How often are properties much more on MMs than direct
Dec 22, 2024 | 7:36 am
#1
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How often are properties much more on MMs than direct
I was looking at Chable Yucatan, 2510$ in Feb for family villa vs. 2000$ direct on the site. On Kisawa Sanctuary its 28k€ for 4 nights in Feb vs. 23k€ direct on site for the one bedroom.
Was looking forward to grabbing lifetime globalist through iconic properties but the price just dont work.
Was looking forward to grabbing lifetime globalist through iconic properties but the price just dont work.
Dec 22, 2024 | 8:31 am
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I haven't looked at all 900+ properties, but I've seen numerous examples where the property is most expensive booking via Hyatt, somewhat less booking through M&MS, and least expensive booking direct. You're paying for the WoH nights and points, and the perks offered through M&MS. You need to decide if those are worth the added cost ...
Dec 25, 2024 | 2:43 am
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I haven't looked at all 900+ properties, but I've seen numerous examples where the property is most expensive booking via Hyatt, somewhat less booking through M&MS, and least expensive booking direct. You're paying for the WoH nights and points, and the perks offered through M&MS. You need to decide if those are worth the added cost ...
Normally, you're paying for the nights, points, and benefits by throwing the chain and its participating hotels incremental business. Room rates shouldn't be higher, though. For its non-MMS hotels, Hyatt even has a BRG (which isn't just for show; I still get claims accepted every now and then).