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eponymous_coward Feb 18, 2014 3:02 pm

Hilton Select- is this remotely worth anything?
 
https://www.hiltonselect.com/enroll_options.php

I actually got offered a discount taking the first option to $259.

The benefits here on the cashback for stays look pretty "meh" (mail in folios, aka "lots of breakage and opportunities for shenanigans").

https://www.hiltonselect.com/enroll.php

I'm inclined to think "no, put it in the trash bin", but wondering if anyone else thinks differently.

kirkwoodj Feb 18, 2014 3:12 pm

Looks dodgy, even font is off.

fozziedoggie Feb 18, 2014 3:13 pm


Originally Posted by eponymous_coward (Post 22372732)
I'm inclined to think "no, put it in the trash bin", but wondering if anyone else thinks differently.

Agree 100%

Just another travel agency a la AmEx travel services, you don't even receive any additional HHonrs benefits like guaranteed suite upgrades x-times per year.

Definitely not worth it. :td:

JDiver Feb 18, 2014 3:32 pm

To preserve the offer and make it more easily available here:

Code:

Here are all of the benefits available with Hilton Select

$100 Cash Back on Hilton Stay
Hilton Select Members receive two certificates valid for a rebate of up to
$100 for one night of a completed stay at a Hilton Hotel anywhere in the
U.S. One rebate certificate will be valid for a stay in the first six months of
membership and the second one will be valid for a stay in the last six
months.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 1) This certificate only valid toward stay
at Hilton Hotels and is not valid for stays at any of the following properties:
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by
Hilton, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels,
Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand
Vacations. 2) Name on Hilton hotel-stay paid folio receipt and Hilton Select
membership must be the same. 3) Hilton Hotel stay must occur in the U.S.
during the time period indicated on the front of this certificate. Hilton
Select membership must be active and in good standing at time of rebate
redemption. 4) Certificate is not redeemable at the Hilton Hotel during your
stay and must be submitted as described below after completed stay for
rebate. 5) Within 30 days after completed stay, mail original completed
Certificate and copy of your Hilton hotel-stay paid folio receipt to: Hilton
Select, Dept. 13-77773, PO Box 540062 El Paso, TX 88554-0062. 6)
Requests exceeding the 30 day period or requests submitted without
original completed Certificate and Hilton Hotel receipt will not be returned
and the request for redemption will not be fulfilled. 7) Rebate will be issued
to named recipient(s) via check. Please allow 6-8 weeks for rebate to be
issued. 8) Rebate valid toward room rate of one night’s stay for one room
only. All other charges, sales taxes, expenses, food and beverages, parking,
gratuities, gift shop purchases and the cost of travel are the sole
responsibility of the individual and are not valid for rebate under this
promotion. Rebate will not exceed $100 USD. EXCLUSIONS: Sample,
photocopied or duplicate Certificates not valid for redemption. Certificate
void if altered, counterfeited, or obtained and used improperly. Certificate
not replaceable if lost or destroyed. Certificate provided exclusively by
Hilton Select who is responsible for the fulfillment. Certificate has no cash
value and is non-transferable. This offer is void where prohibited by law.

5,000 Bonus Hilton HHonors Points
Hilton Select Members will also enjoy all the benefits of Hilton HHonors, the
award-winning, guest-loyalty program for Hilton Worldwide's 10 distinct
hotel brands. HHonors offers more ways to earn and redeem points than
any other guest-loyalty program at more than 4,000 hotels in 90 countries
and territories. If you're not already a Hilton HHonors Member, you'll be
automatically enrolled when you join Hilton Select. As a bonus for joining
Hilton Select, we're giving you 5,000 HHonors Bonus Points to get you
closer to your next free stay, whether you are a new or existing HHonors
Member.

Cash Back on Travel
Our full-service travel agency is ready to assist Hilton Select Members with
all of their travel needs. Hilton Select makes planning a weekend getaway
or extended vacation easy and stress free. Additionally, when Members
book with Hilton Select, they can earn 5% cash back on their airfare, car
rentals and cruises! Members earn:

5% cash back on Domestic Airline Tickets
5% cash back on Car Rentals
5% cash back on Cruises
$500,000 Flight Insurance

Hilton Select Members, their spouses and any unmarried dependent
children are automatically insured up to $500,000 against accidental loss of
life, limb, sight, speech or hearing on all airline tickets booked through
Hilton Select.

Checked Baggage Rebate
Hilton Select Members can receive up to $40 cash back annually just by
submitting proof of payment for checked baggage and a rebate certificate.
Rebates are structured so Members can receive one $10 rebate per quarter
on baggage checking fees.

Shore Excursion Rebate
Hilton Select Members can explore the coast or participate in their favorite
adventure activity, like parasailing or jet skiing, when they use their Shore
Excursion Rebate. Members receive up to a $25 rebate each year on shore
excursions. Members will love saving on parasailing, snorkeling, island tours
and so much more! Members simply submit proof of payment and a rebate
certificate to receive the rebate.

In-Flight Food and Beverage Rebate
Hilton Select Members can fully enjoy their flight with the In-Flight Food
and Beverage Rebate. Members can receive one $10 rebate each quarter on
food and beverages bought on board the aircraft. That's up to $40 in annual
savings!

$25 Restaurant.com Gift Certificates
Each month Hilton Select Members can use their personalized code to
receive a $25 Restaurant.com Gift Certificate to the restaurant of their
choice. This $300 annual benefit allows Members to try a variety of cuisines
at restaurants that aren't the run-of-the-mill chains. From casual to fine
dining at some of the top restaurants in major metropolitan cities, Hilton
Members can enjoy a little extra something like an appetizer, a fancy entré
or a special dessert ‒ at no extra cost to them! Once a Member redeems
their monthly gift certificate, they will not be able to use the code until the
following month. Restaurant certificate codes are only good for the month
issued and unused redemptions do not carry over from month to month.

Dining Discounts
Hilton Select Members are entitled to discounts of up to 50% off at over
60,000 dining locations nationwide. Locations include fine restaurants,
casual dining and fast food. Discounts apply to desserts, catering, take-out,
delivery and more.

Roadside Assistance
Hilton Select Members are eligible for three (3) roadside assistance events
per year up to a maximum of $100 each. Whether a Member is stuck at
home or on the road, one toll-free call on a dedicated number will get one
of 30,000 technicians dispatched for such things as towing, fuel delivery,
tire changes, jumpstarts and more 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, 365
days a year.

Retail Discounts
Hilton Select Members are entitled to thousands of discounts at top
retailers, both online and in-store. Members can find exclusive savings on
everything including electronics, apparel, flowers, jewelry, accessories,
magazines, movies, music, books, pet supplies, sporting goods and toys.

Recreation Discounts
Hilton Select Members are entitled to discounts of up to 50% at over
13,500 entertainment locations like theme parks, theater productions,
bowling alleys, laser tag, white-water rafting, museums, arcades, sporting
events, high-adventure excursions, cultural events and much more.

Show Ticket Rebate
Hilton Select Members can enjoy a night out at the theater, a concert or any
other live entertainment venue and receive up to $40 cash back per year.
Rebates are structured so Members can receive one $10 rebate per quarter
on live entertainment simply by submitting proof of payment, ticket stubs
and their rebate certificate.

Online Tools
Online Tools is a resource for singles, families, travelers ‒ anyone who is
busy and needs a simple, yet concise set of tools to keep them organized
and efficient. From secure online document storage to date reminders and
even a password vault to keep track of the multiple passwords used for
website access, Online Tools is an easy click that will give Members peace
of mind and a little less paper on their desks (or in their briefcases!). Online
Tools include:

Credit Card Registry: Allows Members to securely and safely register
all of the credit and debit cards for easy access should they be lost or
stolen. All information is stored fully encryption on dedicated, secure
servers.

Loss Alert: For any credit or debit card registered in the Credit Card
Registry, Members can report stolen cards. Within 1-4 hours of reporting
the theft, the Member will be contacted by a Security Analyst who will
contact card issuers and report the loss on Member's behalf.

Document Registry: An online way for Members to store their
important electronic documents all in one place. The Document Registry is
secure and encrypted, and documents are only accessible to Members.
Members may store as many documents as they like, up to 20 GB.

Document Messenger: Allows Members to send large electronic files
to  friends, family and coworkers. Members may send up to 100 MB of data
at  a time. Members may send files right from their desktop or from the
Document Registry.

Address Book: Gives Members the ability to keep track of all of their
personal  and business contacts in one, convenient location. Address Book
works with Document Messenger, allowing Members to choose contacts to
send documents to. Address Book also allows Members to add and manage
their contact information and categorize it for easy access.

Password Vault: Provides Members with a secure and convenient
place to store all of their Members IDs and passwords. The information is
encrypted, stored on a secure server and only accessible by the Member.

Reminder Service: Reminds Members of birthdays, anniversaries or
any other personally important date. An email is sent to remind the
Member of each occasion.

Additional benefits available with Hilton Select Premier

$200 Cash Back on Hilton Stay
Hilton Select Premier Members double the amount of their two certificates
valid for a rebate of up to $200 for one night of a completed stay at a Hilton
Hotel anywhere in the U.S. One rebate certificate will be valid for a stay in
the first six months of membership and the second one will be valid for a
stay in the last six months.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 1) This certificate only valid toward stay
at Hilton Hotels and is not valid for stays at any of the following properties:
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by
Hilton, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels,
Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand
Vacations. 2) Name on Hilton hotel-stay paid folio receipt and Hilton Select
membership must be the same. 3) Hilton Hotel stay must occur in the U.S.
during the time period indicated on the front of this certificate. Hilton
Select membership must be active and in good standing at time of rebate
redemption. 4) Certificate is not redeemable at the Hilton Hotel during your
stay and must be submitted as described below after completed stay for
rebate. 5) Within 30 days after completed stay, mail original completed
Certificate and copy of your Hilton hotel-stay paid folio receipt to: Hilton
Select, Dept. 13-77843, PO Box 540062 El Paso, TX 88554-0062. 6)
Requests exceeding the 30 day period or requests submitted without
original completed Certificate and Hilton Hotel receipt will not be returned
and the request for redemption will not be fulfilled. 7) Rebate will be issued
to named recipient(s) via check. Please allow 6-8 weeks for rebate to be
issued. 8) Rebate valid toward room rate of one night’s stay for one room
only. All other charges, sales taxes, expenses, food and beverages, parking,
gratuities, gift shop purchases and the cost of travel are the sole
responsibility of the individual and are not valid for rebate under this
promotion. Rebate will not exceed $200 USD. EXCLUSIONS: Sample,
photocopied or duplicate Certificates not valid for redemption. Certificate
void if altered, counterfeited, or obtained and used improperly. Certificate
not replaceable if lost or destroyed. Certificate provided exclusively by
Hilton Select who is responsible for the fulfillment. Certificate has no cash
value and is non-transferable. This offer is void where prohibited by law.

10,000 Bonus Hilton HHonors Points
Hilton Select Premier Members will also enjoy all the benefits of Hilton
HHonors, the award-winning, guest-loyalty program for Hilton Worldwide's
10 distinct hotel brands. HHonors offers more ways to earn and redeem
points than any other guest-loyalty program at more than 4,000 hotels in
90 countries and territories. If you're not already a Hilton HHonors Member,
you'll be automatically enrolled when you join Hilton Select. As a bonus for
joining Hilton Select Premier, we're doubling the amount we give you with
10,000 HHonors Bonus Points to get you closer to your next free stay,
whether you are a new or existing HHonors Member.

Concierge Services
Hilton Select Premier Members will receive the comfort, care and attention
of our VIP Concierge Service agents simply by calling a dedicated toll-free
telephone number. VIP Concierge Services are available 24/7 to extend a
helping hand to Hilton Select Premier Members.

Travel Assistance services include:
Stolen luggage replacement assistance
ATM locator
Emergency Cash Transfer Assistance
Travel information including visa/passport requirements
Emergency telephone interpretation assistance
Urgent message relay to family, friends or business associates
Up-to-the-minute travel delay reports
Long distance calling cards for worldwide telephoning
Inoculation information
Worldwide public holiday information
Currency conversion or purchase
Up-to-the-minute information on local medical advisories, epidemics, required
immunizations and available preventive measures
Up-to-the-minute travel supplier strike information
Legal referrals/bail bond assistance, and
Embassy or consulate referrals
VIP Personal Helper services include:
Restaurant referrals and reservations whether traveling or at home
Event ticketing
Ground transportation coordination
Golf tee time reservations and referrals
Wireless device assistance
Latest worldwide weather and ski reports
Floral services
Private air charter assistance
Cruise charter assistance
Latest sports scores
Find, wrap and deliver one-of-a-kind gifts
Movie and theatre information
Latest stock quotes
Special occasion reminders and gift ideas
Lottery results
Local activity recommendations, or a
Pet Assistance services include:
Locating animal behaviorists
Locating/booking kennels, boarding and pet-sitting services
Locating breeders
Coordinating breeders/owners to send pets to locations to breed
Pet hospice service
Locating pet walkers
Locating parks
Providing details on traveling with pets (costs, requirements, etc.)
Locating groomers
Finding the best pricing on pet food
Locating pet obedience classes
Locating pet-friendly hotels, apartments and condos
Providing vaccination reminders
Providing information on obtaining permits within your resident state
Lost and found assistance (i.e. searching animal shelters, assisting
with posting a reward in local papers, etc.)
Pet memorial services, and
Assistance in locating an online or in-person pet first aid class
The VIP Concierge Service benefits are offered as non-insurance benefits
where not prohibited by applicable law or regulation.
Wi-Fi Rebates
Hilton Select Premier Members can receive up to $40 per year in Wi-Fi
Rebates for in-flight service purchases. The rebates are structured as four
(4), quarterly, $10 rebates up to a maximum rebate of $40 per year.
Member simply submits their receipt for Wi-Fi purchased in flight along
with a rebate certificate. The purchase must be made and the rebate
submission must be received while the Member is an active Member of the
club. A copy of the Member's credit card statement or an email confirmation
is sufficient proof of purchase.

Remote Tech Support
Hilton Select Premier Members have access to 24/7, remote, U.S.-based
support for their PC, Mac, software, digital cameras, smartphones, printers,
MP3 players and tablets. Members can count on a specialized level of
support to help them get the most out of their technology investment and
to keep them up and running while traveling. Hilton Select Members will
access the services through a dedicated toll-free number.

IMO, a lot of words - many of the services above are included in other cards' "Concierge" programs, and there is little specificity to the actual offers - e.g. which retailers, etc. But if it's what floats your boat, there it is waiting for you for a mere $399 per annum, negative option billing (you must actively cancel or it will be billed to your registration credit card on an annual basis).

underpressure Feb 19, 2014 8:40 pm


Originally Posted by kirkwoodj (Post 22372792)
Looks dodgy, even font is off.

I would only use that site with my ex-wife's credit card.

Domain Name: HILTONSELECT.COM
Registry Domain ID:
Registrar WHOIS Server: whois.networksolutions.com
Registrar URL: http://www.networksolutions.com/en_US/
Updated Date: 2014-01-11T00:00:00Z
Creation Date: 2002-02-27T00:00:00Z
Registrar Registration Expiration Date: 2014-02-27T00:00:00Z
Registrar: NETWORK SOLUTIONS, LLC.
Registrar IANA ID: 2
Registrar Abuse Contact Email: [email protected]
Registrar Abuse Contact Phone: 800-333-7680
Reseller:
Domain Status: ok
Registry Registrant ID:
Registrant Name: PreVisor Inc.
Registrant Organization: PreVisor Inc.
Registrant Street: 1805 Old Alabama Road
Registrant City: Roswell
Registrant State/Province: GA
Registrant Postal Code: 30076
Registrant Country: US
Registrant Phone: 770-650-8080
Registrant Phone Ext:
Registrant Fax: 678-832-0544
Registrant Fax Ext:
Registrant Email: [email protected]
Registry Admin ID:
Admin Name: Hostmaster, SHL
Admin Organization: SHL Group plc (HOIT - CSD)
Admin Street: 1 Atwell place
Admin City: Thames Ditton
Admin State/Province: Surrey
Admin Postal Code: KT7 0NE
Admin Country: UK
Admin Phone: (678) 832-0510
Admin Phone Ext:
Admin Fax: (208) 335 7000
Admin Fax Ext:
Admin Email: [email protected]
Registry Tech ID:
Tech Name: SSLAdmin, CEB
Tech Organization: CEB
Tech Street: 1919 North Lynn Stree
Tech City: Arlington
Tech State/Province: VA
Tech Postal Code: 22209
Tech Country: US
Tech Phone: 703-732-3473
Tech Phone Ext:
Tech Fax:
Tech Fax Ext:
Tech Email: [email protected]
Name Server: NS1.TELEFORMIX.COM
Name Server: NS2.TELEFORMIX.COM
DNSSEC: not signed
URL of the ICANN WHOIS Data Problem Reporting System: http://wdprs.internic.net/
>>> Last update of whois database: Thu, 20 Feb 2014 03:38:05 UTC <<<

Source: http://www.register.com/whois.rcmx

JDiver Feb 19, 2014 10:28 pm

That good, eh? ROFLMAO! :eek::D


Originally Posted by underpressure (Post 22381335)
I would only use that site with my ex-wife's credit card.

...


paul4040 Feb 20, 2014 12:23 pm

Hilton Select- is this remotely worth anything?
 
Don't put your HHonors number or password into this site...!

Sunburn644 May 15, 2014 9:26 am

I was offered 5000 HHonors points and a 2 night stay in Las Vegas or Orlando for $359. declined.

HansGruber May 15, 2014 10:04 am

That WhoIS record looks really sketchy. I would steer clear of this site. I'm not even sure it's a marketing site.

writerguyfl May 16, 2014 4:46 am

Check the Fine Print
 
When checking the authenticity of a website, I always look at the fine print. Any legitimate company will have links to their Privacy policy and Terms of Use, usually at the bottom of the page.

The privacy policy link on this Hilton Select site goes to the main Hilton Worldwide Privacy Statement. But, the Terms of Use provides the real answer to who runs the site:
The Hilton Select program and this website are operated by Teleformix, LLC a Delaware limited liability company (the "Provider") for the benefit of Hilton Resorts Corporation a Delaware corporation d/b/a Hilton Select and a subsidiary of Hilton Worldwide, Inc., ("Hilton").
For what it's worth, Teleformix has been an accredited business with the Better Business Bureau since 1/1/2010. They have an A+ rating.

HansGruber May 16, 2014 7:15 am


Originally Posted by writerguyfl (Post 22873418)
When checking the authenticity of a website, I always look at the fine print. Any legitimate company will have links to their Privacy policy and Terms of Use, usually at the bottom of the page.

The privacy policy link on this Hilton Select site goes to the main Hilton Worldwide Privacy Statement. But, the Terms of Use provides the real answer to who runs the site:
The Hilton Select program and this website are operated by Teleformix, LLC a Delaware limited liability company (the "Provider") for the benefit of Hilton Resorts Corporation a Delaware corporation d/b/a Hilton Select and a subsidiary of Hilton Worldwide, Inc., ("Hilton").
For what it's worth, Teleformix has been an accredited business with the Better Business Bureau since 1/1/2010. They have an A+ rating.

Thank you! Good points.

rlpugh Aug 7, 2014 12:26 pm

Hilton Select
 
Hilton Select offer sounds good but a giant pain to make reservations and recoup money. First attempt got a run around about whether a Hampton Inn was eligible - online it was the travel agent said no. Once we straightened that out they couldn't get my CC to work and promised to call back. Three days later no calls and there was no record of my reservation. You can't reserve a room via Hilton Honors or rent a car through you rental co. Got to use the Select people. Personally don't like it - too busy to out with incompetents. Negative rating over all.
I really like the Hilton Honors program and if I were Hilton I'd dump these clowns

larrva Sep 23, 2014 9:35 am


Originally Posted by Sunburn644 (Post 22868985)
I was offered 5000 HHonors points and a 2 night stay in Las Vegas or Orlando for $359. declined.

Plus those two $100 certificates?

100,000miler Sep 24, 2014 6:24 pm

Hilton Select--good benefits BUT....
 
I was booking a room at a Hilton in Beijing and got some great offers from what is called Hilton Select. This turns out to be a totally different company from HHonours. They could NOT process my benefits offers which was a $100voucher for future use as I was not a US resident (or so I believe the problem to be but this is unconfirmed) .

When I called them they were not aware of the US resident rule and even I see no evidence of such a rule. I have spent close to one hour on the line with various representative of Hilton. I am at my whits end.

I suspect HILTON SELECT did not realize there were countries outside of the USA, which is so typical of dumb Americans.

I am so peeved off at HH once again. Frankly I think this program is the worst loyalty program on the market. I know others will disagree but that is my experience which likely is more extensive than others that will soon post.

I was a SPG PLAT until they brought in the n/s policy in North America. One of my admitted sins.

jerry a. laska Sep 24, 2014 6:29 pm

See also the discussion here:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hilto...-anything.html


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