Mid Year AFF XMAS Drinks and Dinner - 30 June 2012, Hilton Surfers Paradise, QLD

[Bundy Bear]

I don't know about anyone else but I am looking forward to it, as I recently turned my flexible booking into a fixed booking after the release of the menu last week.

It will be a great night to catch up with other AFF members.

Things get posted that maybe shouldn't be but they are always posted in a way that might be able to assist other members.

The Gold Coast should be a lot warmer than in Sydney, Melbourne or even Canberra at that time of the year.

I can't wait and I am looking forward to catching up with those who turn up.

 

[anat0l]

Definitely looking forward to this event! Big hat tip to munitalP for his tireless organisation and liaising - having done before only a microcosm of what he's doing, I can relate to the effort involved.

Funny enough it is at the end of June - for some that means end of the financial year (whatever that amounts to - no pun intended); for me, it means an industry stakeholder report due. Needless to say, my time management is going to have to be spot on to make both commitments!

 

[bossreggie]

My 2 cents worth.

munitalP has put a lot of time and effort in arranging this event.

There may already be confirmed attendees who have taken advantage of "dodgy" HH status...... Who cares and who knows??

IMHO it is NO reflection on munitalP as organiser, or any other attendee.

Hilton is not so much a "sponsor", rather a supplier. They stand to benefit from around 20 - 30 room nights, PLUS a significant spend on F & B.

I'm NOT attending, however..... I urge everyone who is going along to just get on with it and enjoy what is going to be a great weekend with like minded people.

Forget the politics and just enjoy yourselves.

Boss

 

[admin]

I would like to say that ADMIN and I have had a long chat and my response is at this link. Suffice to say we both appreciate each others stance

Yes, we did have a good chat and I am really pleased with the outcome. As munitalP correctly says we both appreciate each others position. I acknowledge and respect the 'moral high ground' munitalP has taken. While I personally don’t endorse any dodgy tricks or rorts to get Hilton status, I can't remove legitimate AFF posts.

I'd also like to take this opportunity to thank munitalP for the massive effort he had put in to arrange this (and many other) events. His organisational skills, dedication, and ongoing contribution to AFF is truely appreciated by all.

 

[penegal]

Indeed, let me echo others in giving a big thank you to mutinalP for his enormous personal effort in organising this event. I know it is a big task, and I am very much looking forward to what will be a great weekend.


In other news, samh004 and I had lunch at the Hilton on Saturday to sample the hospitality. They didn't know who we were. Our meals were slow coming out of the kitchen (as we dined around 2-3pm) so without being prompted they offered us a complementary glass of wine each.

 

[haydensydney]

Just a quick question: Does Diamond with Hilton give you a late checkout? Just looking at flights and it would be nice to have a sleep in

We've never actually stayed at a Hilton, lol

 

[straitman]

Just a quick question: Does Diamond with Hilton give you a late checkout? Just looking at flights and it would be nice to have a sleep in

We've never actually stayed at a Hilton, lol

Yes.

Subject to availability (of course).

 

[markis10]

For what its worth Epiqure have a tasting night in Brisbane on the 28th of June, should anyone wish to maximise their trip to QLD!

Event Details | epiQure by Qantas Frequent Flyer | Page 10747239

 

[QF WP]

Lovely to see peace prevailing in the sleepy little hamlet called AFF.

I'm considering extending our stay to two nights (adding Friday) as my parents had both kids on Sat night and want to see more of them - Mrs LW is also amenable

 

[munitalP]

Lovely to see peace prevailing in the sleepy little hamlet called AFF.

I'm considering extending our stay to two nights (adding Friday) as my parents had both kids on Sat night and want to see more of them - Mrs LW is also amenable

Maybe a pre dinner dinner somewhere? There's a few people in on Friday

 

[QF WP]

We are now in for the Friday night, accom booked using the latest member rate of $235 (before 20% HPC discount) for a King Deluxe with a comp upgrade to Exec Floor.

We probably won't be around for dinner

 

[Deleted member]

Lovely to see peace prevailing in the sleepy little hamlet called AFF.

I'm considering extending our stay to two nights (adding Friday) as my parents had both kids on Sat night and want to see more of them - Mrs LW is also amenable

Hi Lindsay. Mrs GPH has us there for Friday as well as Saturday.

 

[samh004]

Maybe a pre dinner dinner somewhere? There's a few people in on Friday

I would selfishly suggest one of the restaurants at Royal Pines

 

[QF WP]

Hi Lindsay. Mrs GPH has us there for Friday as well as Saturday.

We'll probably see one another at breakfast in the Exec Lounge

 

[Deleted member 29185]

a King Deluxe with a comp upgrade to Exec Floor.

You got upgraded on a booking???? (or is it hopeful thinking).

We're in Friday, but probably (stress probably) won't do any formal dinner thing on Friday..........once a week is enough for this old fart! (I need all the beauty sleep I can get).

Lindsay, HSP has been known to offer breakfast in Salt..........(infinitely more desirable than the lounge IMHO).

 

[PineappleSkip]

Hi all

Interested in attending, as is +1, however possibly will be travelling out of AUS around 28 June so my status would be Bronze at this stage. Particularly given the impressive and illustrious attendee list, including TonyHancock and munitalP who I think haven't had the misfortune of meeting moi in person. Appreciate the efforts of munitalP in organising...

Unfortunately travel plans probably wont solidify until early June, but I saw the post that late starters were possible

Do have an HH membership, blue status , but would probably stop with the rellies that must not be bypassed.

Cheers skip

 

[Deleted member]

We'll probably see one another at breakfast in the Exec Lounge

Mms assuming she has arranged the accommodation that way ....I better check

 

[TonyHancock]

Particularly given the impressive and illustrious attendee list, including TonyHancock and munitalP who I think haven't had the misfortune of meeting moi in person.

mmmmmm impressive and illustrious. Two words I have never seen in the same sentence as my name!!!

 

[QF WP]

You got upgraded on a booking???? (or is it hopeful thinking).

Part of the offer through one of the recent Macquarie Hilton PC emails, so no wishful thinking - got a print out of the offer with the reservation confirmation

We're in Friday, but probably (stress probably) won't do any formal dinner thing on Friday..........once a week is enough for this old fart! (I need all the beauty sleep I can get).

Mrs LW's birthday will be 4 days prior and one of our friends on the Gold Coast has his birthday on 1/7, so we'll probably be dining with them

Lindsay, HSP has been known to offer breakfast in Salt..........(infinitely more desirable than the lounge IMHO).

Now that sounds nice - get used to the layout and way around early.

 

[serfty]

Part of the offer through one of the recent Macquarie Hilton PC emails, so no wishful thinking - got a print out of the offer with the reservation confirmation ...

It would be good if that offer is till valid in June - my emails shows that offer expiring end of May. ...

From $284 [TD="width: 695"] Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel Complimentary Upgrade Set in the heart of Surfers Paradise, and soaring above the 26 mile, white sands of Australia's iconic beach, Hilton Surfers Paradise is the place to stay. Book a King Hilton Deluxe Room during the month of May and receive a complimentary upgrade to a Hilton Executive Room - valued at $135. This includes access to the impressive Executive Lounge on level 15, where you can enjoy continental breakfast, daily refreshments, pre-dinner drinks, canapés and spectacular views of the Gold Coast. Rates start from only $284.00 per room, per night. Plus, receive a further 20% off these rates. Terms and Conditions Offer valid now - 31 May, 2012. Subject to availability. Rates based on twin share accommodation. Must book a Hilton Deluxe Room to receive Executive Room upgrade. 4pm on day of arrival cancellation policy applies. All prices are inclusive of 10% GST. Not available in conjunction with any other offer. Eligible for Hilton HHonors and Frequent flyer Points. 20% member discount will be applied upon check-in at the hotel. Hilton Macquarie Platinum Card must be presented to receive upgrade. Credit Card payments relating to Australian hotels incur a merchant service fee of 1.5% in addition to the total amount payable.

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