Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem? Mike KB2GHZ
On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote:
Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem? Mike KB2GHZ
Did you use the correct link / reservation code?
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
Group code is "RAS".
I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to view a room at $150/night.
--- Zach N0ZGO
Yep I used group code "RAS" It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other available rooms and rates below.
Mike On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote:
Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem? Mike KB2GHZ
Did you use the correct link / reservation code?
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
Group code is "RAS".
I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to view a room at $150/night.
--- Zach N0ZGO _______________________________________________ Sent via [email protected]. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: https://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
I had the same issue for last year’s symposium in Huntsville. I needed up just staying across the street from the host hotel and, by doing so, saved about $100 and in a newer property with better amenities. It’s not just a problem with AMSAT events, I travel frequently to many events where I have to self-book and almost 50% of the time the ‘special’ codes don’t work. I would just give the hotel a call or look for less expensive options within a reasonable distance. Best of luck and 73!
Jeff WE4B
On Aug 11, 2019, at 4:41 PM, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
Yep I used group code "RAS" It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other available rooms and rates below.
Mike On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote:
Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem? Mike KB2GHZ
Did you use the correct link / reservation code?
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
Group code is "RAS".
I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to view a room at $150/night.
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I always do the same checking around myself and sometimes find a better deal. The AMSAT group rate at the Hilton is $149. Except for the B&B's (Bed and Bugs) I can't imagine a much cheaper rate in the DC area for a decent hotel.
Cheers, Frank
FRANK KARNAUSKAS, N1UW
-----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Jeff Johns via AMSAT-BB Sent: Sunday, August 11, 2019 4:55 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
I had the same issue for last year’s symposium in Huntsville. I needed up just staying across the street from the host hotel and, by doing so, saved about $100 and in a newer property with better amenities. It’s not just a problem with AMSAT events, I travel frequently to many events where I have to self-book and almost 50% of the time the ‘special’ codes don’t work. I would just give the hotel a call or look for less expensive options within a reasonable distance. Best of luck and 73!
Jeff WE4B
On Aug 11, 2019, at 4:41 PM, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
Yep I used group code "RAS" It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other available rooms and rates below.
Mike On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote:
Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem? Mike KB2GHZ
Did you use the correct link / reservation code?
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
Group code is "RAS".
I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to view a room at $150/night.
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The hotel has had all kinds of problems with this. I initially managed to get Wed-Sun nites at the rate, but not the 15th so I could go to the start of the board meeting. Martha has been in contact with them and I got the rate for the 15th. But that was last Weds.
I do suggest calling them directly at the hotel, not the central reservation line. Push to talk to the group person if the first person can't help. If that does not work, check with Martha (I hate to say that since she is probably flooded with these kinds of calls!) It's possible the block is sold out, but given the trouble, I'd be surprised. BTW, do not take the prepaid rate (which is about double the AMSAT rate, but is the next cheapest thing) until all other avenues are covered. Getting out of that is REALLY difficult.
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 5:57 PM Jeff Johns via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
I had the same issue for last year’s symposium in Huntsville. I needed up just staying across the street from the host hotel and, by doing so, saved about $100 and in a newer property with better amenities. It’s not just a problem with AMSAT events, I travel frequently to many events where I have to self-book and almost 50% of the time the ‘special’ codes don’t work. I would just give the hotel a call or look for less expensive options within a reasonable distance. Best of luck and 73!
Jeff WE4B
On Aug 11, 2019, at 4:41 PM, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB <
[email protected]> wrote:
Yep I used group code "RAS" It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other
available rooms and rates below.
Mike On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger via
AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote:
Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the
AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem?
Mike KB2GHZ
Did you use the correct link / reservation code?
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
Group code is "RAS".
I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to view a room at $150/night.
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Yes, please don't flood Martha with phone calls just yet. She is well aware of the problem and diligently working on it.
An update will be posted when we have news. I look forward to meeting everyone there...one way or the other. :-)
Cheers, Frank
FRANK KARNAUSKAS, N1UW
-----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Burns Fisher via AMSAT-BB Sent: Sunday, August 11, 2019 5:36 PM To: Mike McCann Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The hotel has had all kinds of problems with this. I initially managed to get Wed-Sun nites at the rate, but not the 15th so I could go to the start of the board meeting. Martha has been in contact with them and I got the rate for the 15th. But that was last Weds.
I do suggest calling them directly at the hotel, not the central reservation line. Push to talk to the group person if the first person can't help. If that does not work, check with Martha (I hate to say that since she is probably flooded with these kinds of calls!) It's possible the block is sold out, but given the trouble, I'd be surprised. BTW, do not take the prepaid rate (which is about double the AMSAT rate, but is the next cheapest thing) until all other avenues are covered. Getting out of that is REALLY difficult.
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 5:57 PM Jeff Johns via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
I had the same issue for last year’s symposium in Huntsville. I needed up just staying across the street from the host hotel and, by doing so, saved about $100 and in a newer property with better amenities. It’s not just a problem with AMSAT events, I travel frequently to many events where I have to self-book and almost 50% of the time the ‘special’ codes don’t work. I would just give the hotel a call or look for less expensive options within a reasonable distance. Best of luck and 73!
Jeff WE4B
On Aug 11, 2019, at 4:41 PM, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB <
[email protected]> wrote:
Yep I used group code "RAS" It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other
available rooms and rates below.
Mike On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger via
AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote:
Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the
AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem?
Mike KB2GHZ
Did you use the correct link / reservation code?
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
Group code is "RAS".
I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to view a room at $150/night.
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The best way to register is to call the hotel directly. If you still have problems, ask for Maria, the Sales Manager
73- Martha
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 7:25 PM Frank Karnauskas via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
Yes, please don't flood Martha with phone calls just yet. She is well aware of the problem and diligently working on it.
An update will be posted when we have news. I look forward to meeting everyone there...one way or the other. :-)
Cheers, Frank
FRANK KARNAUSKAS, N1UW
-----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Burns Fisher via AMSAT-BB Sent: Sunday, August 11, 2019 5:36 PM To: Mike McCann Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The hotel has had all kinds of problems with this. I initially managed to get Wed-Sun nites at the rate, but not the 15th so I could go to the start of the board meeting. Martha has been in contact with them and I got the rate for the 15th. But that was last Weds.
I do suggest calling them directly at the hotel, not the central reservation line. Push to talk to the group person if the first person can't help. If that does not work, check with Martha (I hate to say that since she is probably flooded with these kinds of calls!) It's possible the block is sold out, but given the trouble, I'd be surprised. BTW, do not take the prepaid rate (which is about double the AMSAT rate, but is the next cheapest thing) until all other avenues are covered. Getting out of that is REALLY difficult.
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 5:57 PM Jeff Johns via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
I had the same issue for last year’s symposium in Huntsville. I needed up just staying across the street from the host hotel and, by doing so,
saved
about $100 and in a newer property with better amenities. It’s not just a problem with AMSAT events, I travel frequently to many events where I
have
to self-book and almost 50% of the time the ‘special’ codes don’t work. I would just give the hotel a call or look for less expensive options
within
a reasonable distance. Best of luck and 73!
Jeff WE4B
On Aug 11, 2019, at 4:41 PM, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB <
[email protected]> wrote:
Yep I used group code "RAS" It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other
available rooms and rates below.
Mike On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger via
AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote:
Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the
AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem?
Mike KB2GHZ
Did you use the correct link / reservation code?
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
Group code is "RAS".
I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to view a room at $150/night.
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I just finished booking my symposium room using the online chat function with a Hilton customer service rep.
The AMSAT rate is only good through Saturday night. If you plan to stay Sunday night, you'll have to book that night separately (at a much higher rate).
The CS rep said the AMSAT block of rooms was filling up quickly.
Glenn AA5PK
-----Original Message----- From: Martha via AMSAT-BB Sent: Monday, August 12, 2019 10:05 AM To: Frank Karnauskas, N1UW Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The best way to register is to call the hotel directly. If you still have problems, ask for Maria, the Sales Manager
73- Martha
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 7:25 PM Frank Karnauskas via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
Yes, please don't flood Martha with phone calls just yet. She is well aware of the problem and diligently working on it.
An update will be posted when we have news. I look forward to meeting everyone there...one way or the other. :-)
Cheers, Frank
FRANK KARNAUSKAS, N1UW
-----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Burns Fisher via AMSAT-BB Sent: Sunday, August 11, 2019 5:36 PM To: Mike McCann Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The hotel has had all kinds of problems with this. I initially managed to get Wed-Sun nites at the rate, but not the 15th so I could go to the start of the board meeting. Martha has been in contact with them and I got the rate for the 15th. But that was last Weds.
I do suggest calling them directly at the hotel, not the central reservation line. Push to talk to the group person if the first person can't help. If that does not work, check with Martha (I hate to say that since she is probably flooded with these kinds of calls!) It's possible the block is sold out, but given the trouble, I'd be surprised. BTW, do not take the prepaid rate (which is about double the AMSAT rate, but is the next cheapest thing) until all other avenues are covered. Getting out of that is REALLY difficult.
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 5:57 PM Jeff Johns via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
I had the same issue for last year’s symposium in Huntsville. I needed up just staying across the street from the host hotel and, by doing so,
saved
about $100 and in a newer property with better amenities. It’s not just a problem with AMSAT events, I travel frequently to many events where I
have
to self-book and almost 50% of the time the ‘special’ codes don’t work. I would just give the hotel a call or look for less expensive options
within
a reasonable distance. Best of luck and 73!
Jeff WE4B
On Aug 11, 2019, at 4:41 PM, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB <
[email protected]> wrote:
Yep I used group code "RAS" It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other
available rooms and rates below.
Mike On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger via
AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote:
Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the
AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem?
Mike KB2GHZ
Did you use the correct link / reservation code?
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
Group code is "RAS".
I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to view a room at $150/night.
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I don’t know why the customer service rep said that, Sunday night is included in the block.
73,
Paul, N8HM
On Mon, Aug 12, 2019 at 14:59 Glenn Miller - AA5PK via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
I just finished booking my symposium room using the online chat function with a Hilton customer service rep.
The AMSAT rate is only good through Saturday night. If you plan to stay Sunday night, you'll have to book that night separately (at a much higher rate).
The CS rep said the AMSAT block of rooms was filling up quickly.
Glenn AA5PK
-----Original Message----- From: Martha via AMSAT-BB Sent: Monday, August 12, 2019 10:05 AM To: Frank Karnauskas, N1UW Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The best way to register is to call the hotel directly. If you still have problems, ask for Maria, the Sales Manager
73- Martha
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 7:25 PM Frank Karnauskas via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
Yes, please don't flood Martha with phone calls just yet. She is well aware of the problem and diligently working on it.
An update will be posted when we have news. I look forward to meeting everyone there...one way or the other. :-)
Cheers, Frank
FRANK KARNAUSKAS, N1UW
-----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Burns Fisher via AMSAT-BB Sent: Sunday, August 11, 2019 5:36 PM To: Mike McCann Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The hotel has had all kinds of problems with this. I initially managed
to
get Wed-Sun nites at the rate, but not the 15th so I could go to the
start
of the board meeting. Martha has been in contact with them and I got
the
rate for the 15th. But that was last Weds.
I do suggest calling them directly at the hotel, not the central reservation line. Push to talk to the group person if the first person can't help. If that does not work, check with Martha (I hate to say that since she is probably flooded with these kinds of calls!) It's possible the block is sold out, but given the trouble, I'd be surprised. BTW, do not take the prepaid rate (which is about double the AMSAT rate, but is
the
next cheapest thing) until all other avenues are covered. Getting out of that is REALLY difficult.
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 5:57 PM Jeff Johns via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
I had the same issue for last year’s symposium in Huntsville. I needed
up
just staying across the street from the host hotel and, by doing so,
saved
about $100 and in a newer property with better amenities. It’s not
just a
problem with AMSAT events, I travel frequently to many events where I
have
to self-book and almost 50% of the time the ‘special’ codes don’t
work. I
would just give the hotel a call or look for less expensive options
within
a reasonable distance. Best of luck and 73!
Jeff WE4B
On Aug 11, 2019, at 4:41 PM, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB <
[email protected]> wrote:
Yep I used group code "RAS" It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other
available rooms and rates below.
Mike On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger via
AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote:
Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the
AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem?
Mike KB2GHZ
Did you use the correct link / reservation code?
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
Group code is "RAS".
I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to view a room at $150/night.
--- Zach N0ZGO _______________________________________________ Sent via [email protected]. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum
available
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Same thing to me less than an hour ago. Sunday went up to $249. I’d rather send it to AMSAT!
Ed Krome K9EK
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On Aug 12, 2019, at 3:12 PM, Paul Stoetzer via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
I don’t know why the customer service rep said that, Sunday night is included in the block.
73,
Paul, N8HM
On Mon, Aug 12, 2019 at 14:59 Glenn Miller - AA5PK via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
I just finished booking my symposium room using the online chat function with a Hilton customer service rep.
The AMSAT rate is only good through Saturday night. If you plan to stay Sunday night, you'll have to book that night separately (at a much higher rate).
The CS rep said the AMSAT block of rooms was filling up quickly.
Glenn AA5PK
-----Original Message----- From: Martha via AMSAT-BB Sent: Monday, August 12, 2019 10:05 AM To: Frank Karnauskas, N1UW Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The best way to register is to call the hotel directly. If you still have problems, ask for Maria, the Sales Manager
73- Martha
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 7:25 PM Frank Karnauskas via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
Yes, please don't flood Martha with phone calls just yet. She is well aware of the problem and diligently working on it.
An update will be posted when we have news. I look forward to meeting everyone there...one way or the other. :-)
Cheers, Frank
FRANK KARNAUSKAS, N1UW
-----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Burns Fisher via AMSAT-BB Sent: Sunday, August 11, 2019 5:36 PM To: Mike McCann Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The hotel has had all kinds of problems with this. I initially managed
to
get Wed-Sun nites at the rate, but not the 15th so I could go to the
start
of the board meeting. Martha has been in contact with them and I got
the
rate for the 15th. But that was last Weds.
I do suggest calling them directly at the hotel, not the central reservation line. Push to talk to the group person if the first person can't help. If that does not work, check with Martha (I hate to say that since she is probably flooded with these kinds of calls!) It's possible the block is sold out, but given the trouble, I'd be surprised. BTW, do not take the prepaid rate (which is about double the AMSAT rate, but is
the
next cheapest thing) until all other avenues are covered. Getting out of that is REALLY difficult.
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 5:57 PM Jeff Johns via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
I had the same issue for last year’s symposium in Huntsville. I needed
up
just staying across the street from the host hotel and, by doing so,
saved
about $100 and in a newer property with better amenities. It’s not
just a
problem with AMSAT events, I travel frequently to many events where I
have
to self-book and almost 50% of the time the ‘special’ codes don’t
work. I
would just give the hotel a call or look for less expensive options
within
a reasonable distance. Best of luck and 73!
Jeff WE4B
On Aug 11, 2019, at 4:41 PM, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB <
[email protected]> wrote:
Yep I used group code "RAS" It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other
available rooms and rates below.
Mike On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger via
AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote: Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the
AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem?
Mike KB2GHZ
Did you use the correct link / reservation code?
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
Group code is "RAS".
I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to view a room at $150/night.
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When I booked I got the $149 rate for Oct 15-21.
Frank K6FW
On Aug 12, 2019, at 11:59 AM, Glenn Miller - AA5PK via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
I just finished booking my symposium room using the online chat function with a Hilton customer service rep.
The AMSAT rate is only good through Saturday night. If you plan to stay Sunday night, you'll have to book that night separately (at a much higher rate).
The CS rep said the AMSAT block of rooms was filling up quickly.
Glenn AA5PK
-----Original Message----- From: Martha via AMSAT-BB Sent: Monday, August 12, 2019 10:05 AM To: Frank Karnauskas, N1UW Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The best way to register is to call the hotel directly. If you still have problems, ask for Maria, the Sales Manager
73- Martha
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 7:25 PM Frank Karnauskas via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
Yes, please don't flood Martha with phone calls just yet. She is well aware of the problem and diligently working on it.
An update will be posted when we have news. I look forward to meeting everyone there...one way or the other. :-)
Cheers, Frank
FRANK KARNAUSKAS, N1UW
-----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Burns Fisher via AMSAT-BB Sent: Sunday, August 11, 2019 5:36 PM To: Mike McCann Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The hotel has had all kinds of problems with this. I initially managed to get Wed-Sun nites at the rate, but not the 15th so I could go to the start of the board meeting. Martha has been in contact with them and I got the rate for the 15th. But that was last Weds.
I do suggest calling them directly at the hotel, not the central reservation line. Push to talk to the group person if the first person can't help. If that does not work, check with Martha (I hate to say that since she is probably flooded with these kinds of calls!) It's possible the block is sold out, but given the trouble, I'd be surprised. BTW, do not take the prepaid rate (which is about double the AMSAT rate, but is the next cheapest thing) until all other avenues are covered. Getting out of that is REALLY difficult.
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 5:57 PM Jeff Johns via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
I had the same issue for last year’s symposium in Huntsville. I needed up just staying across the street from the host hotel and, by doing so,
saved
about $100 and in a newer property with better amenities. It’s not just a problem with AMSAT events, I travel frequently to many events where I
have
to self-book and almost 50% of the time the ‘special’ codes don’t work. I would just give the hotel a call or look for less expensive options
within
a reasonable distance. Best of luck and 73!
Jeff WE4B
On Aug 11, 2019, at 4:41 PM, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB <
[email protected]> wrote:
Yep I used group code "RAS" It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other
available rooms and rates below.
Mike On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger via
AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote:
Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the
AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem?
Mike KB2GHZ
Did you use the correct link / reservation code?
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
Group code is "RAS".
I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to view a room at $150/night.
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Just got off the phone with the Sales Manager. She will call me back with the number of rooms available Tuesday-Sunday. If the block is full she will try to add extra rooms. As soon as I hear something, I'll let you know.
Martha
On Mon, Aug 12, 2019 at 3:16 PM Frank [email protected] wrote:
When I booked I got the $149 rate for Oct 15-21.
Frank K6FW
On Aug 12, 2019, at 11:59 AM, Glenn Miller - AA5PK via AMSAT-BB <
[email protected]> wrote:
I just finished booking my symposium room using the online chat function
with a Hilton customer service rep.
The AMSAT rate is only good through Saturday night. If you plan to stay
Sunday night, you'll have to book that night separately (at a much higher rate).
The CS rep said the AMSAT block of rooms was filling up quickly.
Glenn AA5PK
-----Original Message----- From: Martha via AMSAT-BB Sent: Monday, August 12, 2019 10:05 AM To: Frank Karnauskas, N1UW Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The best way to register is to call the hotel directly. If you still
have
problems, ask for Maria, the Sales Manager
73- Martha
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 7:25 PM Frank Karnauskas via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
Yes, please don't flood Martha with phone calls just yet. She is well aware of the problem and diligently working on it.
An update will be posted when we have news. I look forward to meeting everyone there...one way or the other. :-)
Cheers, Frank
FRANK KARNAUSKAS, N1UW
-----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Burns Fisher via AMSAT-BB Sent: Sunday, August 11, 2019 5:36 PM To: Mike McCann Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The hotel has had all kinds of problems with this. I initially managed
to
get Wed-Sun nites at the rate, but not the 15th so I could go to the
start
of the board meeting. Martha has been in contact with them and I got
the
rate for the 15th. But that was last Weds.
I do suggest calling them directly at the hotel, not the central reservation line. Push to talk to the group person if the first person can't help. If that does not work, check with Martha (I hate to say
that
since she is probably flooded with these kinds of calls!) It's
possible
the block is sold out, but given the trouble, I'd be surprised. BTW, do not take the prepaid rate (which is about double the AMSAT rate, but is
the
next cheapest thing) until all other avenues are covered. Getting out
of
that is REALLY difficult.
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 5:57 PM Jeff Johns via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
I had the same issue for last year’s symposium in Huntsville. I
needed up
just staying across the street from the host hotel and, by doing so,
saved
about $100 and in a newer property with better amenities. It’s not
just a
problem with AMSAT events, I travel frequently to many events where I
have
to self-book and almost 50% of the time the ‘special’ codes don’t
work. I
would just give the hotel a call or look for less expensive options
within
a reasonable distance. Best of luck and 73!
Jeff WE4B
On Aug 11, 2019, at 4:41 PM, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB <
[email protected]> wrote:
Yep I used group code "RAS" It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other
available rooms and rates below.
Mike On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger via
AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote:
Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the
AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem?
Mike KB2GHZ
Did you use the correct link / reservation code?
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
Group code is "RAS".
I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to view
a
room at $150/night.
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The chat people are in central and know only what the us in the database, which obviously has problems. I got Sunday nite with no prob. Tuesday nite was the hard one, but Maria solved it
On Mon, Aug 12, 2019 at 3:46 PM Martha via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
Just got off the phone with the Sales Manager. She will call me back with the number of rooms available Tuesday-Sunday. If the block is full she will try to add extra rooms. As soon as I hear something, I'll let you know.
Martha
On Mon, Aug 12, 2019 at 3:16 PM Frank [email protected] wrote:
When I booked I got the $149 rate for Oct 15-21.
Frank K6FW
On Aug 12, 2019, at 11:59 AM, Glenn Miller - AA5PK via AMSAT-BB <
[email protected]> wrote:
I just finished booking my symposium room using the online chat
function
with a Hilton customer service rep.
The AMSAT rate is only good through Saturday night. If you plan to
stay
Sunday night, you'll have to book that night separately (at a much higher rate).
The CS rep said the AMSAT block of rooms was filling up quickly.
Glenn AA5PK
-----Original Message----- From: Martha via AMSAT-BB Sent: Monday, August 12, 2019 10:05 AM To: Frank Karnauskas, N1UW Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The best way to register is to call the hotel directly. If you still
have
problems, ask for Maria, the Sales Manager
73- Martha
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 7:25 PM Frank Karnauskas via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
Yes, please don't flood Martha with phone calls just yet. She is well aware of the problem and diligently working on it.
An update will be posted when we have news. I look forward to meeting everyone there...one way or the other. :-)
Cheers, Frank
FRANK KARNAUSKAS, N1UW
-----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Burns Fisher via AMSAT-BB Sent: Sunday, August 11, 2019 5:36 PM To: Mike McCann Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The hotel has had all kinds of problems with this. I initially
managed
to
get Wed-Sun nites at the rate, but not the 15th so I could go to the
start
of the board meeting. Martha has been in contact with them and I got
the
rate for the 15th. But that was last Weds.
I do suggest calling them directly at the hotel, not the central reservation line. Push to talk to the group person if the first
person
can't help. If that does not work, check with Martha (I hate to say
that
since she is probably flooded with these kinds of calls!) It's
possible
the block is sold out, but given the trouble, I'd be surprised. BTW,
do
not take the prepaid rate (which is about double the AMSAT rate, but
is
the
next cheapest thing) until all other avenues are covered. Getting out
of
that is REALLY difficult.
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 5:57 PM Jeff Johns via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
I had the same issue for last year’s symposium in Huntsville. I
needed up
just staying across the street from the host hotel and, by doing so,
saved
about $100 and in a newer property with better amenities. It’s not
just a
problem with AMSAT events, I travel frequently to many events where
I
have
to self-book and almost 50% of the time the ‘special’ codes don’t
work. I
would just give the hotel a call or look for less expensive options
within
a reasonable distance. Best of luck and 73!
Jeff WE4B
On Aug 11, 2019, at 4:41 PM, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB <
[email protected]> wrote:
Yep I used group code "RAS" It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other
available rooms and rates below.
Mike On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger via
AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote: > Hello All, > I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for
the
AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem?
> Mike KB2GHZ
Did you use the correct link / reservation code?
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
Group code is "RAS".
I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to
view
a
room at $150/night.
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Rooms have been added to Tuesday and Wednesday (7 each). Sunday 25 rooms were added.
Good Luck
On Tue, Aug 13, 2019 at 10:01 AM Burns Fisher via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
The chat people are in central and know only what the us in the database, which obviously has problems. I got Sunday nite with no prob. Tuesday nite was the hard one, but Maria solved it
On Mon, Aug 12, 2019 at 3:46 PM Martha via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
Just got off the phone with the Sales Manager. She will call me back
with
the number of rooms available Tuesday-Sunday. If the block is full she will try to add extra rooms. As soon as I hear something, I'll let you know.
Martha
On Mon, Aug 12, 2019 at 3:16 PM Frank [email protected] wrote:
When I booked I got the $149 rate for Oct 15-21.
Frank K6FW
On Aug 12, 2019, at 11:59 AM, Glenn Miller - AA5PK via AMSAT-BB <
[email protected]> wrote:
I just finished booking my symposium room using the online chat
function
with a Hilton customer service rep.
The AMSAT rate is only good through Saturday night. If you plan to
stay
Sunday night, you'll have to book that night separately (at a much
higher
rate).
The CS rep said the AMSAT block of rooms was filling up quickly.
Glenn AA5PK
-----Original Message----- From: Martha via AMSAT-BB Sent: Monday, August 12, 2019 10:05 AM To: Frank Karnauskas, N1UW Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The best way to register is to call the hotel directly. If you still
have
problems, ask for Maria, the Sales Manager
73- Martha
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 7:25 PM Frank Karnauskas via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
Yes, please don't flood Martha with phone calls just yet. She is
well
aware of the problem and diligently working on it.
An update will be posted when we have news. I look forward to
meeting
everyone there...one way or the other. :-)
Cheers, Frank
FRANK KARNAUSKAS, N1UW
-----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of
Burns
Fisher via AMSAT-BB Sent: Sunday, August 11, 2019 5:36 PM To: Mike McCann Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The hotel has had all kinds of problems with this. I initially
managed
to
get Wed-Sun nites at the rate, but not the 15th so I could go to the
start
of the board meeting. Martha has been in contact with them and I
got
the
rate for the 15th. But that was last Weds.
I do suggest calling them directly at the hotel, not the central reservation line. Push to talk to the group person if the first
person
can't help. If that does not work, check with Martha (I hate to say
that
since she is probably flooded with these kinds of calls!) It's
possible
the block is sold out, but given the trouble, I'd be surprised.
BTW,
do
not take the prepaid rate (which is about double the AMSAT rate, but
is
the
next cheapest thing) until all other avenues are covered. Getting
out
of
that is REALLY difficult.
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 5:57 PM Jeff Johns via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
I had the same issue for last year’s symposium in Huntsville. I
needed up
just staying across the street from the host hotel and, by doing
so,
saved
about $100 and in a newer property with better amenities. It’s not
just a
problem with AMSAT events, I travel frequently to many events
where
I
have
to self-book and almost 50% of the time the ‘special’ codes don’t
work. I
would just give the hotel a call or look for less expensive
options
within
a reasonable distance. Best of luck and 73!
Jeff WE4B
> On Aug 11, 2019, at 4:41 PM, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote: > > Yep I used group code "RAS" > It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other available rooms and rates below. > > Mike > On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger
via
AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote: > > On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote: >> Hello All, >> I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for
the
AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any
rooms
available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem? >> Mike KB2GHZ > > Did you use the correct link / reservation code? > >
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
> > Group code is "RAS". > > I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to
view
a
> room at $150/night. > > --- Zach > N0ZGO > _______________________________________________ > Sent via [email protected]. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum
available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring
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Thank you! Worked great. See you soon!
Ed Krome K9EK
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On Aug 13, 2019, at 12:02 PM, Martha [email protected] wrote:
Rooms have been added to Tuesday and Wednesday (7 each). Sunday 25 rooms were added.
Good Luck
On Tue, Aug 13, 2019 at 10:01 AM Burns Fisher via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote: The chat people are in central and know only what the us in the database, which obviously has problems. I got Sunday nite with no prob. Tuesday nite was the hard one, but Maria solved it
On Mon, Aug 12, 2019 at 3:46 PM Martha via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
Just got off the phone with the Sales Manager. She will call me back with the number of rooms available Tuesday-Sunday. If the block is full she will try to add extra rooms. As soon as I hear something, I'll let you know.
Martha
On Mon, Aug 12, 2019 at 3:16 PM Frank [email protected] wrote:
When I booked I got the $149 rate for Oct 15-21.
Frank K6FW
On Aug 12, 2019, at 11:59 AM, Glenn Miller - AA5PK via AMSAT-BB <
[email protected]> wrote:
I just finished booking my symposium room using the online chat
function
with a Hilton customer service rep.
The AMSAT rate is only good through Saturday night. If you plan to
stay
Sunday night, you'll have to book that night separately (at a much higher rate).
The CS rep said the AMSAT block of rooms was filling up quickly.
Glenn AA5PK
-----Original Message----- From: Martha via AMSAT-BB Sent: Monday, August 12, 2019 10:05 AM To: Frank Karnauskas, N1UW Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The best way to register is to call the hotel directly. If you still
have
problems, ask for Maria, the Sales Manager
73- Martha
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 7:25 PM Frank Karnauskas via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
Yes, please don't flood Martha with phone calls just yet. She is well aware of the problem and diligently working on it.
An update will be posted when we have news. I look forward to meeting everyone there...one way or the other. :-)
Cheers, Frank
FRANK KARNAUSKAS, N1UW
-----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Burns Fisher via AMSAT-BB Sent: Sunday, August 11, 2019 5:36 PM To: Mike McCann Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
The hotel has had all kinds of problems with this. I initially
managed
to
get Wed-Sun nites at the rate, but not the 15th so I could go to the
start
of the board meeting. Martha has been in contact with them and I got
the
rate for the 15th. But that was last Weds.
I do suggest calling them directly at the hotel, not the central reservation line. Push to talk to the group person if the first
person
can't help. If that does not work, check with Martha (I hate to say
that
since she is probably flooded with these kinds of calls!) It's
possible
the block is sold out, but given the trouble, I'd be surprised. BTW,
do
not take the prepaid rate (which is about double the AMSAT rate, but
is
the
next cheapest thing) until all other avenues are covered. Getting out
of
that is REALLY difficult.
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019 at 5:57 PM Jeff Johns via AMSAT-BB < [email protected]> wrote:
> I had the same issue for last year’s symposium in Huntsville. I
needed up
> just staying across the street from the host hotel and, by doing so, saved > about $100 and in a newer property with better amenities. It’s not
just a
> problem with AMSAT events, I travel frequently to many events where
I
have > to self-book and almost 50% of the time the ‘special’ codes don’t
work. I
> would just give the hotel a call or look for less expensive options within > a reasonable distance. Best of luck and 73! > > Jeff WE4B > > > On Aug 11, 2019, at 4:41 PM, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB < > [email protected]> wrote: > > > > Yep I used group code "RAS" > > It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other > available rooms and rates below. > > > > Mike > > On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger via > AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote: > > > > On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote: > >> Hello All, > >> I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for
the
> AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms > available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem? > >> Mike KB2GHZ > > > > Did you use the correct link / reservation code? > > > > >
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
> > > > Group code is "RAS". > > > > I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to
view
a
> > room at $150/night. > > > > --- Zach > > N0ZGO > > _______________________________________________ > > Sent via [email protected]. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum
available
> > to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. > Opinions expressed > > are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official
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I got the same message when trying to make my reservation via the website. I called the hotel number and they got the reservation done.
On Sun, Aug 11, 2019, 5:18 PM Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem? Mike KB2GHZ _______________________________________________ Sent via [email protected]. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: https://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
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Burns Fisher -
Ed Krome -
Frank -
Frank Karnauskas -
Glenn Miller - AA5PK -
Jeff Johns -
JoAnne K9JKM -
Martha -
Mike McCann -
Paul Stoetzer -
Zach Metzinger