[Jewelry making - Article 00291] - [Orchid] The Tucson Lodging Project

[Pam Chott (E-mail)]

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Hello again.

    It's been about 3 weeks since I first posted about the '06 lodging
    project.  I have included the original post below for those who may
    have missed it originally. 

    Thank you to all who have confirmed an interest as well as those who
    have taken the time to share data points and make suggestions. Our
    negotiating power will be optimized if I am able to somewhat
    accurately represent the numbers of rooms/nights that the Orchid
    organization is planning to reserve during the Tucson shows.  And of
    course, arrangements must be negotiated months in advance if we are
    to have reasonable success. 

    To date I have received just a few replies by Orchid members
    interested in finding lodging for the show or reserving with others
    in a block of rooms if such a benefit can be arranged.  

    The numbers presently would occupy up to 10 rooms with a total of
    perhaps 20 individuals. There may be many others who would reply but
    for lack of more solid travel details and requirements.  

    If you expect to visit the Tucson shows and would be interested in
    what we may be able to arrange, please reply even if your details are
    still in flux.  

Thank you in advance.

Pam Chott
www.songofthephoenix.com


The original posting:
http://www.ganoksin.com/orchid/archive/200504/msg00806.htm

    I spoke with Hanuman briefly in Tucson this February regarding the
    ongoing difficulty of many Orchid members in locating appropriate
    lodging for the Tucson shows.  

    As a service to this community I would like to simplify the task a
    bit by gathering information that will allow the prospective Tucson
    visitor to more easily compare what is available with regards to
    their specific needs and interests.  

    I plan to compile hotel and motel data, ie: location, hotel contact
    information, amenities, dates available, rates including any special
    block of rooms made available to our group, etc. The information will
    then be posted on the Ganoksin site where those interested may use it
    in making their personal lodging arrangements.  

    The listing will not be interactive; those interested must contact
    hotels personally to make their arrangements.  The information will
    be provided in good faith with no guarantee of availability or
    suitability of accommodations.  

    This is a proprosal for Orchid members who may be visiting Tucson
    '06 and will NOT be reserving rooms pre-arranged by their show
    promoters. 

    We are over 5000 strong but I would like to have more specific
    numbers as regards Tucson '06 attendance and potential room
    requirements.  Only general numbers and dates will be necessary as I
    inquire about availability of accommodations.  Gathering this group
    information may assist me in negotiating a package offer or discount
    rates through some hotels or motels.  Only the travel dates, guest
    numbers and accommodation requirements will be used in this effort
    and there is no obligation or commitment associated with submitting
    any information. Any personal information or identification
    associated with your submission will not be stored or shared with any
    others.  

    Those interested Orchid members please contact me directly
    (songofthephoenix AT pobox.com; subject line: "Orchid lodging '06") to
    share the information requested below.  

    -If you reserve each consecutive year at your current hotel would
    you consider other accommodations if we were able to arrange a group
    discount? 

    -At your present location? (which is?) 

    -At a different location? (do you have a suggestion?) 

    -If you do NOT reserve each consecutive year with the same hotel
    would you be interested in a group or "block" arrangement for
    accommodations?	 

    -Approximate dates of visit '06 

    -Approximate number of nights staying 

    -Number in your party 

    -Distance willing to travel to Convention Center 

    -Amenities preferred  - relative importance of which ones? 

    -Would you be interested in sharing a room with another orchid
    member? 

    -Do you have a Tucson Hotel to recommend? 

    -Do you have misgivings about a Tucson Hotel?  (if issue was not
    satisfactorily resolved, include a very brief description) 

Thank you
Pam Chott
www.songofthephoenix.com

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