Verified AAA rates really are out. . here's my rates

[wwessing]

After reading another thread, I looked up rates for HRH on AAA website and sure enough, they were available. :thumbsup2 Bad news. . . they are only 10% off rack rates!:confused3

FYI - My HRH dates are 4/28/08 - 5/4/08. I looked at the other PBH and RPR and AAA rates available for those as well.

I already called and changed my rates to AAA. I had originally booked the "Free Tickets - 4 nights or more" special and when I changed to AAA I lost the 2 "free" tickets. I already had my tickets before any rates were available. Uni tix, including tax, were $91.59 each, so $183.18 for 2. I saved $191.70 by changing to the AAA rate at HRH and losing the 2 tix free. . so, not a big difference, but I saved more by using the AAA rate and losing the free ticket for 4 nights or more rate I had originally booked.

BTW - my rate changed for Fri and Sat nights. Here's my AAA rates for garden view:
Monday April 28, 2008 through Thursday May 1, 2008 = $251.10 per night
Friday May 2, 2008 - Sunday May 4, 2008 = $264.60 per night

Total = $1,533.60 add tax (12.5%) $191.70 = $1,725.30 for 6 nights
Average rate per night including tax is $287.55

Update: I just received an excellent e-mail confirmation showing my rate change, dates, special request I made and alot of other great information! Very impressed with the speed of this confirmation as I only called just over an hour ago.

[rpbert1]

AAA rates last year started at about 10%, then i think another 2 reductions came out , as i had to call and get the new rates applied 3 times.
Eventually worked out at about 20% same as supersaver rate, but AAA is a qualifying rate .

[Mikelly1221]

I just called to have the AAA rate applied to my June 26-28th reservation at RPH, and they told me they weren't in the system yet, that they would be in at the end of the month. HELP! :confused3

[rpbert1]

Mikelly1221 call back, i am just off the phone and got new rate applied to my booking, and do not forget to ask for an email confirmation

[Mikelly1221]

OK, I called back and yes, they were there! For June 26th I got a AAA rate of $219.60 at RPH and for June 27th I got $233.10 (all b4 tax-rate difference reflects weekend increase). :cool1:

Thanks for the help! :thumbsup2

[rpbert1]

excellent, they seem to be putting the rates up for Friday and Saturday stays next year, they never done that this year

[wwessing]

excellent, they seem to be putting the rates up for Friday and Saturday stays next year, they never done that this year


I wondered about that when I made my original ressie. . rates changed for Fri and Sat nights. I've seen that plenty at other hotels, but have never read anything about it here. I guess I assumed it was business as usual, so no one talked about it. We've never stayed onsite before, so this is my first experience with these hotels. My rate went up $13.50 for Fri & Sat nights. So, this is something new here?

[wwessing]

AAA rates last year started at about 10%, then i think another 2 reductions came out , as i had to call and get the new rates applied 3 times.
Eventually worked out at about 20% same as supersaver rate, but AAA is a qualifying rate .

How did you know to call and get new AAA rates applied each time? See it here....?

Obviously I shouldn't just sit back and figure I've got the best rate. . . I should remain ever vigilant. I figured I would continue to check the HRH website for supersaver rates as our time gets closer. . . none out for our dates right now.

[rpbert1]

Yes someone would usually post when rates change, also you can look on the AAA site , and i have seen them on Bookit.com

[grcmag]

we changed our super saver rate for a club room at hrh from $305 to $287.20 per night going jan 17 for 3 nights. started at $349 per night so really pleased.:goodvibes

does work out to be 20% off rate published rates for jan 08 and they confirmed our lowes welcome gift with the aaa rate. the trip will be here before we know it!!

[IMGONNABE40!]

Thank you for this thread. I was able to apply the AAA rate to my August stay at PBH. Saved 15%. :cool1:

[joycepa]

:thumbsup2
I just called and got the AAA discount applied to our room at RPR for April. I got April 25 & 26 for $220.15 and April 27 for $207.40. :banana:

[AlexandNessa]

Wow, that kinda sux that they are raising the AAA rates on weekends next year. Sometimes AAA rates are 10% off HRH, but last year at least they were usually 20% off RPR and PBH.

Also, in May our Super Saver rate counted for our upgrade, LF amenities, and late check out. Hoping our November stay does too.

[rpbert1]

Even better , just got the parking comp for our stay.

[Mikelly1221]

Even better , just got the parking comp for our stay.

OK, I'll ask...HOW?!?!?!?!:confused3

[vacation dreamer]

I have a rate of $182.00 + tax for January (no AAA discount). I was just at AAA and they got a quote for $171.20 per night.

[rpbert1]

OK, I'll ask...HOW?!?!?!?!:confused3
I called as my email rates where wrong and asked about parking deals, because of how long we are staying [21 nights] they gave us the comp parking.

[wwessing]

Yep. . . a very wise lady (Damo) once told me "it never hurts to ask". So the worst they can do is say no if you ask for your parking to be comped. I'm going to.

[crazy4dis]

Has anyone tried to get AAA rates for the beginning of January 2008. We will be there the 2nd thru the 7th. I called last night and was told rates weren't in yet and might never be. :confused3

[wwessing]

Has anyone tried to get AAA rates for the beginning of January 2008. We will be there the 2nd thru the 7th. I called last night and was told rates weren't in yet and might never be. :confused3


Check the AAA site and also, I would call back. Are you calling the hotel directly? It may be that there are not going to be any discounted rates for those dates. . . keep checking.

Update: I just checked the AAA website and there are rates out for your dates. I saw $195.20 for HRH. . . didn't check the others, but saw they were also available.

[crazy4dis]

I am calling the hotel directly and was told to also check the Loews site also. I checked the Loews site and nothing showed up for the AAA. I'll have to check the AAA site like you suggested.

I have been unable to upgrade to a PBH suite for Jan 5 and 6. I'm still getting conflicting information, I've been told the suites are sold out and also told that the suites have not been released past Jan 4. Seems like a crazy way to run a business.

[wwessing]

I am calling the hotel directly and was told to also check the Loews site also. I checked the Loews site and nothing showed up for the AAA. I'll have to check the AAA site like you suggested.

I have been unable to upgrade to a PBH suite for Jan 5 and 6. I'm still getting conflicting information, I've been told the suites are sold out and also told that the suites have not been released past Jan 4. Seems like a crazy way to run a business.

Did you see the update to my previous post regarding the AAA rates? I was updating while you were posting:thumbsup2

Sorry, can't help with the suite info. . . but I'll be someone will be along soon who may have suggestions or information regarding that situation. I know that I have gotten conflicting information when calling myself, but I think that can happen anywhere. I just call back, get management on the line and ususally get a straight answer. Honestly, the best information I've gotten has been right here. Keep posting and reading these threads and I can guarantee you will get any questions you have answered.

[crazy4dis]

Thanks wwessing. I'll keep checking the posts.

I don't know how far downstate you are, we were down in Carbondale this past weekend for the IHSA Girls AA Golf Tournament. Beautiful country.

[gogo65]

Has anyone tried to get AAA rates for the beginning of January 2008. We will be there the 2nd thru the 7th. I called last night and was told rates weren't in yet and might never be. :confused3

I called last night and booked AAA at HRH for the 4th and 5th Jan.:cool1:
I have a pool view room for $242.10+tax.

I know when I first tried to book a room a few months ago I was told there was nothing available at PBH and HRH, I spoke with the reservation manager about this and she stated that both hotels were fully booked for a conference, I kept trying and finally rooms became available at HRH so I booked this, but I was still unable to book a room at PBH, keep trying something should be come available.:thumbsup2

[wwessing]

Thanks wwessing. I'll keep checking the posts.

I don't know how far downstate you are, we were down in Carbondale this past weekend for the IHSA Girls AA Golf Tournament. Beautiful country.

It's a good idea to keep checking back as often as you can because you just never know what you will find here. I got tickets to Sea World and Busch Gardens for $25 apiece. . . just because I read these boards daily. Never would have know about them and would have ended up paying 3 times as much if it hadn't have been for some wonderful poster!

It is beautiful here. . . we are very fortunate to live in such a beautiful area, especially during the Fall. I'm north of Carbondale. We live in a small community outside of Springfield, so not too awful far from Carbondale.

[jmpellet]

My local AAA site still does not show the discount. For those of you that booked successfull did you (1) book on aaa.com, (2) call Loews reservation, or (3) book online at the loews site (I don't even see where the AAA discount would come into play)? Thanks!

[crazy4dis]

I called Loews last night and was able to reserve PBR for Jan 2-5 for $215 with the AAA discount. I was told there are 7 conventions there Jan 5 and forward so right now there are no AAA discounts. I still have the suite upgrade for those 3 days only. My rate for Jan 5-6 is closer to $300. I also have the Supersaver rate reserved for Jan 2-7 for $235 but then there is no suite upgrade. I guess when it gets closer to that time I will have to decide which to cancel. I'd rather have the suite for 3 days then not at all so more than likely I'll give up the Supersaver rate and hope for a suite to open. Confusing isn't it??

By the way, this rate is for 3 adults and 1 child. Crazy how they think a college student is an adult.

[crazy4dis]

[QUOTE=wwessing;21324738]It's a good idea to keep checking back as often as you can because you just never know what you will find here. I got tickets to Sea World and Busch Gardens for $25 apiece. . . just because I read these boards daily. Never would have know about them and would have ended up paying 3 times as much if it hadn't have been for some wonderful poster!



Forgot to ask, how did you get Sea World tickets for $25?

[wwessing]

My local AAA site still does not show the discount. For those of you that booked successfull did you (1) book on aaa.com, (2) call Loews reservation, or (3) book online at the loews site (I don't even see where the AAA discount would come into play)? Thanks!

I had a reservation at HRH. A few days ago someone posted that the AAA rates were out. I called HRH and was told that they were available, so I changed my rate to the available AAA. Others here have said they were having trouble getting the AAA rate. . . call the hotel directly. If you did that, and were told there were no AAA rates, call again. I also went to AAA.com and was able to see the discounted rates for all 3 hotels. What are your dates?

[wwessing]

[QUOTE=wwessing;21324738]It's a good idea to keep checking back as often as you can because you just never know what you will find here. I got tickets to Sea World and Busch Gardens for $25 apiece. . . just because I read these boards daily. Never would have know about them and would have ended up paying 3 times as much if it hadn't have been for some wonderful poster!



Forgot to ask, how did you get Sea World tickets for $25?

Perusing these threads. I went to the Sea World forum and found a post about the $25 tickets. Those tickets are no longer available, but my point was that you never know what you will find. . . something new every day . . so you should visit often.

[bubba's mom]

By the way, this rate is for 3 adults and 1 child. Crazy how they think a college student is an adult.

18+ is considered adult.... they do charge an extra $25/nite for each adult after the first 2....but, beats paying for a whole nother room :rolleyes:

they gave us the comp parking.

:banana: 'bout freakin' time! :thumbsup2 Considering how much business you give those people!

[jmpellet]

The dates I am trying for are 7/8 - 7/10/2008 and my local southern new england shows nothing???

[bubba's mom]

jmpellet... i would just call and say you're getting a quote .... they will be more than happy to tell you what the AAA rate is ...... they WILL ask you if you want to put a hold on the room, but, you don't have to.

[MCazer]

I booked the Royal Pacific last week for $214/night ($240 includes taxes) for 2 nights Aug 22-24, 2008.

Ok, so I read this board, and sign into AAA, and find $223 rate (which includes tax). So I call the reservation number for Loews/Royal Pacific and the lady tells me that the AAA rate is not showing, and that I should book through the AAA website, and then cancel the reservation I have now.

Ok, so I follow the process on the AAA website, but they say there is a $25 cancellation/change fee. Well, since I have so much time to keep checking, and the rates have usually gone down for me, I don't want to lock in a price of $223 with AAA to have it go lower, and then get charged a $25 change fee.

Anyone familiar with this? Do they really charge you the $25 if your price goes down? Doesn't seem right.

[wwessing]

I booked directly through the hotel (HRH), not AAA. I would call the hotel directly again and see what they say. If you still get the same response, I think I would contact the manager because we know there are AAA rates out and available. If you can see them on the AAA website, they should be able to offer them through hotel ressies. That way, you won't have any cancellation/change fees. Some people make a reservation and change it 3 or 4 times before they actually settle for a rate. There's no fee for that through the hotel.

[mareed]

Would someone who is able to check AAA rates online check to see if RPR is available for March 19-20 (1 night)? Pretty please? I do have AAA, but when I log in, it seems to be powered by Travelocity (or something like that - I don't remember what it was), and didn't list AAA rates (at least for my date).

The rate is really high - $324, and when I called yesterday to see if AAA rate was available, I was told it wasn't. This is for standard view, standard room. I asked about an obstructed view room that I thought I'd read about here, but they told me the standard view at $324 was the lowest. I don't really even want the hassle of staying here for 1 night, and we really just wanted the FOTL for 2 days. I seriously don't know if it's worth that much though! This is for 2 adults & 2 children.

[wwessing]

I pasted what I found on AAA.com. Rates are high, but your dates are very close to Easter, 2008. I don't think there are many discounted rates available during those peak times. Anyway, here you go:


Universal's Royal Pacific Resort, a Loews Hotel

6300 Hollywood Way
Orlando FL 32819
Phone: (407) 503-3000
Fax: (407) 503-3010

Price: No Rates

Credit Cards: AX, DC, DS, MC, VI

ROOM & RATE DETAILS View All Room Types
Hide All Room Types View All Room Rates
Rates shown are based on 2 adults unless otherwise noted. See below for more information.

$324.00 USD Hide More Room Types
Standard Room 2 Queen Beds 335 Sq Ft Relaxing Tropical Decor Seasonal Rate. Book Now

$324.00 USD
Standard Room King Bed 335 Sq Ft Relaxing Tropical Decor Seasonal Rate. Book Now

$354.00 USD Hide More Room Types
Water View 2 Queen Beds 335 Sq Ft Relaxing Tropical Room Overlooking Pool or Seasonal Rate. Book Now

$354.00 USD
Water View King Bed 335 Sq Ft Relaxing Tropical Room Overlooking Pool or Seasonal Rate. Book Now

$434.00 USD Hide More Room Types
Club Room 2 Queen Beds Sleeps Up To 5 Special Benefits Include Continental Brkfst Seasonal Rate. Book Now

$434.00 USD
Club Room King Bed Sleeps Up To 3 Special Benefits Include Continental Brkfst Seasonal Rate. Book Now

Rates shown are based on 2 adults in a room unless otherwise noted and may not include taxes, service charges, fees, extra person charges, or any other incidentals. Lodgings may temporarily increase room rates or modify policies during a special event or holiday. Discounts normally offered at some lodgings may not apply during special events or holiday periods. Special rates and discounts may not apply to all room rates.

Special Note: To receive AAA/CAA member rates as identified above, a AAA/CAA membership card must be presented at check-in. Only two rooms per member may be booked at the AAA rate.

[vellamint]

I booked the Royal Pacific last week for $214/night ($240 includes taxes) for 2 nights Aug 22-24, 2008.

Ok, so I read this board, and sign into AAA, and find $223 rate (which includes tax). So I call the reservation number for Loews/Royal Pacific and the lady tells me that the AAA rate is not showing, and that I should book through the AAA website, and then cancel the reservation I have now.

Ok, so I follow the process on the AAA website, but they say there is a $25 cancellation/change fee. Well, since I have so much time to keep checking, and the rates have usually gone down for me, I don't want to lock in a price of $223 with AAA to have it go lower, and then get charged a $25 change fee.

Anyone familiar with this? Do they really charge you the $25 if your price goes down? Doesn't seem right.


Are you sure it said a $25 change fee? I ask because I just booked our trip and was going through the AAA website and in one area (I think the Universal Icon area) there was a fee....but when I booked it by just going through the generic travel website (hotel only) I did not see ANYTHING about a change fee.....

I'm gonna be upset if there is .... I booked the HRH for 2 nights at $225 per night (not including taxes) and then was just playing around to see how much 3 nights would cost and it brought the per night charge down to $196 (not including taxes) so I changed to 3 nights.

[mareed]

I pasted what I found on AAA.com. Rates are high, but your dates are very close to Easter, 2008. I don't think there are many discounted rates available during those peak times. Anyway, here you go:
$324.00 USD Hide More Room Types
Standard Room 2 Queen Beds 335 Sq Ft Relaxing Tropical Decor Seasonal Rate. Book Now


Thanks for checking! That's what we have booked - I just wanted to confirm elsewhere that there were no AAA rates. Now we just have to decide if it's worth that much money!

[MCazer]

Are you sure it said a $25 change fee? I ask because I just booked our trip and was going through the AAA website and in one area (I think the Universal Icon area) there was a fee....but when I booked it by just going through the generic travel website (hotel only) I did not see ANYTHING about a change fee.....

I'm gonna be upset if there is .... I booked the HRH for 2 nights at $225 per night (not including taxes) and then was just playing around to see how much 3 nights would cost and it brought the per night charge down to $196 (not including taxes) so I changed to 3 nights.

I signed into AAA NY, and I just copied and pasted this from the reservation page:

Fri Aug 22 to Sun Aug 24 Adults: 2 Children: 2
RULES FOR THIS RATE


Room: Standard

Cancellation: If cancellations are received more than 14 days prior to 12:00 on the date of scheduled check-in, the cancellation fee is $25 USD per reservation, plus any additional hotel or other cancellation fees which may apply. If cancellations are received less than 14 days prior to 12:00 noon on the date of scheduled check-in, the cancellation fee is the first night room and tax charges, unless otherwise noted at time of reservation. Failure to check-in to the hotel as scheduled without prior notice of cancellation (no show) will result in no refund and the balance of any reservation will be cancelled and nonrefundable. Separate cancellation fees or booking conditions may apply over holiday or special event periods and will be disclosed at the time of booking. Any change to an existing hotel reservation will result in a $25 USD administrative fee.

Rate: Total Rate: USD $446.00
Rate includes taxes and is valid for all travelers
Award points and airline mileage may not be awarded when booking this rate

[vellamint]

Okay I went back to my reservation and this is what I have (copied and pasted)

Cancellation: 100.00 Percent Of Day Of Arrival Ratex1
Cancel By 6pm 13aug08 Local Property Time To Avoid Penalties

So as long as I cancel before 6 pm on August 13th I am okay....right?

[vellamint]

Oh and while I have the attention of people using AAA rates.....can I call and request a specific room or area? Can the hotel reservationists see my reservation even though I booked it through the AAA website? Can I add my Loews first number for any benefits or do AAA not get them? and lastly... ARE THERE AAA RATES ON CABANAS LOL (jk)

[wwessing]

Yes, you can call and put in any request you want. If you are a Loews First member, you should call and add your number to your reservation so you get the perks and AAA is a qualifying stay.

Wouldn't it be lovely if we could get AAA rates on cabanas :wizard: If only. .

[jtdl]

HRH - Jan 16-21 - obstructed view with CAA rate - $183 that's only $12/night more than my original ressie at RPR :banana: (Just hope I made the right decision in switching to HRH!)

[jmpellet]

I called the resort directly and my rate would be 207.40 (regular room) for 7/8 - 7/11/2008 at RPR.

[ky07]

was that the AAA rate cause online I was looking at 7-6 to 7-11-08 and it said 228.00 a night:confused3

[jmpellet]

Mine was the AAA rate via loews reservations. My local AAA has obviously not uploaded their yet though...

[shelly3girls]

I called and was told that they are not offering any AAA rates for my date (3/29). She said it was too popular of a time. The cheapest I could get was $355 for an obstructed room. Has anyone found a cheaper rate for this time?

[wwessing]

I called and was told that they are not offering any AAA rates for my date (3/29). She said it was too popular of a time. The cheapest I could get was $355 for an obstructed room. Has anyone found a cheaper rate for this time?


Easter in 2008 is early. . . March 23. . . . so the few weeks before and after are going to be very busy with spring break. Since this is peak season, it is doubtful any of the hotels will offer discounts. That was our issue too. We were going to have to go during spring break, but our district decided it was too soon after the 2 week winter break and didn't include a spring break in our 2007-2008 school year :confused3 :confused3 :confused3 Since we had already planned spring vacation, and it is the only time of the year my dh can take time off due to his employment, we decided to take our kids out of school for our own spring break, but we were able to plan around Easter and traditional spring break weeks. We are now going at the end of april/beginning of May and it has made a significant difference in the prices. So, unfortunately, I think you are going to be stuck with those ridiculous rates. We had decided it would be worth it anyway.

[doubled07]

I booked the AAA rates at RPH for my weekend dates in June 08 (13-16) directly thru the Universal website for a an average daily rate of 215. Now I'm hoping they go down even further, but that's probably just a wish.

DD
Texas:cool1:

[disney's daughter]

I called up about my dates...Feb 13th- Feb 18th. (I already had reservations including two adult park tickets per room)...I was told that in order to get the AAA rate (for that time period)...We would have to have one king bed (instead of two queens), no park tickets included, and more expensive rooms...So...since it would end up costing me more...I'm staying with what I have...:confused3

[Laz]

I was told AAA rate for June will not be out until November.

Universal could lose a lot of business to the Mouse if they don't start offering discount rates.:confused3

[AlexandNessa]

I was told AAA rate for June will not be out until November.

Universal could lose a lot of business to the Mouse if they don't start offering discount rates.:confused3

Huh? Disney doesn't often release "codes" 6 months in advance. Or AP rates. Do you honestly think that the Loews Orlando hotels are going to lose to the Mouse based solely on them not releasing AAA rates more than 6 months in advance?

[Sleepy]

I was told AAA rate for June will not be out until November.

I think you need to call back and talk to someone who knows what they are talking about. I have a ressie for late August and got AAA.

[bubba's mom]

I was told AAA rate for June will not be out until November.

Universal could lose a lot of business to the Mouse if they don't start offering discount rates.:confused3

First, I'm not sure who "told" you AAA for June won't be out till November because I have AAA rate booked for June AND July....so, your "source of info" is incorrect (a lot of others have posted they also booked AAA for next June)

I don't think Universal is going to lose a "lot" of business to the mouse over rates..... For one, the onsite hotels at Universal are much better value than Disney deluxes..... I think Universal offers MORE discounts than WDW and earlier too....You can make your res at any time and call back to have the AAA or other discount 'code' applied.....

[ky07]

Bubbasmom is right I got the AAA rate for rpr for july 6-11 for 228.00 a night and that was for 5 and for 4 it was 207.00 a night so we are trying to figure in all the things we need to see if we can afford it.:cool1:

[bubba's mom]

Bubbasmom is right I got the AAA rate for rpr for july 6-11 for 228.00 a night and that was for 5 and for 4 it was 207.00 a night so we are trying to figure in all the things we need to see if we can afford it.:cool1:

You'll be there when we're there...hopefully a "meet" will work for us....already have a "meet" in the works with rpbert1 :goodvibes

[ky07]

You'll be there when we're there...hopefully a "meet" will work for us....already have a "meet" in the works with rpbert1 :goodvibes

That would be great me and my family love uso and we are trying to stay onsite for the first time.:banana:

[bubba's mom]

That would be great me and my family love uso and we are trying to stay onsite for the first time.:banana:

You are gonna love it and be soooo spoiled! :love:

[ky07]

You are gonna love it and be soooo spoiled! :love:

I hope so cause I have to figure out something special for my DW on july the 7th cause its our 14 year wedding aniversary:dance3:

[keishashadow]

I think what's throwing most people off is that ALL the AAA rates aren't out for '08.

WDW onsite AAA rates are posted once for the whole upcoming year; instead of separate release dates.

I checked last week for Loews Oct & Dec. '08 on local AAA website; no rates listed at all...not even rack.

Assume, they'll update them soon.:wizard:

[bubba's mom]

I think what's throwing most people off is that ALL the AAA rates aren't out for '08.

WDW onsite AAA rates are posted once for the whole upcoming year; instead of separate release dates.

I checked last week for Loews Oct & Dec. '08 on local AAA website; no rates listed at all...not even rack.

Assume, they'll update them soon.:wizard:

Didn't macraven say she books Oct in January?? I think that's when they release rack...but she'd know better when AAA releases ;)

[bubba's mom]

I hope so cause I have to figure out something special for my DW on july the 7th cause its our 14 year wedding aniversary:dance3:

A nice romantic dinner at Emerils or Tchop Chop maybe :confused3 How about a massage or trip to the spa? Can you get massages in cabanas? :confused3 At PBH i think there are hot tubs by the pool :rolleyes1 Heck, just a moonlight stroll on the walking paths are romantic too!

[ky07]

A nice romantic dinner at Emerils or Tchop Chop maybe :confused3 How about a massage or trip to the spa? Can you get massages in cabanas? :confused3 At PBH i think there are hot tubs by the pool :rolleyes1 Heck, just a moonlight stroll on the walking paths are romantic too!

Yeah I think she would love dinner at emerils casue she was a little upset when she didn't get to have dinner there this year but then agian we stayed offsite and when ya have a DS 15 and DS 11 with ya its kind hard to do and when all they want to do is stay in the pool but this year the mother-in-law wants to go so I figure we leave the kids with her and we can do the romantic walk and dinner at emerils and maybe a few drinks.:yay:

[Mikelly1221]

I don't know if this will be helpful to anyone, but I learned that if you book 3 or more nights, the AAA rate is better. I only booked 2 nights and have an avg. rate of $226.00 per night, while others have an avg. rate of I think around $219.00 who are staying longer.

Anyway, I'm a Universal newbie, but in talking with reservations at Universal, I think this is what I've discovered. If anyone finds this info is in error, please share. :)

[jaff87]

I don't know if this will be helpful to anyone, but I learned that if you book 3 or more nights, the AAA rate is better. I only booked 2 nights and have an avg. rate of $226.00 per night, while others have an avg. rate of I think around $219.00 who are staying longer.

Anyway, I'm a Universal newbie, but in talking with reservations at Universal, I think this is what I've discovered. If anyone finds this info is in error, please share. :)

What are your dates?

[Mikelly1221]

June 26-28th. The 27th is a bit more than the 26th because it's a Friday night.

[bubba's mom]

June 26-28th. The 27th is a bit more than the 26th because it's a Friday night.

::yes:: We're at PBH that Friday nite (June 27th)...more money cuz it's Friday....

Friday and Saturday nite stays are a bit more money.....something they just started....oh well... :rolleyes:

[bubba's mom]

We now have a "Date & Rate ....2008" thread....feel free to post yours there and I will update it!

[rpbert1]

June 26-28th. The 27th is a bit more than the 26th because it's a Friday night.

staying 1 week night and 1 weekend , the average is obviously going to be more than if you stayed 2 week nights and 1 weekend.
Staying longer does not get cheaper rates , rates are the same.
I would call and get the rates verified, i arrive 30th June my average rate is $211 a night- the rates are weeknight $207 and weekend goes up to approx $220