Are bloggers ruining Flyertalk????
May 14, 2012, 9:22 pm
#483
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May 14, 2012, 11:43 pm
#484
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I also don't really understand the obsession that some bloggers have with hotel rooms. My view is that if you're doing much more than sleeping and showering in your hotel room, you're missing the point of the vacation. I expect a certain level of cleanliness, but that's about it.
Also, I wish people (not you!) would learn how to use the quote feature and not try to edit quotes then mess it up. Happened several times the past few pages. Makes it REALLY hard to read!
May 15, 2012, 3:53 am
#485
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i agree it is over-blogged, but there is real cash value to be had out of it for some people, myself included
May 15, 2012, 3:53 am
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If all you expect from a hotel room is cleanliness, I suspect you've never examined the sheets with a blacklight.
May 15, 2012, 11:48 am
#487
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No, but I've stayed at a number of places where the sheets and towels were getting so heavily bleached at every wash that they still stunk of bleach when I used them. Clean is expected, but I consider that overkill.
May 15, 2012, 1:43 pm
#488
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http://thepointsguy.com/2012/05/tues...+Points+Guy%29
show me a single post on FlyerTalk or any forum for that matter that can provide me the same information as that linked above?
it is my job to obviously dig deeper if I want more information, and FLyerTalk is the place to go for that, but for a quick summation of the above topic, how can anyone say Bloggers ruin FlyerTalk?
show me a single post on FlyerTalk or any forum for that matter that can provide me the same information as that linked above?
it is my job to obviously dig deeper if I want more information, and FLyerTalk is the place to go for that, but for a quick summation of the above topic, how can anyone say Bloggers ruin FlyerTalk?
May 15, 2012, 2:12 pm
#489
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More seriously, an article such as the one you link to is of little use if it contains numerous errors. Unfortunately, even after corrections the author made to some IC redemption rates following a reader comment, there's still quite a lot wrong. Two examples: nonsense about Hilton Point Stretchers and the ludicrous claim that PC PointBreaks availability is based on a "rotating list" -- the implication being that if you wait long enough you'll be able to stay at top Intercontinentals in Paris or Polynesia for $30 a night. In both cases, FTers know better.
May 15, 2012, 3:31 pm
#490
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My very 1ST post in any forum since 1999, other than the obligatory and ubiquitous facebook page and this is the ideal thread to take that step as I believe I can provide a different perspective to this debate.
Until 2 weeks ago, I had never heard of FlyerTalk or any blog dedicated to travel. Point in fact, if I stumbled onto any Blog by following a link from some story and I was greeted with animated versions of credit cards, saying " Me.., Pick Me...", I would simply close the tab and never return.
Wow, My intro to this post was written just a few days ago but due to other commitments I was unable to complete my thoughts and post. Since then, the tone of this thread has morphed to the point the title has nothing to do with the trend of the conversation. THIS IS WHAT’S WRONG WITH FLYERTALK
It has nothing to do with bloggers.. it has all to do with FTers. The sad part is that this attitude is only ubiquitous in "FD" (and yes, I know what FD is and how to work it) and “How can I abuse the system to get my CC spends up” threads. How petty as, FT is so much more. Has everyone forgotten what Randy’s original vision was? Does anybody know who Randy is?
What a shame and this thread held such promise at the beginning. So, yes, add my voice to those to say "close it". Never came close to 5 pages, did it?
Until 2 weeks ago, I had never heard of FlyerTalk or any blog dedicated to travel. Point in fact, if I stumbled onto any Blog by following a link from some story and I was greeted with animated versions of credit cards, saying " Me.., Pick Me...", I would simply close the tab and never return.
Wow, My intro to this post was written just a few days ago but due to other commitments I was unable to complete my thoughts and post. Since then, the tone of this thread has morphed to the point the title has nothing to do with the trend of the conversation. THIS IS WHAT’S WRONG WITH FLYERTALK
It has nothing to do with bloggers.. it has all to do with FTers. The sad part is that this attitude is only ubiquitous in "FD" (and yes, I know what FD is and how to work it) and “How can I abuse the system to get my CC spends up” threads. How petty as, FT is so much more. Has everyone forgotten what Randy’s original vision was? Does anybody know who Randy is?
What a shame and this thread held such promise at the beginning. So, yes, add my voice to those to say "close it". Never came close to 5 pages, did it?
May 15, 2012, 3:37 pm
#491
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No one would or should expect that particular blog post to be repeated here on FT. Or do you think FT should be ruining the blogs?
More seriously, an article such as the one you link to is of little use if it contains numerous errors. Unfortunately, even after corrections the author made to some IC redemption rates following a reader comment, there's still quite a lot wrong. Two examples: nonsense about Hilton Point Stretchers and the ludicrous claim that PC PointBreaks availability is based on a "rotating list" -- the implication being that if you wait long enough you'll be able to stay at top Intercontinentals in Paris or Polynesia for $30 a night. In both cases, FTers know better.
More seriously, an article such as the one you link to is of little use if it contains numerous errors. Unfortunately, even after corrections the author made to some IC redemption rates following a reader comment, there's still quite a lot wrong. Two examples: nonsense about Hilton Point Stretchers and the ludicrous claim that PC PointBreaks availability is based on a "rotating list" -- the implication being that if you wait long enough you'll be able to stay at top Intercontinentals in Paris or Polynesia for $30 a night. In both cases, FTers know better.
May 15, 2012, 3:38 pm
#492
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Also, if you're concerned about the cleanliness of the sheets, then you must be very worried about all of the couches and chairs if you do get upgraded to a suite. I doubt those are getting cleaned on a daily basis.
May 15, 2012, 4:05 pm
#493
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http://thepointsguy.com/2012/05/tues...+Points+Guy%29
show me a single post on FlyerTalk or any forum for that matter that can provide me the same information as that linked above?
it is my job to obviously dig deeper if I want more information, and FLyerTalk is the place to go for that, but for a quick summation of the above topic, how can anyone say Bloggers ruin FlyerTalk?
show me a single post on FlyerTalk or any forum for that matter that can provide me the same information as that linked above?
it is my job to obviously dig deeper if I want more information, and FLyerTalk is the place to go for that, but for a quick summation of the above topic, how can anyone say Bloggers ruin FlyerTalk?
considering the Hilton axon is my favorite hotel redemption, I would say he skipped over some good options. 4 nights cat 7 for 145,000 points is great deal for times square or French Polynesia which I have redeemed both. Requires any amex I believe not Hilton amex as tpg seems to believe in comments.
May 15, 2012, 6:11 pm
#494
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considering the Hilton axon is my favorite hotel redemption, I would say he skipped over some good options. 4 nights cat 7 for 145,000 points is great deal for times square or French Polynesia which I have redeemed both. Requires any amex I believe not Hilton amex as tpg seems to believe in comments.
And while it is a very good hotel redemption, since Axon requires a Hilton Amex that does limit it's appeal somewhat. We'll call that one a draw.
I would very much like to join one of those and share/learn about smaller scale deals/ideas.