Pointbreaks Discussion Master Thread [merged]
Jul 18, 2011, 11:21 pm
#4456
Join Date: Apr 2004
Programs: AA, UA, SQ, VA, QF, AF, BA
Posts: 2,866
and zero in Oceania...
BTW, I think I read above that you were interested in Mumbai properties?
I have no idea whether it may suit your plans / needs but I spent several nights at HI Mumbai International Airport earlier this year (on a PB, as it happens), and it really is a very nice property. Of course it is north of the city rather than the downtown area, but it is a newer property, more in line with CP standards than HI, and is relatively convenient to the airport.
I was upgraded to a very spacious and comfortable room and treated very well as a mere PC Plat on PB. Given that you can arrange for an all day car through the hotel for a modest rate ("coolcabs" are cheapest and quite adequate ~ about 1700 Rs for the day as I recall) the location is not a big obstacle. Traffic will be an issue in most locations in Mumbai so just go with the flow.
It is generally available for 15k per night / or 5k + $60, so it might be an alternative to the PB you were seeking.
Apologies to others for OT posting...
tb
BTW, I think I read above that you were interested in Mumbai properties?
I have no idea whether it may suit your plans / needs but I spent several nights at HI Mumbai International Airport earlier this year (on a PB, as it happens), and it really is a very nice property. Of course it is north of the city rather than the downtown area, but it is a newer property, more in line with CP standards than HI, and is relatively convenient to the airport.
I was upgraded to a very spacious and comfortable room and treated very well as a mere PC Plat on PB. Given that you can arrange for an all day car through the hotel for a modest rate ("coolcabs" are cheapest and quite adequate ~ about 1700 Rs for the day as I recall) the location is not a big obstacle. Traffic will be an issue in most locations in Mumbai so just go with the flow.
It is generally available for 15k per night / or 5k + $60, so it might be an alternative to the PB you were seeking.
Apologies to others for OT posting...
tb
Did they pick you up at the airport for free?I was really hoping the new Cochin HI would be on the list, they only opened this month so they should want to attract people to it. And the CP Soaltee in KTM recently closed its casino, people are complaining on TA but I don't care because I don't gamble.
Jul 19, 2011, 12:41 am
#4457
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Singapore
Programs: BAEC Gold, Hh Gold, NH*G, SPGP, SQ-CC
Posts: 1,381
Made 4 reservations under PB.
2 nights at Jakarta
3 nights at Taipei
2 nights at Wuhu
2 nights at Shanghai
The option this time at shanghai is good.
2 nights at Jakarta
3 nights at Taipei
2 nights at Wuhu
2 nights at Shanghai
The option this time at shanghai is good.
Jul 19, 2011, 12:48 am
#4458
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: HH Diamond, Marriott Gold, IHG Gold, Hyatt something
Posts: 33,595
The CGK IC is fairly nice. I had about 30 nights here last year. They can be a little weird on reward nights. Sometimes they say no minibar, sometimes they don't.
I wouldn't valet park here, though, as the $35,000 USD rate is a bit steep. (Obviously it's supposed to be 35,000 IDR, which is $4 a day or so)
They have premier room available which are a bit larger than the standard one.
I wouldn't valet park here, though, as the $35,000 USD rate is a bit steep.
(Obviously it's supposed to be 35,000 IDR, which is $4 a day or so)They have premier room available which are a bit larger than the standard one.
Jul 19, 2011, 1:01 am
#4459
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: MEL, land of Oz
Programs: QF Plat & LTG; A3*A Gold; Avianca LM; Velocity; IHG Platinum, Accor All
Posts: 421
That's the one I booked, I figured we can get to the tourist area on the metro from Andheri station. Nice to know they upgrade PLTs on reward stays! I saw it a few months ago, tried to squeek through a PB for Sept but for once the PC website worked properly and wouldn't let me. Did they pick you up at the airport for free?
Did they pick you up at the airport for free?I did not try the local train as I had a few specific locations to visit during my one free day that were easier by car, and it was pretty hot & humid at the time. Depending on where you want to go, 'cool cabs' (a/c local taxi) can be a convenient and reasonably priced, if less adventurous, alternative.
They are currently constructing an extension to the metro which will run right past the hotel. In time that will be an improvement, but until then it is (yet another) traffic obstacle...
tb
Jul 19, 2011, 2:08 am
#4460
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Manchester, England
Programs: Bonvoy LT Plat, HH Diamond, IHG Plat, BMI Gold (RIP)
Posts: 8,034
And comes with free internet as well according to the room description. Well I'm hoping they honour that part as I've booked 3 nights on PB this morning in a Premier Room for that reason.
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Jul 19, 2011, 3:37 am
#4461
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: BEG/DUS/FCO - YYZ/MRY
Programs: LH G, CO G, BA B, HH G, PC P, SW G, Sixt P, Hertz G and YES A|Club G :)
Posts: 800
Seems to be finally operating normally...It shows 5k and it confirms with 5k without shenanigans of any sort...
Jul 19, 2011, 4:45 am
#4463
Join Date: Sep 2000
Location: Australia Cathay Marco Polo Gold, Hilton Platinum VIP, Hyatt Gold Passport, Hertz Gold, PC Platinum, AMEX Centurion
Posts: 259
No PB in Australia
Another disappointment for those who want to travel to Australia!!!!!!!
Jul 19, 2011, 6:35 am
#4465
Join Date: Dec 2000
Location: Philadelphia
Posts: 2,521
The TripAdvisor reviews on the Holiday Inn Midtown Montreal are very mixed. Has anyone stayed there recently?
Jul 19, 2011, 8:00 am
#4466
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Singapore
Programs: BAEC Gold, Hh Gold, NH*G, SPGP, SQ-CC
Posts: 1,381
Jul 19, 2011, 8:04 am
#4468
In Memoriam
Join Date: May 2001
Location: Southern California
Programs: Hertz 5 star, Priceline Hotel bidder. AA PLT, 1MM.
Posts: 2,910
Booked 3 nights at Vienna South for early Sept for 15K total. ^
Was thinking of doing the cash & points ($60+5K) but instead booked (Friends & Family refundable rate) Park Inn. Will cancel that.
For 15K pts (and no cash), a nice deal. ^
Was thinking of doing the cash & points ($60+5K) but instead booked (Friends & Family refundable rate) Park Inn. Will cancel that.
For 15K pts (and no cash
), a nice deal. ^
Jul 19, 2011, 8:35 am
#4469
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Georgia, USA
Posts: 194
Don't have high expectations and it should be okay. It definitely feels dated, but it's an okay property. Good location, but don't think you will impress anyone by taking them there.
Jul 19, 2011, 8:43 am
#4470
Join Date: Jun 2001
Location: cleveland, oh, usa
Programs: HHonors Gold, Priority Club Plat, AAdvantage, Delta Skymiles, others including Amtrak Guest Rewards
Posts: 786
For those who are looking for somewhere to go in the PB list, I would recommend the Crowne Plaza Philadelphia West - I work right across the street. The hotel is decent - not fantastic but clean and comfortable. It's five miles from downtown Philadelphia, but if you take West River Drive instead of the Schuylkill Expressway, it is a gorgeous ride. If you are traveling on a budget, the 44 bus is an express to downtown, and the 38 providing late night coverage, albeit more of a local bus. Free parking and wifi too, as well as several quick-casual restaurants within a 3 minute walk (Potbelly, California Pizza Kitchen, etc.)