So now stop giving them your business. That's the only way they will learn.
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> On Apr 1, 2015, at 3:18 PM, misscraps@aol.com [vpFREE] <vpFREE@yahoogroups.com> wrote:
>
> Just got an email from my host, my planned June 7 star trip to Cincinnati
> is now a NOGO -- new rule changes -- argh -- no free rooms or "retreat" 7
> star 1500000 point trips to Cincinnati or Philadelphia or other properties
> that do not have their own hotel!
>
> See below for the new rules she sent me.
>
> She also said "you won't be happy!" Wow is she right - I just spent
> several hours getting all the flight information for said trip to send to her
> for both a 7 star trip and a 80000 point trip. I had spoken to a host in
> Cincinnati too about the trip -- no one knew about the changes until they just
> published the new rules.
>
> What a letdown for me personally, and I am sure for others of you.
>
> The rules don't say, but I am assuming the 80000 point aspiration trip is
> also excluded from these cities -- see below --
>
> Between the cutbacks on free play offers, and now 7 star cutbacks-- Caesars
> is going to be losing a lot of business.....
> -------------------------------------------------------
>
>
> Seven Stars Tier Status is by invitation only. Management reserves all
> rights to cancel, modify or alter this program at any time with no notice,
> unless required by regulation. Subject to eligibility and the Total Rewards®
> rules which are available at TotalRewards.com or any Total Rewards Center.
> CELEBRATION DINNER
> · This offer is limited to five (5) $100 vouchers of dining credit
> and each voucher is good for one-time use only. If the check exceeds the
> value of vouchers presented when dining, the excess should be charged to the
> member in the form of Reward Credits, cash or credit card, at the member's
> option.
> · Any remaining value on the vouchers not used when dining is
> considered forfeited.
> · All food and beverages must be consumed at the restaurant. No
> take-out orders are allowed.
> · Celebration Dinner may be redeemed while the member is on their
> Retreat.
> · Up to five (5) $100 redemptions per Seven Stars member, per year
> (defined as April 1, 2015 through March 31, 2016). Members with associated
> accounts in the state of Nevada or California will receive one Celebration
> Dinner per couple unless both associated members qualify for Seven Stars
> status.
> · Member may bring as many guests to dinner as they would like;
> there is no limit on the number of covers.
> · Reservations should be made through a casino host.
> · Offer valid only at participating dining establishments.
> · Gratuity is not included.
> · Alcohol may not be covered at some properties. See Total Rewards
> for details.
> COMPLIMENTARY ROOM
> · Caesars Entertainment properties that do not own/operate a hotel
> may not offer the Complimentary Room benefit, including but not limited to
> Harrah's Philadelphia, Horseshoe Hammond, Horseshoe Cleveland, Horseshoe
> Cincinnati, ThistleDown Racino, Harrah's Louisiana Downs, Horseshoe Council
> Bluffs, and Horseshoe Baltimore.
> · Room and tax only, unless otherwise provided for at management's
> discretion.
> · Room type accommodations are subject to availability; blackout
> dates apply and may vary by property.
> · Seven Stars member must call at least 48 hours in advance of
> requested stay to receive a complimentary room.
> · At a minimum, one room per night will be provided, with a
> maximum of four consecutive nights.
> · At Caesars Entertainment's discretion, Seven Stars members will
> receive an accommodations upgrade when available.
> · More advance notice is needed for high-demand periods, as
> defined by each individual Caesars Entertainment property.
> · If a room cannot be given at the hotel requested, Caesars
> Entertainment may offer the guest a room in a nearby property hotel, provided
> that property is in the same city.
> · If request is less than 48 hours before requested stay, the
> Seven Stars member will receive a room availability guarantee at the requested
> property or at a nearby Caesars Entertainment property, but the room will
> not necessarily be complimentary.
> · The restrictions for the age of accompanying guests and the
> number of nights between consecutive stays vary by property.
> · The Complimentary Room Benefit cannot be used consecutively with
> the Retreat Benefit and/or the Complimentary Room Benefit at another
> property. A minimum of four nights between any such stays is required.
> · Early check-in at 1pm, free of charge, based on availability.
> · Extended late check-out until 1 pm, free of charge, based on
> availability.
> COMPLIMENTARY EARLY CHECK-IN / LATE CHECK-OUT
> · Seven Stars members will redeem this benefit at the hotel front
> desk.
> · This benefit is based on availability.
> UPGRADE TO BEST AVAILABLE ROOM
> · Seven Stars members will redeem this benefit at the hotel front
> desk.
> · This benefit is based on availability.
> NO RESORT FEES
> · Where applicable.
> · The amenities covered by resort fees will vary by location.
> Please ask Reservations or Front Desk Agent for more details.
> · Resort Fees are not automatically assessed for Seven Stars
> member, but such packages may be purchased upon request with Reservations or
> Front Desk Agent.
> RETREAT
> · Caesars Entertainment property must be within the continental
> United States or Canada.
> · Caesars Entertainment properties that do not own/operate a hotel
> may not offer the Retreat benefit, including but not limited to Harrah's
> Philadelphia, Horseshoe Hammond, Horseshoe Cleveland, Horseshoe Cincinnati,
> ThistleDown Racino, Harrah's Louisiana Downs, Horseshoe Council Bluffs, and
> Horseshoe Baltimore.
> · Trip limited to two people, one of which must be the Seven Stars
> member.
> · All accompanying guests must be at least 21 years of age or 19
> years of age or older if traveling in Canada.
> · All travel must be fully completed no later than March 31, 2016.
> · One trip per customer per year (defined as April 1, 2015 through
> March 31, 2016); members with associated accounts in the state of Nevada
> or California will receive one trip per couple unless both associated
> members qualify for Seven Stars status.
> · Trip must be booked a minimum of 30 days in advance of travel
> date. Please contact a host at any Caesars Entertainment property to make
> your arrangements.
> · Your room stay is limited to a minimum two night stay and
> maximum total of four consecutive nights.
> · Room type accommodations are subject to availability; blackout
> dates apply and may vary by property. (Room and tax only.)
> · Certain blackout dates apply and vary by property.
> · Airfare expense limited to $1,200, applicable toward coach
> round-trip tickets. ($600 per person or $1,200 for Seven Stars member if
> traveling alone.) Anything over $1,200 must be covered using a Seven Stars member'
> s Reward Credits®, cash or credit card, at the member's option.
> · A $500 folio credit is included and may be applied to food,
> beverages and on-property shows for the entire trip. Some restrictions may
> apply. If the check exceeds $500, the excess should be charged to the member in
> the form of Reward Credits, cash or a credit card, at the member's option.
> · Transportation will be provided to and from the airport and the
> Total Rewards destination.
> · Retreat must be taken outside of the region where the Seven
> Stars guest plays most.
> · The Retreat Benefit cannot be used consecutively with the
> Complimentary Room Benefit at another property. A minimum of four nights between
> any such stays is required.
> · Completing the Seven Stars Retreat requires the package be
> completed in its entirety, which requires a room stay at any one TR property.
> COMPANION CARD
> · The Seven Stars Companion Card entitles its bearer to all Seven
> Stars priority service benefits, including Diamond/Seven Stars lounge
> access. Lounge access is limited to companion only, no guests. Lounge access may
> be restricted due to special events, private parties or during peak
> periods; during these periods, companions may be required to be accompanied by a
> Diamond or Seven Stars member. Other restrictions, fees and limits may
> apply and vary by property.
> · The Companion must adhere to all Total Rewards rules and
> regulations.
> · Card will be issued by a host or Total Rewards representative at
> any time during the year.
> · Both the Seven Stars member and the companion must be present in
> order to obtain a Companion Card.
> · Companion must be 21 years of age or older.
> · Card bearer's photo should appear on the back of the card. In
> states requiring signature strips, a signature strip will be placed on the
> back of the Card.
> · Each Seven Stars member can only elect one Companion per benefit
> year and cannot change the companion during that time for any reason.
> · An individual can only hold one Companion Card. For example,
> once a member reaches Seven Stars status, the Diamond Companion Card will be
> forfeited for a Seven Stars Companion Card.
> · Lost or stolen Cards may be replaced, but only in the name of
> the original Card bearer.
> · Associated accounts separated in the state of Nevada and
> California will both be eligible for a Seven Stars Companion Card if both members
> qualify for Seven Stars status. If both do not qualify, then only the
> primary Seven Stars cardholder will be granted a Companion Card.
> · Caesars Entertainment Services, LLC. reserves all rights to
> cancel or modify the Seven Stars Companion Card program at any time with no
> notice and can reclaim or cancel individual Companion Cards at its discretion.
> Companion Cards will be confiscated if the Seven Stars member loses
> his/her Seven Stars status.
> REWARD CREDITS TO FREE PLAY
> · Reward Credits for Free Play will be offered daily to all Total
> Rewards members with redemption values based on Tier Status.
> · Minimum daily requirement for all members is $5.00.
> · Maximum daily limit for all members is $500.
> · Offered in increments of $5 free play.
> DIAMOND/SEVEN STARS LOUNGES
> · Member must present their Total Rewards Card, and valid ID upon
> entering the Diamond or Seven Stars Lounges.
> · Diamond members may bring one additional guest into the Lounge
> with them. Seven Stars members may bring three additional guests into the
> Lounge with them. Seven Stars Companion Card holders are limited to
> admittance for themselves only.
> · Restrictions and fees may apply. See the Diamond/Seven Stars
> Lounge or Total Rewards Center for additional details.
> SIGNATURE EVENTS
> · Seven Stars members will be invited to attend a Signature Event
> of their choice in 2015. In 2015, there are four (4) different events
> members can choose from. For more details on these events, please refer to the
> Seven Stars Signature Event website at TotalRewards.com/SevenStars.
> · Seven Stars member can select only one event to attend.
> · Signature Event invitation does not include airfare.
> · Invitation to the event is open to all Seven Stars members.
> · Booking is subject to availability.
> · Member must call the following number to book an event
> 1-888-509-0519 (Signature Events cannot be booked online).
> · Signature Event invitation is limited to two people, both over
> the age of 21 years old, and 1 attendee must be the Seven Stars member.
> · Members can combine attendance with their Annual Retreat to
> cover travel expenses.
> · Members can utilize their Celebration Dinner during their
> attendance at a Signature Event.
> SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES
> · One Experience Credit will be awarded for every 250,000 Tier
> Credits earned based on 2015 Tier Score (defined as January 1, 2015 through
> December 31, 2015)
> · Signature Experience Credits may take up to seven days before
> being available for redemption.
> · All earned 2015 Signature Experience Credits must be redeemed
> between April 1, 2015 and May 31, 2016. Signature Experiences must be fully
> completed prior to June 30, 2016.
> · All unused 2015 Signature Experience Credits will expire on May
> 31, 2016 and cannot be combined with any Signature Experience Credits
> earned in 2016.
> · Signature Experience Credits are non-transferable,
> non-negotiable, and cannot be combined between Seven Stars members.
> · Signature Experiences must be booked a minimum of 10 days in
> advance, unless indicated otherwise.
> · Reservations are required to book any Signature Experience.
> · Signature Experience offers are non-transferable,
> non-negotiable, subject to availability, cancellation or change and must be redeemed in
> person at the specified property.
> · Room type accommodations are subject to availability; blackout
> dates apply and may vary by property. (Room and tax only.)
> · The restrictions for the age of accompanying guests and the
> number of nights between consecutive stays vary by Signature Experience and by
> property.
> · Some Signature Experiences may require a credit card at the time
> of booking.
> · No-shows or cancellations may result in credit card fees or the
> decrement of Reward Credits and/or Experience Credits.
> · If applicable, tickets or passes are subject to the requirements
> of the issuing party.
> · Caesars Entertainment is not responsible for cancelled or
> postponed events.
> · In the event of a cancelled or postponed event, the Signature
> Experience Credits will be credited back to the Seven Stars member for use on
> another Signature Experience.
> · Signature Experiences may be redeemed in conjunction with a
> Seven Stars Tier Benefit or offers. Some restrictions apply.
> · Guest must earn Signature Experience Credit(s) required prior to
> redeeming or booking.
> · For Tier Score qualifications please see Total Rewards Center or
> visit: TotalRewards.com/SevenStars.
> · Caesars Entertainment reserves the right to change the program
> or add or replace any Signature Experience at any time. Please visit:
> TotalRewards.com/SevenStars for the most current offerings and details.
> · See Signature Experiences online for details, rules and
> restrictions at: TotalRewards.com/SevenStars.
> CASINO GIFT SHOP DISCOUNT
> · Seven Stars members will receive 25% off retail purchases at
> participating outlets.
> · Members must present their Total Rewards Card at the time of
> purchase.
> · Member must present their photo ID at the time of purchase.
> · Cashier must also swipe card to allow Reward Credit earnings on
> remaining purchase.
> · Only valid on cash/credit purchases.
> · Exclusions may apply. See Gift Shop cashier for more details.
> eCATALOG DISCOUNT
> · Seven Stars members receive a 15% discount on selected items
> featured in the Total Rewards eCatalog.
> · Total Rewards eCatalog is available online at TotalRewards.com
> or TotalRewardsOrders.com.
> · Merchandise must be purchased by using at least 20% of the
> purchase price in Reward Credits.
> · Any portion paid with credit card is eligible to earn 1 Reward
> Credit per $1 spent.
> · A balance of 100 Reward Credits must remain on the Seven Stars
> members Total Rewards account for the order to be completed.
> · The number of items that a Seven Stars member can order using
> their 15% discount is not limited.
> · Seven Stars discount cannot be added onto any other discounts
> (for instance, a member cannot get an additional 15% discount off of an item
> that is already discounted).
> · Seven Stars discount cannot be applied to Gift Cards.
> NCL TIER DISCOUNT
> · Seven Stars members will receive a 30% discount for Insides to
> Mini-Suites accommodations and a 20% discount for Suites and above
> accommodations when booking vacations directly with Norwegian Cruise Line.
> · For a member to reserve their cruise using their Total Rewards
> discount, they have to contact a Personal Cruise Consultant with Norwegian
> Cruise Line at (877)742-9519.
> · Member must have their Total Rewards account number, or their
> name, zip code and Tier Status when they call, so that the booking agent is
> able to apply the correct discount.
> · The cruise consultant will verify Tier status prior to applying
> the discount.
> VOYAGE
> · Voyage limited to two people, one of which must be the Seven
> Stars member.
> · Sailings must be fully completed no later than March 31, 2016.
> · One trip per customer per year (defined as April 1, 2015 through
> March 31, 2016); members with associated accounts in the state of Nevada
> or California will receive one Voyage per couple unless both associated
> members qualify for Seven Stars status.
> · Member must call the following number to book a Voyage
> 1-877-742-9521. (Voyages cannot be booked online.)
> · Voyage Itineraries can be viewed online at NCL.com.
> · Customer will be required to provide a credit card number to
> reserve their Voyage. Members are responsible for transportation to the port,
> government taxes fees, and gratuities.
> VOYAGE - NCL TERMS & CONDITIONS:
> · Credit Card required at the time of booking. Guest is
> responsible for onboard service charges.
> · This certificate may be used in conjunction with the payment for
> a higher category stateroom, subject to availability, and the payment of
> additional charges, which apply. Third and fourth passenger accommodations
> may be provided, subject to availability, at an additional charge based on
> Norwegian's prevailing rates.
> · If two qualified players in the same household are each eligible
> for a certificate, they may each receive a certificate, but they must be
> redeemed for separate cruise dates. Alternatively, two household
> certificates may be combined for a single category upgrade on the cruise ship up to a
> mini suite stateroom.
> · Valid for cruises up to 7 days. Excludes Hawaii.
> · Use of this certificate is subject to full terms and conditions,
> visit www.ncl.com/certificate for more information. Valid for one
> complimentary cruise for cruise fare and/or discount through Norwegian Cruise Line'
> s ("Norwegian") Casino Reservation Center and is redeemable only by named
> individual and one (1) guest. Named individual or Casinos At Sea player club
> member must be present onboard or Norwegian will charge full cruise fare
> for the stateroom. Certificate is not valid for payment of any other
> services, products, fees or expenses. Subject to availability and blackout dates
> may apply. Certificate may not be sold, assigned or transferred, is
> non-refundable, and not redeemable for cash. Guests are responsible for Non
> Commissionable Fares (NCF's), government taxes, port expenses and fees.
> Promotional amenities are determined based on the complimentary stateroom offered not
> on the purchased upgrade. Norwegian Cruise Line reserves the right to
> charge a fuel supplement. Cancellation fees may apply. Travel protection is
> strongly recommended. Discretionary onboard service charges are additional and
> will be automatically be added to your onboard account. Guests are bound
> by Norwegian passenger ticket contract. ©2015 NCL CORPORATION LTD. SHIPS'
> REGISTRY: BAHAMAS AND UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
>
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