Priority Club Insider

What: “Offer: Earn double points on points earned for each Qualifying Partner Activity between July 1, 2010, and August 31, 2010. These bonus points are in addition to normal bonus points offered by participating partners. Double points will be awarded on base partner point offering and does not apply to points earned through bonus point promotions offered by the partner. Partner offers subject to the terms and conditions of each individual offer.”

Brands include: DirectV, Netflix; Priority Club® Rewards Shopping; Priority Club® Dining; e-Rewards®; FTD.com, Gift Sense™; Points.com (point/mile swap for Priority Club points): Global Traveler, USA TODAY®, Vinesse® Wine Clubs, Energy Plus™, Office Max, Regus®, Hertz, Avis, Budget

When: Until 31st August 2010

How: Register now…

What:“This summer, get more value from your family holiday. Just book seven nights at any participating InterContinental Hotels and Resorts, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express or Staybridge Suites across Europe and the Middle East and Africa, and stay for two of those nights absolutely free! That means you’ll have all the time you need to shop, eat out, see the sights and take advantage of the exciting attractions that these destinations have to offer.”

Where: Europe and the Middle East and Africa

Brands: InterContinental Hotels and Resorts, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express or Staybridge Suites

When:

• Book by: 15th September 2010
• Stay by: 30th September 2010

How: Book here

Notes:

What:“Book a consecutive 5 nights stay between 1 July – 12 September 2010 and receive:
* 1 complimentary night for every 5 nights booked
* A €100 Food & Beverage voucher to use in the hotel”

Where: Most InterContinental hotels in the following countries.

• Cyprus
• Czech Republic
• Germany
• Greece
• Hungary
• Italy
• Netherlands
• Poland
• Romania
• Spain
• Turkey
• Ukraine
• Uzbekistan

Brands: InterContinental

When: Between 1st  July – 12th September 2010

How: Book here

Notes: Must use rate code IDEM5 – included in the links above

What: This spring discover more of Europe with InterContinental Hotels & Resorts.

We invite you to take advantage of our special Spring Package complete with exclusive benefits to make your stay with us all the more memorable.

Book a consecutive two night stay between 15 March – 11 April 2010 and receive these complimentary extras worth up to €250*.

* Guaranteed upgrade to the next available room category
* A €50 discount on food and beverages in the hotel
* Guaranteed late check-out until 4pm
* A delicious breakfast

Where: Europe

Brands: InterContinental Hotels

When: Between 15 March – 11 April 2010.

How:

• Book

What: Around 30% off rack rates at all hotels worldwide using the Friends & Family deal.

Some frequently asked questions…

Q: I don’t know this employee – is that a problem?
A: Not so far, if asked just say it’s an internet friend!

Q: Do I need the voucher print out?
A: Depends on the hotel, some ask for it, some don’t

Q: How far in advance to I have to book?
A: Typically 7 days, but some hotels such as the Crowne Plaza in Auckland it’s 30 days.

Q: Can you book more than one room on this rate?
A: Absolutely

Q: Can I get points on this rate?
A: No afraid not – this is and cancellation policy (i.e. you can’t) are the only downsides to this great rate

Q: Does this rate only apply to the cheapest rooms?
A: No – it depends what rooms the hotel release at this rate, I’ve successfully booked a suite using this deal!
Where: Worldwide: Europe,North America, Central and South America, Asia, Middle East, Africa, Oceania

Brands: InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Indigo, Holiday Inn and Express by Holiday Inn hotels

When: The Friends and Family Rate may be terminated at any time without prior notice.

How: Book now…

Notes: As always – subject to availability – see T&C’s

(For all rate offers see All Current Rate Offers )

What: Earn up to 60,000 points with this great offer, although it talks about using the points for Flights Anywhere – I can’t see any reason why you can’t use the points for hotel stays instead.

“Now through December 31, 2009, earn 15,000 bonus points for every fifth qualifying night, up to 60,000 points.* Use your points towards a round-trip ticket with Flights Anywhere™, our newest reward which gives you the ability to redeem points for airline tickets.”

Where:North America (USA & Canada)

Brands: InterContinental,Crowne Plaza, Hotel Indigo, Holiday Inn and Express by Holiday Inn hotels

When: Until 31st December 2009

How: Register now…

Notes: Applies only to hotels in USA & Canada

(For all rate offers see All Current Points Offers )

What: A travelzoo deal for the InterContinental La Torre Golf Resort, exchange rates are generous, so might actually cost a little more.  “The elegant 5-star La Torre Golf Resort in Murcia, Spain, is offering 50 of its best rooms at a low price exclusive for Travelzoo subscribers. King Executive rooms are now available from just £89 (€99) per night. That’s £45 (€50) OFF the usual rate.”

Where: Europe

Brands: InterContinental

When:

• Book by 4th November
• Stay by 31st January 2010

How: Book now…

Notes: Blackout dates: 18, 31 December; 1-2 January.

(For all rate offers see All Current Rate Offers )

What: Around 30% off rack rates at all hotels worldwide.

Folks, I’ve had to update the Friends and Family link as the last one now points to a page entitled “Abuse”! I managed to use this old link and a number of times and saved over a €1000 on a recent group booking! I’m now on to the new one.

Sample rates below for a weekend in the Paris Le Grand InterContinental hotel in November – see how much you can save:

• Standard Rate €335,00
• Advance Purchase €270,00 *
• Friends and Family Rate €202.50 *

* Can not be cancelled

Some frequently asked questions…
Q: I don’t know this employee – is that a problem?
A: Not so far, if asked just say it’s an internet friend!

Q: Do I need the voucher print out?
A: Depends on the hotel, some ask for it, some don’tWhere: Europe,North America, Central and South America, Asia, Middle East, Africa, Oceania

Brands: InterContinental,Crowne Plaza, Indigo, Holiday Inn and Express by Holiday Inn hotels

When: Until 31st December 2009

How: Book now…

Notes: As always – subject to availability – see T&C’s

(For all rate offers see All Current Rate Offers )

What: “Planning a city escape? From 1st November 2009 – 31st January 2010 earn Triple Priority Club® points when you stay for a minimum of two nights on any qualifying rate at participating hotels. Please register to earn Triple points.”

Where:

• InterContinental London Park Lane
• InterContinental Paris Le Grand
• InterContinental Boston
• InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta
• InterContinental The Barclay New York
• InterContinental Hong Kong

Brands: InterContinental

When: From 1st November to 31st January 2010

How: Register now…

Notes:

• Must be an Ambassador member
• 2 Night minimum stay

(For all rate offers see All Current Points Offers )

A large number of Intercontinental hotels (and now in Europe/Middle East) have re-offered a Business Plus package – which includes club lounge access, as an extra incentive to take this package you can also get 5000 bonus points.

What: 5000 Bonus Points when you book a “Business Plus Package”

Brands: Intercontinental hotels

Where: Americas, Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific

When: 1st September – 30th November 2009

When: Book here..

How: Register for the extra points here