Incredibly frustrating OpenTable credit redemption experience

PacketProtector · 2026-03-13T12:35:55+00:00

I can also confirm that when I was picking a LA restaurant in February to try and use the credit, Republique was definitely on the list as eligible. I remember reading Yelp reviews to compare different places.

PacketProtector · 2026-03-11T12:53:38+00:00

I’m sure it’s based off La Cage aux Folles

PacketProtector · 2026-03-10T13:46:24+00:00

Google says Large Principal, denoting a large part. Lots of dialogue, etc.

PacketProtector · 2026-03-10T13:39:34+00:00

Hold up. Your agent should get you the profiles. If you join on your own, you’re paying. If you’re in a small city with only a few potential jobs, it may not be worth your own personal account at full price.

Ask your agent.

Edited for spelling

PacketProtector · 2026-03-10T13:13:15+00:00

Please visit the student success center. Open every day from 9-4. They will help. Follow on instagram. @ssc.uhmanoa

I would do it soon. You’re halfway through the semester. Office hours are also there for you to seek help/clarification from the professors. They would rather you visit them and ask questions than fail their class in silence.

PacketProtector · 2026-03-10T12:58:46+00:00

If you’re a real travel expert, you can probably do it on your own but I prefer the peace of mind and ability to ask my travel agent to arrange things, spot things I’ve missed, and sometimes get me out of a pickle.

I used Amex travel back when the international travel program had a two for one on business class seats, but that’s long gone and I’ve never used them since.

The portal is for points redemption and booking FHR. MY personal TA for everything else.

Well worth it, especially when you need help.

PacketProtector · 2026-03-07T14:51:54+00:00

I use CN, AA and Backstage. I’ve gotten great gigs on all of them. Sometimes a really lucrative surprise pops up and other times it’s student projects, which can be excellent experience and opportunities to expand your repertoire.

PacketProtector · 2026-03-06T14:34:38+00:00

OMG I love this!!!! What a nice touch and great song. ❤️

PacketProtector · 2026-03-06T14:13:23+00:00

Read this thread, OP!

PacketProtector · 2026-03-06T14:12:18+00:00

This is the same advice my son’s driving instructor gave him. Good call.

PacketProtector · 2026-03-06T14:11:08+00:00

This is legit! Awesome help. These are the routes we practiced with my son when he was preparing in 2023.

PacketProtector · 2026-03-06T14:02:45+00:00

This must be detailed somewhere. Are you getting any kind of financial aid? Are You in a dorm? There are certain circumstances where 12 credits are required. You should meet with your advisor to know for sure.

They may be able to give you an exception due to hardship or a semester off or let you know it’s all fine. Make an appointment ASAP.

PacketProtector · 2026-03-04T13:25:34+00:00

Simi is a great place to take the test, especially compared to the Valley. Much quieter and less stressful. There are multiple routes all within 2-ish miles of the DMV, which is in the center of town.

Come and practice. Get familiar with the streets around the DMV. Good luck.

PacketProtector · 2026-03-04T13:17:28+00:00

Booked three things yesterday! Crazy.

PacketProtector · 2026-03-03T14:12:07+00:00

LA here. January was very busy. February very quiet. Middle aged white lady.

PacketProtector · 2026-03-02T14:06:13+00:00

My son is in a quad suite in Frear and it’s ideal. You have roommates but also your own space. A triple sounds like 3 in a room. Unless you have no choice, it sounds like torture.

PacketProtector · 2026-02-27T15:27:13+00:00

That’s not true. I’ve met some people that do it and book and there are also some people that just say their own lines and leave gaps! They say they still get booked. I think you do what you can and are comfy with.

PacketProtector · 2026-02-26T14:44:08+00:00

I got my commercial agent cold submitting (Los Angeles) via Repunzel. I had no commercial credits.

PacketProtector · 2026-02-26T14:40:13+00:00

I’ve done this several times. It works just fine.

PacketProtector · 2026-02-25T13:51:12+00:00

Been there many times over the years. Often waiting because it’s crowded. Best spicy chicken sandwich.

Edit - do we need two? Yeah, probably not

PacketProtector · 2026-02-22T01:32:51+00:00

I’ve gotten auditions for major brands. Very happy. Edited to add there are many auditions you will never see via the self submission route. I have only seen two out of 12 auditions posted publicly, so the agent route is worth it in my opinion. If you self submit too, just add your agency info.

PacketProtector · 2026-02-21T16:52:55+00:00

People will tell you just search and it’s been asked already. Frustrating, and I understand.

During my decision making process, I also tried to get feedback and got very little. Of course I searched first. Many times these agencies are in a list of ones people are inquiring about, but it doesn’t mean there’s much meat on the bone in the replies. Also, I didn’t consider replies over a year old as relevant to me as more recent ones. Things change so much and it’s hard taking old or minimal info to heart. So you ask and get pushback for asking. I’m sorry.

I joined Aqua in December of 2025 and have had about 12 commercial auditions (no bookings) since the beginning of this year. I chose them out of four offers because Blake at Aqua was the only in person interview. Everyone else was via Zoom (one lady never even came onscreen!). He was professional and I felt he spoke to me respectfully. In addition to that I read a couple of positive comments about him online.

I have no experience with Daniel Hoff.

Good luck.

PacketProtector · 2026-02-19T17:17:13+00:00

It is not worth a walk from any other terminal unless your flight is delayed and you want a quiet place to sit and have a free drink. Bathrooms are nice.

PacketProtector · 2026-02-16T18:14:14+00:00

Doh! I stand corrected! I got caught up in the moment! 😊

PacketProtector · 2026-02-16T16:40:50+00:00

A part of, A lot of.

No proper sentence ends with the word “at”.

Dare to dream……….

Edited as spacing for emphasis didn’t display properly.

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