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Can I upgrade to Diamond Club when I arrive?

You can upgrade to the Diamond Club category by purchasing a Diamond Club room when booking your stay or purchase the upgrade at the time of check-in (based on availability).



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Start by introducing yourself and expressing your appreciation for the hotel's services. Then, explain why you think you deserve an upgrade - perhaps because of your loyalty as a frequent guest or because it's a special occasion like an anniversary or birthday.

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If the seat is available, the passenger pays for the upgrade on the flight. So while you shouldn't expect a free upgrade on a flight, you can still ask for upgrades from booking till boarding — and you may be able to pay your way to a much more comfortable seat.

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For anyone else searching this, it's extremely common for all inclusives to let you use the facilities (eat/drink/pool/beach/etc) prior to the check-in time or after the checkout time.

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Is it rude to ask for a free upgrade at a hotel? When it comes to a hotel room upgrade, ask and you shall receive. That's right, a polite request can sometimes do the trick, which surprises frequent guests like Allan Jordan.

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Here's the general formula I stick to:
  1. Find out the name of the person who makes the upgrade decisions. ...
  2. Address your email according to the hotel you're staying at. ...
  3. Tell them why you've chosen them specifically. ...
  4. Add some humour! ...
  5. Check the hotel's availability. ...
  6. End on a high. ...
  7. Tag the hotel on social media.


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How much should I tip the front desk for an upgrade? A $20 tip is the norm, but some of our users prefer to live large. Take a look at our 'best of' section to see what our users say to get some idea of what works at which hotels.

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Initially, passengers can contact their airline post-booking a flight to check for any paid upgrade availability. The next best option is to ask at the check-in desk of your flight. If all else fails, don't give up just yet! There are almost always passengers in business or first class who fail to make their flight.

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It is possible to ask for an upgrade at the airport gate, even if you have already checked-in online and booked a seat.

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While tipping may not be required at some all-inclusive resorts, many guests prefer to do so. In the event that you would like to tip staff during your all-inclusive vacation, it is important to find out in advance whether staff would even be allowed to accept those tips.

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A Butler should not have his hands on his back when delivering or serving. During royal events, a Butler ought to keep his arms by his sides, and the hands must be folded away gently. 6. Each time a Butler wants to enter a room, he should knock on the door thrice.

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$200 to 300 per cruise is average although some may prefer to tip more. Butlers tend to be offered on luxury cruise lines, and many of those – including Regent Seven Seas and Silversea – have tips already included, which are designed to cover the butler. But that doesn't stop people from tipping extra.

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