DealAddict

Received all confirmations... problem is one of my accounts isn't Platinum, so can only book 30 days in advance, which is annoying.

mster

Got 15 packages across 2 accounts. Sooo close to the max. All confirmation emails received immediately.

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mster

Anyone can book "international" 60 days in advance IIRC. The "domestic" 30 days in advance cap is limited to account holder country of residence.

1flyer

Not a great deal. In its latest flash sale in late March, IHG/points.com offered a better rate of 0.5 cpp. You could buy between 52,000 and 120,000 points at that rate (e.g., 52,000 points for $260, 120,000 points for $600).

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I mean, as an IHG elite, I typically get at least 15% of the cash rate back (through regular points + elite bonus + Accelerate + cashback). Factoring in the money you get back when booking cash, to break even on a points purchase at 0.6 cpp requires a cash rate of:

$142 when the reward night costs 20k points.
$247 when the reward night costs 35k points.
$424 when the reward night costs 60k points.
$494 when the reward night costs 70k points.

You certainly see cash rates higher than these critical values on occasion. But if you ask me, not nearly often enough such that I would be several 100k points at a rate as high as 0.6 cpp during today's daily getaway. Especially when factoring in you get 0% interest on any IHG points you hold (and there's even a risk of points devaluation).

gkbiiii

2 Nights of Classic
Las Vegas at Bally’s
$315

What you Receive: Two (2) nights accommodations in a newly renovated Jubilee King Room at Bally’s Las Vegas, tickets to any Caesars Entertainment show, two (2) Buffet of Buffets passes, in-room Champagne and round-trip limousine transportation between airport and hotel.

Dates of Travel: Travel must be completed by July 1, 2019. See below for details.

Max Quantity per Purchase: One (1).For nearly 30 years, Bally’s has been the pulsating soul of a neon city that refuses to sleep. With its unwavering service, comprehensive dining and signature style this jewel of the Las Vegas Strip has attracted high-rollers from around the world. See for yourself why Bally’s embodies the spirit of classic Las Vegas.

• Accommodations for two (2) consecutive nights in a Jubilee King Room at Bally’s Las Vegas (double occupancy).
• Gourmet dinner for two (2) at your choice of restaurant at Bally’s (maximum value of $150). Must be a Caesars Entertainment owned restaurant.
• Two (2) Buffet of Buffets passes, giving you unlimited access to six of the most spectacular buffets in the city for a 24-hour period. Upgrade restrictions apply. May only be used once during stay.
• Bottle of Champagne delivered to your room.
• Two (2) tickets to the show of your choice at any of Caesars Entertainment’s Las Vegas properties (based on availability; some restrictions apply).
• Round-trip limousine transportation between McCarran International Airport and Bally’s Las Vegas.
• Travel must be completed by July 1, 2019, and must be booked at least 30 days in advance of desired scheduled arrival date. Blackout dates apply.

Is the $150 Bally's dinner still part of the package, as it is not mentioned above, but is mentioned below?
Also, is their a "Caesars Entertainment owned restaurant", at Bally's? I thought the BK steakhouse, was part of a chain?

pinniped

I'm assuming here that Bally's is owned by Caesar's, which would likely mean that at least some of the restaurants in the hotel are fair game. Seems like most of the casinos have a few restaurants that are clearly in-house (room charge, etc.) and then one or two that are an outside chain or celebrity chef type of place.

Unlimited food for 24 hours plus a nice dinner on the day you don't have the buffets...seems like an alright deal, even if a couple restaurants are off limits.

The Bally's site probably lists them. It might be obvious which are and which aren't, and I suppose you could phone them to ask if you were serious about buying this package.

gkbiiii

Last years offering did come with both, the buffet pass & the $150 dining credit. Bally's does not have much on offer: no more buffet, and only a non-CET steakhouse (they closed Bally's Steakhouse) and a Thai place.

https://www.caesars.com/ballys-las-vegas/restaurants

1flyer

That doesn't necessarily imply it doesn't belong to Caesars (most chains do franchising).

pinniped

I might be the one person on this planet who could crush $150 worth of Thai food in a 24-hour period. I love Thai...the hotter the better!

miadukes

Did anyone pick up the IHG? I didn't but they seemed to be plenty available at live time

eknock007

And they will still be there in 5 weeks when the Daily Getaways ends,

miadukes

Just like last year! LOL

DealAddict

Why would anyone want to buy IHG packages, they are poor value

rbAA

Well, sometimes the Cash+points comes out at a higher cost, plus if you have a need (i.e. an extended IC stay or other high cost hotel stay with reasonable points redemption cost) it can make sense. HK was a good use of points prior to the massive devaluation (70k for ICHK etc.) It is getting harder to justify spending for the points.

cblaisd

How long does it typically take IHG points purchases to hit your IHG account?