Platinum Upgrade Successes 2009
Jan 1, 2009, 2:21 pm
#1
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Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: manhattan beach, ca , usa
Programs: UA 1P; SPG Plat;
Posts: 981
Platinum Upgrade Successes 2009
12/26- 4 Points Sheraton LAX- upgrade from standard room to jr. suite.
12/30- ditto.
Re-qualified for Platinum in 2009 with the last stay!
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12/30- ditto.
Re-qualified for Platinum in 2009 with the last stay!
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Last edited by SanDiego1K; May 2, 2010 at 11:57 pm
Jan 2, 2009, 8:23 am
#2
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: PBI
Programs: DL 2.8 MM/PM, AA MM/GLD, Marriott LT Platinum, Hilton Gold
Posts: 1,746
Resort at Singer Island-12/31
Booked Intracoastal view room @ Florida Resident rate (approx. $80 below the internet pre-paid rate).
Was surprised and very pleased to be upgraded two categories to a full oceanfront suite, since this property's participation in the SPG program does not include room upgrades (because all rooms are already suites.)
Also received a beautiful fruit platter in the room upon arrival.
Booked Intracoastal view room @ Florida Resident rate (approx. $80 below the internet pre-paid rate).
Was surprised and very pleased to be upgraded two categories to a full oceanfront suite, since this property's participation in the SPG program does not include room upgrades (because all rooms are already suites.)
Also received a beautiful fruit platter in the room upon arrival.
Last edited by pbjag; Jan 2, 2009 at 1:20 pm
Jan 2, 2009, 8:57 am
#3
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Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: A festering pit; a pustule of a fistula set athwart the miasmic swamps of the armpit of the Gulf of Mexico - a Godforsaken wart upon a dark crevasse of the World. (IAH)
Programs: UA Lifetime Gold, BA Silver, Marriott Lifetime Plat, Hilton Gold, Accor Gold
Posts: 31,403
Sheraton Burlington - Upgraded to Club Floor
W Montreal - Upgraded to Fantastic Suite
Four Points Levis Convention Center (Quebec City) - Upgraded to Executive Suite
W Montreal - Upgraded to Fantastic Suite
Four Points Levis Convention Center (Quebec City) - Upgraded to Executive Suite
Jan 2, 2009, 10:12 am
#4
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Join Date: Jun 2001
Location: DCA or IAD (originally DUB)
Programs: UA 1K 1.8MM, Hertz PC, Marriott Platinum/Lifetime Gold
Posts: 7,657
Sheraton Athlone (Ireland)
Booked classic non-smoking room with king-size bed
No upgrade
. Got the same room I reserved. No offer of platinum benefit either.
UPDATE: On checkout, receptionist apologised (without me saying anything) for lack of plat benefit, also for no upgrade and no water or robes in room ... she said the manager had approved nearly 40% off my bill to make up for all that. An excellent outcome in my book.
Booked classic non-smoking room with king-size bed
No upgrade
. Got the same room I reserved. No offer of platinum benefit either.UPDATE: On checkout, receptionist apologised (without me saying anything) for lack of plat benefit, also for no upgrade and no water or robes in room ... she said the manager had approved nearly 40% off my bill to make up for all that. An excellent outcome in my book.
Last edited by UAPremExecflyer; Jan 4, 2009 at 7:52 am Reason: Added update
Jan 4, 2009, 1:59 pm
#5
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Florida, the crazy folks state.
Programs: Marriott Titanium Marriott Platinum for life.
Posts: 16,974
Sheraton Atlanta on Courtland. Bi-level Pesidential Suite!
Jan 5, 2009, 5:36 am
#6
Join Date: Dec 2008
Programs: M&M FQT, BA G, Bonvoy LTT, WoH GLOB
Posts: 960
I couldn't agree more. The lounge in Frankfurt is by far the most impressive I have come across...it is almost like being on full board, with a fully stocked bar. On dozens of stays I've never been upgraded to a Towers room, but Club room on most stays (which is a SPG room plus water and chocolate...), and once or twice a Jr suite. The service is great, and the staff is very friendly.
Jan 5, 2009, 6:48 am
#7
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: DUB/ORD/SIN/PVG
Programs: EI AerClub Concierge, EK Gold, BA Gold, BD Gold (Retired), HHonors Diamond, Bonvoy Lifetime Gold
Posts: 2,923
Sheraton Athlone (Ireland)
Booked classic non-smoking room with king-size bed
No upgrade. Got the same room I reserved. No offer of platinum benefit either.
UPDATE: On checkout, receptionist apologised (without me saying anything) for lack of plat benefit, also for no upgrade and no water or robes in room ... she said the manager had approved nearly 40% off my bill to make up for all that. An excellent outcome in my book.
Booked classic non-smoking room with king-size bed
No upgrade
. Got the same room I reserved. No offer of platinum benefit either.UPDATE: On checkout, receptionist apologised (without me saying anything) for lack of plat benefit, also for no upgrade and no water or robes in room ... she said the manager had approved nearly 40% off my bill to make up for all that. An excellent outcome in my book.
If not then I wonder if someone picked up on your post here.... Local SPG staff have a track record of active participation here on FT. Check out the Fota Island master thread. ^
Jan 5, 2009, 6:50 am
#8
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: DUB/ORD/SIN/PVG
Programs: EI AerClub Concierge, EK Gold, BA Gold, BD Gold (Retired), HHonors Diamond, Bonvoy Lifetime Gold
Posts: 2,923
Le Meridien Piccadilly
Upgrade from classic room to Exec suite on stay just before Christmas.
Not sure whether it is because I have stayed at this property on more than half a dozen occasions in 2008 but I am 100% for Exec suite upgrades on last 4 stays. ^
Not sure whether it is because I have stayed at this property on more than half a dozen occasions in 2008 but I am 100% for Exec suite upgrades on last 4 stays. ^
Jan 5, 2009, 10:40 am
#9
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Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: LAX/TPE
Programs: United 1K, JAL Sapphire, SPG Lifetime Platinum, National Executive Elite, Hertz PC, Avis PC
Posts: 42,171
Westin LAX Airport. Upgraded to Terrace Suite before arrival, asked about amenity during check-in, but boy is this hotel looking tired and sorry. Time for an overhaul!
The 'work in progress' posters are on the same elevators and elevator panels as the last time I was here, a few months ago....so I guess that means no progress.
The 'work in progress' posters are on the same elevators and elevator panels as the last time I was here, a few months ago....so I guess that means no progress.
Jan 5, 2009, 11:08 am
#10
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Paris, FRANCE
Programs: HH Nobody, AF FB Platinum, SIXT Diamond, Hertz PC, Bonvoy Ambassador
Posts: 305
Le Méridien San Francisco
Last week, I got a 2 nights paid stay at this property on a discounted website rate. I was upgraded to a very nice studio suite with a nice view.
Very nice property and very great staff on my opinion.
Very nice property and very great staff on my opinion.
Jan 5, 2009, 11:46 am
#11
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: NYC
Programs: Delta DM, SPG Plat, Hyatt Diamond, MTA Rust, Hertz Five Star something or other
Posts: 2,858
Westin Diplomat
2 C+P rooms on a peak Saturday..
1 Diplomat Suite
1 Deluxe ocean view
Also got early check in and a great plat amenity that I couldn't refuse- 4 Heinekins, chips and fresh salsa. Nice way to start off a vacation
1 Diplomat Suite
1 Deluxe ocean view
Also got early check in and a great plat amenity that I couldn't refuse- 4 Heinekins, chips and fresh salsa. Nice way to start off a vacation
Jan 5, 2009, 11:59 am
#12
Join Date: Jan 2005
Programs: WOH (G)lobotimized, SPG Tarnished Gold
Posts: 498
Jan 5, 2009, 12:30 pm
#13
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: NYC
Programs: Delta DM, SPG Plat, Hyatt Diamond, MTA Rust, Hertz Five Star something or other
Posts: 2,858
Jan 7, 2009, 2:31 am
#14
Join Date: May 2001
Location: Oz via Canada
Programs: QF WP, SPG Plat again and non elite member of many
Posts: 86
Westin San Diego - Emerald Plaza
Stayed at the Westin Emerald Plaza as this was definitely the least expensive Starwood property in downtown San Diego. Despite paying a very low rate for the 'traditional room', was upgraded to a suite ^. I was leery after reading fairly low reviews, but the suite with the great bay views was definitely a plus. Very accomodating staff and very quiet (complaints about soundproofing in previous San Diego thread).
TravelTil
TravelTil
Jan 7, 2009, 5:41 am
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Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Utrecht, the Netherlands
Programs: Marriott LTP, Hilton Gold, ITA Elite+, Cathay S, Singapore S, Hertz PC, Avis PC
Posts: 3,147
Westin Rotterdam
just returned from the Westin Rotterdam. Paid for a superior room, and received a Jr. Suite next to the club lounge
Great way to start of my newly gained Platinum membership
Great way to start of my newly gained Platinum membership