Internation Points
Apr 12, 1999 | 2:05 pm
#1
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Internation Points
What has been your experience on miles posting from international hotels? Mine posted within 12 days and noticed that there was a difference between the rate I was changed (in dollars) on my credit card and the rate Marriott used -- a difference of about $50 or (with bonus) 700 points. Not that it is a big deal, but was wondering what people thought of this.
--Jim
--Jim
Apr 12, 1999 | 2:30 pm
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I also find that when I stay outside the US, there is a slight difference in the amount charged in relation to points credited. Usually a small amount, so therefore no sweat. I have had mixed results in posting these points though. I usually end up faxing the hotel bill atleast three times.
Apr 12, 1999 | 4:55 pm
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you don't get points on the tax- and tips-part of the bill. And internationally those tax/tips are often included in the rate, but deducted for the points-calculation.
So Jimboliguy: in your recent Marriott Zurich bill there was a 4% value added tax and 15% tips automatically included (but deducted for the points-calculation).
[This message has been edited by Rudi (edited 04-12-99).]
So Jimboliguy: in your recent Marriott Zurich bill there was a 4% value added tax and 15% tips automatically included (but deducted for the points-calculation).
[This message has been edited by Rudi (edited 04-12-99).]