April reservations and packages?

[MarcyMouse]

When do they typically release rates for the universal hotels? We are hoping to book something for spring break next april, but can't.

 

[damo]

Should be out in the next month. You can call and book but you just can't book online.

 

[ratfam]

I called Universal last week and they said that the April information would be available in the middle of August or the beginning of September. We are also looking to go April 2012 for our first trip and to stay onsite and I am curious as to the best way to get the best rate. Book early, use DU or a travel agent (is that even possible for onsite?), buy an AP, other thoughts?

 

[damo]

I called Universal last week and they said that the April information would be available in the middle of August or the beginning of September. We are also looking to go April 2012 for our first trip and to stay onsite and I am curious as to the best way to get the best rate. Book early, use DU or a travel agent (is that even possible for onsite?), buy an AP, other thoughts?

Discounts in April are rare, if any. Check old date and rate threads.

 

[dishm12/08]

I have reservations at both RPH & PRH the week of April 29 2012. I can't remember when they said AAA rates will be out.

 

[ratfam]

CRUD!!! Guess I will need to call them again tomorrow and see what the deal is and if I can book!

 

[ougrad86]

So although we cannot book online, we could call the reservation line and book HRH for April now?

 

[pixeegrl]

So although we cannot book online, we could call the reservation line and book HRH for April now?

Yep, and then when rates do come out online you can just call if you find a better deal and they will apply it to your reservation.

 

[rpbert1]

Rates are out now for next year on loews site

 

[pixeegrl]

Rates are out now for next year on loews site

Woohoo! Thanks! Just checked and none of the discounts appear to be online yet.

 

[rpbert1]

Will be a while before discounts start to come out for next year

 

[ougrad86]

Just talked to a reservations agent - she said to check the end of August for the discounts and they should be loaded. Hope so, this is really pricey . Guess that's what I get for going during Spring Break !

 

[damo]

Just talked to a reservations agent - she said to check the end of August for the discounts and they should be loaded. Hope so, this is really pricey . Guess that's what I get for going during Spring Break !

Discounts are added continually during the year as well so don't get discouraged.

 

[pixeegrl]

Discounts are added continually during the year as well so don't get discouraged.

Yep, I think our last trip I changed rate like 3 times! I would check every couple of weeks. It may not be necessary to check that often but I love planning lol.

 

[ougrad86]

I'm new to Universal. Where is the best place to watch for discounts, just keep trolling the resorts board or call them every so often?

The rates she gave me when I called were better than what I saw online. My friend called after I did and was quoted the higher price, but told her what I was told and she said "oh, you want the stay longer, save more deal".

Odd that it differed so much.