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IHG Rewards Club Changes

Priority Club-IHG Rewards Club Last Minute Rewards

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Last week there was news of the former Priority Club rewards program for the Holiday Inn, Intercontinental, etc. being rebranded as IHG Rewards Club. In addition, the latest round of Points Break hotels was released, offering guests the chance to snap up hotel around the world for a great rate of only 5,000 points per night.

IHG International Hotels

This week IHG alerted us that there is a new last minute reward nights program, allowing guest to get hotels for half of their traditional nightly rate.

While the list is not really impressive in the least, with only a handful of select hotel listed, for those looking to make some last minute travel plans, the list may be worth a look. All hotels listed are available for booking on April 2 for this coming weekend.

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Source: IHG Rewards Club Facebook page

Starwood Preferred Guest

Late Spring Limited Time Hotel Discounts

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For those looking for hotel stays for the later part of spring, there are several promotions that I was emailed about that you may want to consider looking into.

Starwood 30% AAA/CAA Discount

Through June 2, 2013, guests that belong to AAA/CAA can save up to 30% of rates at Starwood properties throughout North America. As an added bonus, those using the AAA/CAA rate are also entitled to additional benefits such as complimentary breakfast or parking.

Starwood Preferred Guest

However, you need to make your reservations before April 10, 2013.

Valid for Thursday-Saturday arrivals at hotels and all days of the week at resorts.

Terms and Conditions

  1. Offer is valid at participating Starwood Hotels & Resorts in North America.
  2. Rates are fully pre-paid and non-refundable
  3. Offer is valid for stays booked by April 10, 2013 and consumed by June 2, 2013.
  4. Valid for Thursday-Saturday arrivals at hotels and all days of the week at resorts.
  5. Guests must present AAA/CAA membership card at check-in to receive these rates.
  6. Book online today, call your travel professional, or call 877-782-0108 and mention Rate Plan AUTODEAL.
  7. An eligible stay is defined as one or more consecutive nights paying a qualifying rate in the same hotel regardless of the number of check-in or check-outs that occur.
  8. Rates are per room, per night, based on single/double occupancy and availability at time of reservation and do not include additional per room, per night charges that may be imposed or state/local taxes.
  9. A limited number of rooms may be available at these rates.
  10. Blackout dates and other restrictions may apply.
  11. Offer not applicable to groups.
  12. Not to be combined with other offers or promotions and subject to change.
  13. Not responsible for omissions or typographical errors.
  14. Void where prohibited by law.
  15. Starwood reserves the right to discontinue this offer at any time.
  16. Starpoints, SPG, Starwood Preferred Guest, Sheraton, Four Points, W, Aloft, Le Meridien, The Luxury Collection, Element, Westin, St. Regis and their respective logos are the trademarks of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., or its affiliates.

Park Inn 30% Off

While there are not a lot of Park Inn hotels located in the United States, or even around the world for that matter, if you are headed to one of their destinations, you may want to consider their latest sale. Save 30% at Park Inn on select dates between April 9, 2013 and June 29, 2013.

United States

Park Inn Toledo, OH
Offer available: April 14 – June 26
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Park Inn by Radisson, Sharon, PA
Offer available: April 21 – May 05, May 19 – 25, June 02 – 06, 09 – 20, 23 – 29
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Park Inn Harrisburg West, PA
Offer available: April 19 – 20, – 26 – 27, May 19 – 23, May 26 – June 01, June 16 – 29
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Park Inn by Radisson, Houston North, TX
Offer available: April 21 – May 02, May 10 – June 29
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Park Inn by Radisson, Dallas-Love Field, TX
Offer available: April 21 – June 29
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Park Inn Sault Sainte Marie, MI
Offer available: April 19 – 25, April 28 – May 02, May 05 – 09, May 12 – June 27
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Park Inn by Radisson Fresno, CA
Offer available: April 26 – June 29
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Park Inn by Radisson Hotel & Water Park, Albuquerque, NM
Offer available: April 19 – 25, April 28 – June 29
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Park Inn by Radisson Covina
Offer available: April 19 – June 29
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Philippines:

Park Inn by Radisson Davao
Offer available: April 19 – June 29
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India:

Park Inn Jaipur Jai Singh Highway
Offer available: April 19 – June 29
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Park Inn, Gurgaon
Offer available: April 19 – June 29
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Phoenix Park Inn Resort
Offer available: April 19 – June 29
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Terms and Conditions:

  • The 30% Discount Offer (“Promotion”) is available for new reservations made between March 27, 2013 and April 09, 2013 (based on local hotel time) for Eligible Stays at select Radisson Blu, Radisson®, Park Plaza® , Park in by Radisson® , and Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM hotels in the Americas and Asia Pacific (“Participating Properties”).
  • An Eligible Stay is defined as a booking at a Participating Property during the specific stay dates indicated for the Participating Property and for which the consumer specifically requested the 30% Offer at the time of the reservation.
  • Guest who books and completes an Eligible Stay will receive 30% off the Best Available Rate on standard rooms for each night of the Eligible Stay. Excludes taxes (except as otherwise indicated) and other incidental charges (such as resort fees, room service and room entertainment).
  • Rates for each night may vary and extra person charges may apply if exceeding double occupancy.
  • Promotion is not valid for existing reservations and may not be used in conjunction with any other package, promotion, group or convention rate, or any other discounted rate.
  • Participating Properties are subject to change without notice.
  • Promotion is subject to availability and the number of rooms available may be limited and will vary by Participating Property. Blackout dates may apply.
  • We reserve the right to add, modify or discontinue these terms and conditions or the Promotion with or without notice.
  • Void where prohibited by law.
  • By participating in this Promotion, you agree and consent to these terms and conditions.

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Source: Starwood email

120610 Big Thunder Ranch Barbeque (3)

The Big Thunder Ranch Barbeque That Almost Never Was

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After a long day on the trail, your fellow cowboys and you are bound to be looking for a good meal. One option is always to boil a can of beans over the open flame. However, if you get anywhere near Big Thunder Ranch, be sure to stop for the BBQ before heading back onto the trail.

120610 Big Thunder Ranch Barbeque (1)

Our two strapping young lads, the Misses and I had just returned from a wild trip on the frontier, which included chasing after a rabbit, being captured by the Indians along with the Lost Boys club, and even riding our ponies through some treacherous terrain. After such an eventful day, it is bound to create some rumbly-in-the-tumbly effects.

120610 Big Thunder Ranch Barbeque (2)

Fortunately, there is a great All-American Round-up going on over at the Big Thunder Ranch. Our family debated about whether following through with our pre-arranged dining reservation at the ranch, but if there is one thing I have learned about our adventures out on the trails, it is never to pass up a great meal.

After being seated in a communal setting at covered picnic tables, our cowgirl served us up some ice-cold beverages from the river, and started to prepare us for the fixin’s.

120610 Big Thunder Ranch Barbeque (3)

On the menu were fresh off the prairie barbeque ribs and chicken, along with smoked sausage, corn cob wheels, cole slaw, cornbread, and ranch beans. This meal was no canned pork and beans, but premium cuts of meat and the freshest vegetables this side of the Mississippi. Yee-haw!

You mean not only do I get some fresh grub, but I also get entertainment? Who would ever want to leave this magical place?

However, sadly with bellies full, we were back onto the trail before nightfall to find a place to setup camp for the nightly shooting star show. With any luck, we might just get to see a flying fairy!

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Source: InACents