Airmiles Armchair Chatter

[dancin Disney style]

Lol those Doubletree chocolate chip cookies gave it away eh?
Hugs Mel

I think you mentioned Niagara Falls at some point. If that's the one you're going to you can forget about the cookies. Now....it's been a year since I was there last so there is always a chance that they started offering them but in my previous 5 stays there,,,,no cookies They also cut the free parking for status members.

Just for reference, Hampton Inn and Holiday Inn Express both have cookies at check-in too.

I travel a lot on weekends and almost exclusively stay at Hilton corp hotels. More stays at Hampton Inns than I can count and never once have I seen cookies there except the ones you have to pay for.

 

[Donald - my hero]

Putting this here & in the online promo thread since it's so short-lived
3 days only 10X on Lenovo Purchases

 

[kimstang]

I didn't realize that they all don't. All the ones we've stayed at do (but we don't travel a huge amount). Nothing like a good cookie at the end of a long trip.

Agreed

 

[Donald - my hero]

Did someone say cookies???? Once the kitchen cools down a bit i think i might need to make some fresh chocolate chip cookies to turn into ice cream sammies as a treat just for ME

 

[Disney Addicted]

Aww thanks for your kind words Mel -- i enjoy doing this -- keeps me out of trouble -- but it does take a bit of time & patience to dig up the info to keep us all up-to-date!

I was amazed how quickly you were able to help her out! By the way, I always figured you have a great memory or organization skills (or both!) to keep putting links up for everyone so quickly all the time.

Did someone say cookies???? Once the kitchen cools down a bit i think i might need to make some fresh chocolate chip cookies to turn into ice cream sammies as a treat just for ME

LOL - it must be a day to think about cookies. My daughter has asked me three times today to make sure I purchase chocolate chips so she can bake cookies this week.

 

[bababear_50]

I think you mentioned Niagara Falls at some point. If that's the one you're going to you can forget about the cookies. Now....it's been a year since I was there last so there is always a chance that they started offering them but in my previous 5 stays there,,,,no cookies They also cut the free parking for status members.


I travel a lot on weekends and almost exclusively stay at Hilton corp hotels. More stays at Hampton Inns than I can count and never once have I seen cookies there except the ones you have to pay for.

Hi Hon
I've stayed at quite a few Hotels in Niagara Falls,,,I pretty easy to impress,,clean room goes a long way with me.
My middle son stayed at the Doubletree in July and he said they had the cookies ,,but I'm ok if there gone.
I feel like the whole summer has gone by and I've done nothing but home renovations and while that's a good I don't want to go back to work in Sept without a break away.
I will admit that my favorite Hotel in Niagara is Hilton BUT it's a tad pricey in the summer months. But I can get my Starbucks close by and I like the North tower.
https://niagarafallshilton.com/

I'll have to look at the Hampton Inns.

So would you happen to know if Clifton Victoria Inn is a Hampton Inn?
https://cliftonvictoriainnatthefalls.com/
I like the free hot breakfast idea
free complimentary parking
indoor pool/sauna


Hmmm upon further investigation
DoubleTree is a Hilton hotel to?
DoubleTree Resort and Spa by Hilton---who knew--good to know.

Hampton Inn on Victoria Ave
Permanently closed.
Good to know
5591 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3L4

Hugs to you Mel

 

[kimstang]

Hi Hon
I've stayed at quite a few Hotels in Niagara Falls,,,I pretty easy to impress,,clean room goes a long way with me.
My middle son stayed at the Doubletree in July and he said they had the cookies ,,but I'm ok if there gone.
I feel like the whole summer has gone by and I've done nothing but home renovations and while that's a good I don't want to go back to work in Sept without a break away.
I will admit that my favorite Hotel in Niagara is Hilton BUT it's a tad pricey in the summer months. But I can get my Starbucks close by and I like the North tower.
https://niagarafallshilton.com/

I'll have to look at the Hampton Inns.

So would you happen to know if Clifton Victoria Inn is a Hampton Inn?
https://cliftonvictoriainnatthefalls.com/
I like the free hot breakfast idea
free complimentary parking
indoor pool/sauna


Hmmm upon further investigation
DoubleTree is a Hilton hotel to?
DoubleTree Resort and Spa by Hilton---who knew--good to know.

Hampton Inn on Victoria Ave
Permanently closed.
Good to know
5591 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3L4

Hugs to you Mel

Hi Hon
I've stayed at quite a few Hotels in Niagara Falls,,,I pretty easy to impress,,clean room goes a long way with me.
My middle son stayed at the Doubletree in July and he said they had the cookies ,,but I'm ok if there gone.
I feel like the whole summer has gone by and I've done nothing but home renovations and while that's a good I don't want to go back to work in Sept without a break away.
I will admit that my favorite Hotel in Niagara is Hilton BUT it's a tad pricey in the summer months. But I can get my Starbucks close by and I like the North tower.
https://niagarafallshilton.com/

I'll have to look at the Hampton Inns.

So would you happen to know if Clifton Victoria Inn is a Hampton Inn?
https://cliftonvictoriainnatthefalls.com/
I like the free hot breakfast idea
free complimentary parking
indoor pool/sauna


Hmmm upon further investigation
DoubleTree is a Hilton hotel to?
DoubleTree Resort and Spa by Hilton---who knew--good to know.

Hampton Inn on Victoria Ave
Permanently closed.
Good to know
5591 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3L4

Hugs to you Mel

Clifton Victoria Inn is definitely not a Hilton. I love the Hilton Niagara Falls north tower too. Can't wait to check out the new pool area. The Embassy Suites is a Hilton brand too. You get a breakfast buffet with made to order omelets and an evening reception. All rooms have a seperate sitting area. The Niagara Falls Embassy's evening reception is not as good as others because it is so busy I assume. You do get a couple of free alcoholic drinks included. Anyways I love my Hilton Brand hotels lol.

 

[kimstang]

Hi Hon
I've stayed at quite a few Hotels in Niagara Falls,,,I pretty easy to impress,,clean room goes a long way with me.
My middle son stayed at the Doubletree in July and he said they had the cookies ,,but I'm ok if there gone.
I feel like the whole summer has gone by and I've done nothing but home renovations and while that's a good I don't want to go back to work in Sept without a break away.
I will admit that my favorite Hotel in Niagara is Hilton BUT it's a tad pricey in the summer months. But I can get my Starbucks close by and I like the North tower.
https://niagarafallshilton.com/

I'll have to look at the Hampton Inns.

So would you happen to know if Clifton Victoria Inn is a Hampton Inn?
https://cliftonvictoriainnatthefalls.com/
I like the free hot breakfast idea
free complimentary parking
indoor pool/sauna


Hmmm upon further investigation
DoubleTree is a Hilton hotel to?
DoubleTree Resort and Spa by Hilton---who knew--good to know.

Hampton Inn on Victoria Ave
Permanently closed.
Good to know
5591 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3L4

Hugs to you Mel

Oh one more thing. If you were to ever book at Hilton Niagara or Doubletree Niagara check out their websites. They both have loyalty offers, much cheaper than there listed rates.

 

[kimstang]

Oh one more thing. If you were to ever book at Hilton Niagara or Doubletree Niagara check out their websites. They both have loyalty offers, much cheaper than there listed rates.

Oops I meant to say check out the Embassy and Hilton loyalty offers. I don't believe that the Doubletree has loyalty offers on their website. In the winter we stay at the Embassy for $95. Includes full breakfast buffet overlooking the falls, evening reception and a suite. Park at tge Casino for free with a Players Card. Oh my I could discuss this all day...lol.

 

[bababear_50]

Oops I meant to say check out the Embassy and Hilton loyalty offers. I don't believe that the Doubletree has loyalty offers on their website. In the winter we stay at the Embassy for $95. Includes full breakfast buffet overlooking the falls, evening reception and a suite. Park at tge Casino for free with a Players Card. Oh my I could discuss this all day...lol.

Hi Kim
Niagara Falls is my go to get away place. I am not a big gambler but enjoy going with my sons for a few hours to the Casino.
We often get free rooms during the fall/winter months and do make use of the free parking at the Casinos.
I usually get either a free breakfast or Buffet meal with my Players Card. I have not tried Embassy yet but I have now put it on my list to try this winter. I could also talk about it all day long tooooooo,,like the Winter Festival of lights and the Fireworks.
Ok back to airmiles
Lets hope Sobeys/Foodland/Metro have some half decent deals tomorrow.
Great chatting with you and thanks for the information.
Hugs Mel

 

[dancin Disney style]

Hi Hon
I've stayed at quite a few Hotels in Niagara Falls,,,I pretty easy to impress,,clean room goes a long way with me.
My middle son stayed at the Doubletree in July and he said they had the cookies ,,but I'm ok if there gone.
I feel like the whole summer has gone by and I've done nothing but home renovations and while that's a good I don't want to go back to work in Sept without a break away.
I will admit that my favorite Hotel in Niagara is Hilton BUT it's a tad pricey in the summer months. But I can get my Starbucks close by and I like the North tower.
https://niagarafallshilton.com/

I'll have to look at the Hampton Inns.

So would you happen to know if Clifton Victoria Inn is a Hampton Inn?
https://cliftonvictoriainnatthefalls.com/
I like the free hot breakfast idea
free complimentary parking
indoor pool/sauna


Hmmm upon further investigation
DoubleTree is a Hilton hotel to?
DoubleTree Resort and Spa by Hilton---who knew--good to know.

Hampton Inn on Victoria Ave
Permanently closed.
Good to know
5591 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 3L4

Hugs to you Mel

LOL....I got the worst food poisoning of my life at the Hilton Fallsview, which is the one right across the street from the casino. I had to spend an extra night at the hotel because I was too sick to drive the hour home.

The Clifton Victoria Inn used to be a Hampton but not any more. I stayed there a couple of times when it was a Hampton and it was just ok. Same with the one on River Rd. Oh.... the parking situation(when it was a Hampton) was pretty bad. Can't imagine that has changed.

One big perk to the Doubletree is that it was built one sided. So all rooms have a nice view. Just ask for a high floor.

 

[kimbert]

I was thinking the same thing

They do require a regular subscription, however, you can cancel after one shipment.

I submitted an order yesterday, and it was for delivery times next week (Tues, Thurs and Fri I believe were the options). So I set that one up for Tues Aug. 21, and then immediately went to My Deliveries and clicked on the calendar for the next few Tuesdays after that and chose to "skip" those weekly deliveries. I will skip a few weeks until at the very least I get the first order and have a chance to try them out! Then I can decide to keep a subscription (with no minimum purchase required to stay active) and skip any weeks I don't want, OR I can go into Settings > Account info and choose to "deactivate my account" and stop. So... it sort of is a "free" 500 miles. I paid $26 for 3 meals-for-two, which should have cost me $66, and I am trying a service I was interested in.

 

[bababear_50]

Sobeys Ont
Aug 16-22
https://www.reebee.com/flyers/10012/1278414
Cara Dining Card
Get 75 airmiles when you spend $50.00

Spend $100.00 in groceries get 100 bonus airmiles-*Aug 17-19th ONLY**



Metro Ont
https://www.reebee.com/flyers/10017/1278335

Foodland Ont.
https://www.reebee.com/flyers/10016/1278424
Cara Dinning Card
spend $50.00 get 75 airmiles.


Hugs Mel

 

[osully]

Well my fears were correct - only good deal at sobeys and IMO is the spend $100 Get 100AM. Maybe I will have some good targeted MyOffers?? Eek!

 

[ottawamom]

I was just down to my last CARA card. Good timing!

 

[kimstang]

I was just down to my last CARA card. Good timing!

I'm excited too! In the fine print it states it can be a $25 or $50 card. Has anybody had this work before? I feel like buying 2 $25 cards won't work. I guess i'll have to watch when they ring it in.

 

[alohamom]

They do require a regular subscription, however, you can cancel after one shipment.

I submitted an order yesterday, and it was for delivery times next week (Tues, Thurs and Fri I believe were the options). So I set that one up for Tues Aug. 21, and then immediately went to My Deliveries and clicked on the calendar for the next few Tuesdays after that and chose to "skip" those weekly deliveries. I will skip a few weeks until at the very least I get the first order and have a chance to try them out! Then I can decide to keep a subscription (with no minimum purchase required to stay active) and skip any weeks I don't want, OR I can go into Settings > Account info and choose to "deactivate my account" and stop. So... it sort of is a "free" 500 miles. I paid $26 for 3 meals-for-two, which should have cost me $66, and I am trying a service I was interested in.

Thank you so much for taking the time to post this detailed description!

@kimbert if you get a chance, please post what you thought of the food in the box.

 

[damo]

Thank you so much for taking the time to post this detailed description!

@kimbert if you get a chance, please post what you thought of the food in the box.

We did the Miss Fresh for a couple of months. It is fine but nothing great. Things were often a mess when we got the box since the box hadn't been handled well by the delivery people. Quality was fine but not terribly inventive. Biggest issue I had was with their instructions. For example, they give you the total quantities on one side and then in the instructions, instead of breaking those quantities down into precise measures they would just use fractions. For example, they would say 3/4 c oil in the ingredients. Then in the instructions they would say, "Step 1....put 1/4 of the oil into pan". "Step 2...put 1/3 of the oil into bowl" "Step 3...put remaining oil into blah blah blah" It was a pain in the butt to have to figure out the exact amounts that you were supposed to use. You would have to figure out 1/4 of the 3/4 and then 1/3 of the 3/4 and then you would never be sure how much there was supposed to be left in the remaining amount.

Ingredients were fresh. We liked that they included fresh herbs but you still had to do all the prep as things were not prepped for you at all. We found it not really a time saver other than the meal planning and shopping were done.

 

[alohamom]

We did the Miss Fresh for a couple of months. It is fine but nothing great. Things were often a mess when we got the box since the box hadn't been handled well by the delivery people. Quality was fine but not terribly inventive. Biggest issue I had was with their instructions. For example, they give you the total quantities on one side and then in the instructions, instead of breaking those quantities down into precise measures they would just use fractions. For example, they would say 3/4 c oil in the ingredients. Then in the instructions they would say, "Step 1....put 1/4 of the oil into pan". "Step 2...put 1/3 of the oil into bowl" "Step 3...put remaining oil into blah blah blah" It was a pain in the butt to have to figure out the exact amounts that you were supposed to use. You would have to figure out 1/4 of the 3/4 and then 1/3 of the 3/4 and then you would never be sure how much there was supposed to be left in the remaining amount.

Ingredients were fresh. We liked that they included fresh herbs but you still had to do all the prep as things were not prepped for you at all. We found it not really a time saver other than the meal planning and shopping were done.

hmmm thanks for this info @damo I was considering it for my daughter in University

 

[TFC_UNTIL_I_DIE]

I'm excited too! In the fine print it states it can be a $25 or $50 card. Has anybody had this work before? I feel like buying 2 $25 cards won't work. I guess i'll have to watch when they ring it in.

Any word on on maximums for this offer? Fact that they don’t let you do 100 dollar gift cards makes me wonder if this is a one time shot