Problem Redeeming At Ritz...
Nov 14, 2006 | 8:21 pm
#1
Original Poster
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 1
Problem Redeeming At Ritz...
Folks, I'm a multi-year platinum member but attempting to book my first award at the Ritz Carlton (St. Thomas)...
Was suprised to learn after talking to platinum reservations that no award rooms were available 6+ months out. After several phone calls finally ended up talking to RC central reservations. Was informed by the agent that each Ritz property can decide which rooms, if any, to release at any given time. Essentially, all dates are "blacked out" by default. Now I have to wait for them to offer up something (was told maybe next year they might get around to it?)
Any suggestions or similar experiences?
Thanks
Was suprised to learn after talking to platinum reservations that no award rooms were available 6+ months out. After several phone calls finally ended up talking to RC central reservations. Was informed by the agent that each Ritz property can decide which rooms, if any, to release at any given time. Essentially, all dates are "blacked out" by default. Now I have to wait for them to offer up something (was told maybe next year they might get around to it?)
Any suggestions or similar experiences?
Thanks
Nov 16, 2006 | 2:16 pm
#2
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Chicago, IL
Programs: Marriott Platinum Premier, AAdvantage Platinum, Avis First
Posts: 71
Its harder to get into the Ritz Hotels, but it can be done; I have Ritz Jamaica booked for 7 days in December. I have been to St Thomas, and I don't think we gain a lot b going to the Ritz.