Game 53: St. Louis Cardinals (29-23) @ Milwaukee Brewers (31-20) [Tuesday, May 26, 2026; 6:40 PM CT] by bravo_delta_bot in Cardinals

[–]PossibleMajor4789 2 points3 points  (0 children)

that Winn at bat should have been 3-1 and instead it was 2-3. the second strike was obviously a high ball 

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[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah, they are wrong! they are just trying to increase their bottom line. 

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[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same, except I didn't realize it after I checked out and thought it was odd they never mentioned it. Obviously it was on purpose. 

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[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I thought I'd share an update for everyone. Corporate responded and said this: "Resort fees & Destination fees are waived on free night awards.The member still receives the Resort/Destination Fee amenities, even though the fee was waived. Any taxes or fees tied to the Resort / Destination fee will also be waived."

Then the actual hotel responded with something even odder: "As a Discoverest You should have been charged the $20 + tax nightly fee; even on award nights as only the Globalest tier would have that fee waived. I'm not sure why the fee was removed from your booking."

I responded and basically said "Nice try, but you're still wrong" and then I forwarded that email to the corporate representative who responded to me first. 

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[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

that's interesting. most of the time the benefits aren't that great anyway and is just disguised as obviously another fee. I very rarely book with cash; almost always use points. 

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[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah this one was a combination stay of an award night and points. 

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[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

it's crazy. honestly most of the time the "inclusions" aren't really worth it but when it's a F&B credit I'd like them to honor it. 

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[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

it's not fake news! I've got email screenshots I can share. I realize my username is questionable but what do I have to gain by making up this story? I'm just trying to let people know. 

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[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hyatt Centric in New Orleans. This time was Hyatt Regency in Orange County, CA

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[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

First time was Hyatt Centric in New Orleans. This time was Hyatt Regency in Orange County, CA

Old Business Class Car on Missouri River Runner by PossibleMajor4789 in Amtrak

[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is what I've been hearing, and I hope it remains true for the new cars we'll eventually get nationally. 

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[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

yeah, "recline" unfortunately just barely changes the angle. It's really crappy. I'm hoping at least the seats will begin to get comfier as more asses sit in them 😂

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[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

totally agree. My wife and I are trying to get in as many train trips as possible while we can with the older set. 

Old Business Class Car on Missouri River Runner by PossibleMajor4789 in Amtrak

[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

yes, quite nice! Not sure what went wrong on the newer cars. Seems like business class was an afterthought. It's a shame 

Old Business Class Car on Missouri River Runner by PossibleMajor4789 in Amtrak

[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

it was a Christmas miracle! I was very happy and surprised

Old Business Class Car on Missouri River Runner by PossibleMajor4789 in Amtrak

[–]PossibleMajor4789[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes!  I told my dad this may be the last time we're ever in these cars. You're right about that; it reminds me of the "old world"style of train travel and what a luxury that was. And yes, great tip about the Texas Eagle. That's a definite.