. Let us know how you would like to proceed.

We are looking forward to welcoming you back to Fairmont the Queen Elizabeth!


Josée Tina Roy
Concierge

Fairmont Le Reine Elizabeth
900, boul. René-Lévesque Ouest
Montréal, Québec
Canada H3B 4A5
T + 1 514 954 2288
[email protected]
fairmont.com

Am I the only FT who finds this to be a dimunition of Plat services?

Are there any other changes since this was 1st posted 2010?

Jasper2009

Well, technically you're still getting your newspaper.

I'm not aware of any changes (and have been updating the FAQ on a regular basis).

I've seen the newspaper thing too, although it's very much property-specific.

But I tend to agree with you - there are certainly instances where I much prefer a proper newspaper (e.g. when on vacation and reading the newspaper on the balcony/patio)

Antonio8069

The "change" is pretty clear, IMO. In 2010, when the FAQ was started, it made ref. to a choice of a daily newspaper. The current version (accessed via the hyperlink) refers to a newspaper or the digital equivalent.

I have no issue with Press Reader as an enhancement. What I take issue with, Jasper2009, is the fact that the papers have been replaced or superseded by Press Reader.

I think this is a change? In other FT threads, FTs take issue with a change in the selection of new newspapers in the club lounge. My question (unanswered) is whether or not h there have been any other changes in Plat benefits since 2010?

I also feel it is incumbent on you not to let other FTs answer the question - based on their actual experience?

Jasper2009

Hm, not sure where I suggested that FTer's shouldn't comment - anyone is welcome to share their experience.

Btw, while I created the FAQ in 2010, I update it regularly and you'll see a "last edited on Feb. 2, 2017" at the bottom of the first few posts. There have certainly been several changes during the last seven years and I believe the FAQ is up to date otherwise. But if you see any discrepancies, obviously please report them.

I'll add a "some properties have eliminated paper newspapers and only offer the Press Reader app" comment in case anyone finds this useful.

lbotez

I was at the Fairmont Royal Pavilion in Barbados last May; they printed the news on a few sheets of paper (stapled) and put it in your inbox on the outside of the door. Which was really nice, since who wants to take a phone to the restaurant? Really liked that.

CanadaDH

The change to electronic news does seem to be property-specific. I never paid much attention, since I actively try to stay as far away from news as I can when I'm on vacation, but I do recall receiving a card with my room keys recently with instructions on how to download the e-news.

I wonder if it's part of their sustainability initiatives to reduce as much waste as possible. The hotels are always bragging about such accomplishments every time I turn on the TV in the room, and maybe they viewed stacks of newspaper as a big opportunity to reduce some waste.

BA Humbug

Just got off the phone with the Plat line, the updated list of properties where you cannot use the suite upgrade are:

1. Savoy
2. Plaza
3. Fairmont Tremblant
4. Fairmont Barbados
5. Fairmont Masai Mara
6. Fairmont Baku

#6 being the one I was trying to use it on... :

R2

Is this the complete list? If so Fairmont Makati has been removed, which is great news as I always use my certs there. I've had a good success rate using them there even if they would never confirm the suite upgrade in advance, only on check-in.

SOWK

BA Humbug

The Makati was not on the list they gave me, however I have had the same experience as you -- you only find out when you check in.

Yes she did mention the Fairmont Vancouver Airport, I did forget about that one. Apologies.

winkny

Will i get a stay credit for a stay in Swissotel, i am a Club FPC member?