Very nice spreadsheet. We do much the same thing but without the colors, bells and whistles. I hope you make it within your budget. Remember that if you like hot dogs and chips you have free dinner at the meet and greet Saturday night.
Rooms are not available yet for those hotels... Marriot should be available Oct 1st, Hyatt Oct 15th (or 16th).
Wasn't the Hilton doing non refundable deposits this year? That's what I heard. I'm taking my chance with the Hyatt.
When talking to the Hotel directly who do you usually talk to Martele d'Acre?
We actually really like the International tower having stayed in the Atrium for the last 10 years but we usually get a corner room with adjoining double so it makes it feel almost like a suite.
I really am anxious about waiting till Oct to book my room, I like to have that done sooner than later.Any advice on using your points for a upgrade? I always seem to not be able to use them and was wondering if you do this at the hotel or prior to. (or even if you do use points for upgrade).