2011 Melbourne AFF XMAS Drinks/Dinner Fri Dec 23rd

[Princess Fiona]

Flights booked, prices were only going up :shock:

 

[tuapekastar]

Hi

Quick update

This just in... (and will answer Keith Q)

From Hilton... (extract from email)

For all guests who will not be staying with us, we are happy to extend a special rate of $45 per person for the drinks and canapés in the Executive Lounge. And for all guests staying with us that night, but who do not have access to the Executive Lounge we are happy to offer a discounted price of $60 per room for access to the Lounge. (normal rate is $110)




munitalP

Like your work munitalP!

 

[munitalP]

Just to get in the swing of things, I thought I would make a Xmas card

Download the .PDF here if you are going to print out.

 

[LiamR]

Sorry I'm out, airfares are just too crazy. If we can organise a date earlier next year I promise to be there

+1 to this. I've tried to look at it several different ways and I just can't find any reasonable airfares nor would I be crazy enough to risk it with standby fares. Since I'm moving to Melbourne I would have loved to catch up with all of you.

Enjoy the night!!

 

[straitman]

+1 to this. I've tried to look at it several different ways and I just can't find any reasonable airfares nor would I be crazy enough to risk it with standby fares. Since I'm moving to Melbourne I would have loved to catch up with all of you.

Enjoy the night!!

We'll catch up with you once you have moved and we'll have a drink for you on the night.

 

[777]

The in-laws Xmas dinner has just been moved to that night so it's looking less likely i will be able to come. I might be able to make it for the 1st bit from 4:30 but we'll see how that goes... Actually dropping in on the way back may not be impossible either.

 

[Princess Fiona]

Just noticed that Hilton's December Sale applies to this night, re-booked for $251. Non-exec rooms are $178 on that rate ( I don't have HPC card)

 

[drewbles]

$45 is too good to pass up!!!

$45 is the standard 'additional guest' price for registered guests at the HSW. Drinks and Canapes are only for 2 1/2 hours, and the spirit offering is 'on request'.

I also just found out they don't like people being 'double parked'. I had a beer and decided i'd like to follow up with a refreshing g&t, and was politely told 'Certainly sir, i'll bring one as soon as you finish your beer'. I managed to down 2 g&t's in 2 1/2 hours, as the wait-staff simply were nowhere to be seen.

Having just spent 3 nights there, I must say though, it's a damn fine establishment. I did not want to check out (and be sure to get to the Continental Breakfast in the lounge if you have access, it's quite something and they do have scrambled eggs and crispy bacon on Saturday/Sunday mornings as well).

And on that note, have fun guys, I'll be at 38,000' in DJ J on an A330 at the time you guys are there, heading to WaitAwhile for a hot Christmas. Will try and enjoy the Champers though

 

[TonyHancock]

Just noticed that Hilton's December Sale applies to this night, re-booked for $251. Non-exec rooms are $178 on that rate ( I don't have HPC card)

Just took advantage of the December sale too, thanks for sharing that. (No going back now, non refundable booking!! :shock

 

[QF WP]

Would you like one?? I believe I have a spare Member For A Stay card that is crying out for a good home...

Just noticed that Hilton's December Sale applies to this night, re-booked for $251. Non-exec rooms are $178 on that rate ( I don't have HPC card)

 

[Princess Fiona]

Would you like one?? I believe I have a spare Member For A Stay card that is crying out for a good home...

I'd love to give that card a good home
PM winging its way to you

 

[munitalP]

$45 is the standard 'additional guest' price for registered guests at the HSW...

Correct - and walk in is normally $75. HSW are giving AFF less than "additional guest" rates for walk in Very nice of them IMHO


munitalP

 

[Bundy Bear]

After a suggestion from munitalP there is a good chance I will attend.

The rates at Melbourne South Wharf are cheap, so checking some flight options, flying down on Virgin Australia, I have a few upgrade credits to use, so will see how to make them work, fly home on the 24 December on Air Australia, a new airline.

Will confirm in a few days.

 

[straitman]

After a suggestion from munitalP there is a good chance I will attend.

The rates at Melbourne South Wharf are cheap, so checking some flight options, flying down on Virgin Australia, I have a few upgrade credits to use, so will see how to make them work, fly home on the 24 December on Air Australia, a new airline.

Will confirm in a few days.

This is coming together to being a great night.

 

[munitalP]

I will be adding QANTAS LOGO to the Xmas card as an event sponsor as well! QANTAS although not attending, have kindly donated a prize which will be drawn on the night. Im not saying what it is suffice to say it will make someone quite happy

Thanks Qantas!

 

[awilcockson]

If only flights were affordable I'd be there in a flash

 

[Bundy Bear]

Ok, booked flights and the Hilton.

If only flights were affordable I'd be there in a flash

I ended up choosing Air Australia for my flight to Melbourne on the Friday and I am returning on Virgin Australia Saturday afternoon.

Now to ring Virgin to use an upgrade credit.

A little bit expensive but it should be a good night.

 

[dot]

Hey guys, I know I haven't been active lately, but I would love you join in. I'm making the assumption that I will be in Melbourne rather than flying back that night (chances are good that I will be in MEL)

 

[munitalP]

Hey guys, I know I haven't been active lately, but I would love you join in. I'm making the assumption that I will be in Melbourne rather than flying back that night (chances are good that I will be in MEL)

Will be good to see you!


munitalP

 

[david870mdg]

This sounds like a good night!
Would like to attend but the XMAS plans aren't finalised yet..

Good planning as always MunitalP

Will keep an eye on the thread.
-David