[vcf-midatlantic] OT: Recommendations for Hotels in InfoAge area

[Dean Notarnicola]

Unless we can guarantee a minimum volume, most hotels will not offer a
“convention discount” unless we subsidize the cost if the minimum is not
met.

As well, prices fluctuate very frequently these days, based on many factors
besides season, and potentially making any price estimates inaccurate.

Making a list of costs for hotels would be a very time-intensive process
for Jeff.
Therefore, the  lesson is that one needs to take the recommendations on
face value and make some phone call to see what is available/affordable.



On Fri, Feb 11, 2022 at 11:30 AM Herb Johnson via vcf-midatlantic <
vcf-midatlantic at lists.vcfed.org> wrote:

> To be brief: People are suggesting hotels, but not costs. "Pricey",
> "affordable", "cheap" are undefined. Well, cost is subject-relevant. If
> one doesn't want to name their actual cost, maybe they can suggest
> "affordable from $X to $Y". Because Jersey Shore costs are seasonal, one
> might also mention the month they stayed.
>
> Likely prices in April, are something Jeff Brace can check upon when he
> produces his recommendation list for publication. Covid shortages will
> likely raise prices. He might consider arranging for a "convention
> hotel" with a discounted rate, if the terms are acceptable and available.
>
> Regards, Herb Johnson
>
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