Crisis discounts at highend hotels?
Mar 26, 2009, 12:37 pm
#271
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Raffles offer above seems good, although I cant tell exactly as dont have specific rates. However, surely there will be a better offer around sometime, because if the Virtuoso one was that special it wouldnt be made available for almost the whole year? I would have expected "special offers" to be a short term thing.
p.s. what are the "usual" Virtuoso amenities at Raffles?
p.p.s Damn Raffles for choosing his username and making it hard to search for Raffles Hotel posts!
p.s. what are the "usual" Virtuoso amenities at Raffles?
p.p.s Damn Raffles for choosing his username and making it hard to search for Raffles Hotel posts!
Upgrade at time of booking, subject to availability (Courtyard Suite to Palm Court Suite)
Daily Buffet Breakfast for up to two in-room guests, in restaurant
A Raffles Remembrance Book
High Tea for two at The Tiffin Room, once during stay
Mar 26, 2009, 1:06 pm
#272
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thanks Luxetravels. i presume you cant get taipan suite for $1271. 
but getting premier central park suite for $1121 is a pretty great deal. ^
but getting premier central park suite for $1121 is a pretty great deal. ^
Mar 27, 2009, 3:08 pm
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http://www.cse.como.bz/default.asp?s...=6988&showss=1
IIRC that would make residences from ~$1600, and tirta ening ~$1800 per night double occupancy.
Until 15th June 2009, The Estate is offering up to 20% discount on select lifestyle and healing programmes.
This limited offer includes a 20% discount on Bespoke Programmes and 15% on Stress Management, Get Fit, Cleansing and Rejuvenation Programmes.
This limited offer includes a 20% discount on Bespoke Programmes and 15% on Stress Management, Get Fit, Cleansing and Rejuvenation Programmes.
Mar 27, 2009, 3:21 pm
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Mar 29, 2009, 11:32 am
#275
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2nd nt free at FS (only weekends except for houston)
westlake after discount >
$188 - DLX room
...
$448 - DLX suite
$1500 - presidential suite
mumbai after discount >
$305 - exec suite
$465 - DLX suite sea view
$1435 - premier suite
$2005 - presidential suite
houston after discount from >
$148 - moderate room
...
$283 - state suite
[ambassador suite from $2200]
toronto after discount >
$140 - moderate room
...
$300 - tower 1BR suite
[ambassador suite from $805]
westlake after discount >
$188 - DLX room
...
$448 - DLX suite
$1500 - presidential suite
mumbai after discount >
$305 - exec suite
$465 - DLX suite sea view
$1435 - premier suite
$2005 - presidential suite
houston after discount from >
$148 - moderate room
...
$283 - state suite
[ambassador suite from $2200]
toronto after discount >
$140 - moderate room
...
$300 - tower 1BR suite
[ambassador suite from $805]
Last edited by Kagehitokiri; Mar 29, 2009 at 11:47 am
Mar 31, 2009, 2:39 pm
#276
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and for something a little different
http://www.orvis.com/store/product.a...subcat_id=6752
http://www.orvis.com/intro.aspx?dir_id=958&subject=2237
50% off all-inclusive patagonia cruise (14 cabins) including excursions via onboard helicopter
after discount, per night from >
$905 single
$1445 double
http://www.orvis.com/store/product.a...subcat_id=6752
http://www.orvis.com/intro.aspx?dir_id=958&subject=2237
50% off all-inclusive patagonia cruise (14 cabins) including excursions via onboard helicopter
after discount, per night from >
$905 single
$1445 double
Last edited by Kagehitokiri; Oct 29, 2009 at 4:27 pm
Mar 31, 2009, 10:26 pm
#277
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2nd nt free at FS (only weekends except for houston)
westlake after discount >
$188 - DLX room
...
$448 - DLX suite
$1500 - presidential suite
mumbai after discount >
$305 - exec suite
$465 - DLX suite sea view
$1435 - premier suite
$2005 - presidential suite
houston after discount from >
$148 - moderate room
...
$283 - state suite
[ambassador suite from $2200]
toronto after discount >
$140 - moderate room
...
$300 - tower 1BR suite
[ambassador suite from $805]
westlake after discount >
$188 - DLX room
...
$448 - DLX suite
$1500 - presidential suite
mumbai after discount >
$305 - exec suite
$465 - DLX suite sea view
$1435 - premier suite
$2005 - presidential suite
houston after discount from >
$148 - moderate room
...
$283 - state suite
[ambassador suite from $2200]
toronto after discount >
$140 - moderate room
...
$300 - tower 1BR suite
[ambassador suite from $805]
Mar 31, 2009, 11:27 pm
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Mar 31, 2009, 11:39 pm
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Apr 1, 2009, 9:42 am
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FYI four seasons shows all rates on the hotel's site all in one place. no need to look around for promos etc.
you booked thurs/fri? good info ^ because it says >
"Valid days: Friday, Saturday or Saturday, Sunday"
whereas houston has weekday/weekend rates for this offer.
you booked thurs/fri? good info ^ because it says >
"Valid days: Friday, Saturday or Saturday, Sunday"
whereas houston has weekday/weekend rates for this offer.
Last edited by Kagehitokiri; Apr 1, 2009 at 10:09 am
Apr 5, 2009, 5:08 pm
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http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/11532687-post7.html
fairmont promo, for example >
plaza from $239 (47% off)
monte carlo from €129 (65% off)
fairmont promo, for example >
plaza from $239 (47% off)
monte carlo from €129 (65% off)
Apr 5, 2009, 5:33 pm
#282
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Good deal at the Breakers Palm Beach this summer. Reduced rates (of course). But unlimited golf/tennis and breakfast included too (cart fees probably extra). Look at the special starting 5/26 for particulars here:
http://www.thebreakers.com/special_offers/
Spa treatments are usually discounted during the summer too. Robyn
http://www.thebreakers.com/special_offers/
Spa treatments are usually discounted during the summer too. Robyn
Apr 5, 2009, 5:35 pm
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Anyone know of any deals in Venice? Thanks.
Apr 6, 2009, 6:28 pm
#284
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The T&Cs only state "Current American Express cardmembers are eligible". So looks like its open to all.
I'm thinking of going to Raffles this Aug (unfort too late for this offer). Despite the views on this board who prefer others like FS or RC, I just have to give Raffles a go, if only to tick it off the list.
I'm thinking of going to Raffles this Aug (unfort too late for this offer). Despite the views on this board who prefer others like FS or RC, I just have to give Raffles a go, if only to tick it off the list.
Wonderful service and in-room dining.
DARK rooms!
Apr 6, 2009, 6:33 pm
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I think you misunderstood what I was saying. Are there people who are having a bad time of it? Yes. No question about it. Even members of my family. There were times when we didn't have it so easy either - like when my husband and I first got out of school in the early 70's at the start of the '73-74 recession and were earning a grand total of $18,000 between the 2 of us (working more than 50 hours a week each as lawyers).
But for people who haven't been hit - or hit as badly - and - knock wood - we are in this category - this is not the time to put on the proverbial "hairshirt" - because it is "unfashionable" to spend money. Indeed - now is the time when - if you have the money - you should spend it. Whether it goes to your favorite hotel chain - or to a company that does maintenance stuff for you perhaps on a semi-annual basis - and this would be the year you would skip. For example - I usually get the guys who do our tree stuff every other year - and the guys who do our landscape maintenance every other year. This year I am doing both - because both companies are hurting and I don't want to see them laying off more people because they aren't getting business. I am also trying to find more little repair jobs for the fellow who does odd jobs around our house. And patronizing restaurants - hotels and the like. Etc.
I am retired - and live off investments. And when I look at rates of return on investments - it scares me. Just like people are scared of many other things they see in the economy these days. But as long as I haven't had my hands and feet chopped off - in a metaphorical sense - in this economy - I will continue to spend what I usually spend - perhaps a little more - to try to support the economy - and not hide in a hole. How would it help anyone if I said - I am scared and therefore I am cutting back on all discretionary spending this year? No travel for me this year - no garden work - no home repairs.
I don't think this puts me in the category of Marie Antoinette. It is one thing to be oblivious. Quite another to see what is happening - and trying one's best to help. And I am sorry - but the only way I see I can help from my perspective is to continue my normal spending patterns - or up them. To keep the people who I help to be employed stay employed. Even if my knee-jerk reaction would be to cut back - perhaps drastically (I am pretty conservative when it comes to money). Which is the worse sin - spending money one can afford to spend so people can keep jobs - or keeping the money in your pocket and people wind up losing jobs. If you have a better way of aproaching this - I'd be glad to listen. Robyn
But for people who haven't been hit - or hit as badly - and - knock wood - we are in this category - this is not the time to put on the proverbial "hairshirt" - because it is "unfashionable" to spend money. Indeed - now is the time when - if you have the money - you should spend it. Whether it goes to your favorite hotel chain - or to a company that does maintenance stuff for you perhaps on a semi-annual basis - and this would be the year you would skip. For example - I usually get the guys who do our tree stuff every other year - and the guys who do our landscape maintenance every other year. This year I am doing both - because both companies are hurting and I don't want to see them laying off more people because they aren't getting business. I am also trying to find more little repair jobs for the fellow who does odd jobs around our house. And patronizing restaurants - hotels and the like. Etc.
I am retired - and live off investments. And when I look at rates of return on investments - it scares me. Just like people are scared of many other things they see in the economy these days. But as long as I haven't had my hands and feet chopped off - in a metaphorical sense - in this economy - I will continue to spend what I usually spend - perhaps a little more - to try to support the economy - and not hide in a hole. How would it help anyone if I said - I am scared and therefore I am cutting back on all discretionary spending this year? No travel for me this year - no garden work - no home repairs.
I don't think this puts me in the category of Marie Antoinette. It is one thing to be oblivious. Quite another to see what is happening - and trying one's best to help. And I am sorry - but the only way I see I can help from my perspective is to continue my normal spending patterns - or up them. To keep the people who I help to be employed stay employed. Even if my knee-jerk reaction would be to cut back - perhaps drastically (I am pretty conservative when it comes to money). Which is the worse sin - spending money one can afford to spend so people can keep jobs - or keeping the money in your pocket and people wind up losing jobs. If you have a better way of aproaching this - I'd be glad to listen. Robyn