Booking Fees for the Honeypots

fatbelly replied on 24/01/2017 08:51

Posted on 24/01/2017 08:51

Hi, On Jan 2nd we tried to book 2 nights in December at one of the so called "honeypot sites" (Rowntree Park). But its fully booked for the whole year and I couldn't even find 1 night in December.  I like the CC policy of no fee when you book and think it should stay, but with a few site exceptions.

I've no doubt that as the year goes by a small number of people who have booked RP will just cancel with no penalty but  member's like myself who wish to book and will not cancel lose out.

What do people think about putting booking fees on the 2 or 3 honeypot sites to ensure that people who book uphold their booking. As I have said I think the overall policy of no booking fees for the vast majority of sites works and should be kept. 

SteveL replied on 26/01/2017 23:31

Posted on 26/01/2017 23:31

They do say they don't see a simple solution presently. So this tends to imply one might be along at some time in the future, or possibly shortly 😉

replied on 27/01/2017 07:52

Posted on 26/01/2017 23:31 by SteveL

They do say they don't see a simple solution presently. So this tends to imply one might be along at some time in the future, or possibly shortly 😉

Posted on 27/01/2017 07:52

What is it that they do not see a simple solution to Steve?

Not sure what they see as a problem that needs a solution. Recycling has been and I don't think Mag is accessible on website any more

JVB66 replied on 27/01/2017 08:00

Posted on 26/01/2017 20:12 by Wherenext

Basically "Tough, we're not changing."

Posted on 27/01/2017 08:00

That's good so they take notice of most members thenwink

mbee1 replied on 27/01/2017 10:49

Posted on 27/01/2017 10:49

It's a Catch 22 situation in that some members think it's a problem and other members don't.  Frenzy day is a problem and I'm afraid I've taken the attitude of "if you can't beat them join them".  I booked quite a few weekends at a "honeypot" site to ensure I got them.  I suspect we will use them all but..................

mbee1 replied on 27/01/2017 10:49

Posted on 27/01/2017 10:49

It's a Catch 22 situation in that some members think it's a problem and other members don't.  Frenzy day is a problem and I'm afraid I've taken the attitude of "if you can't beat them join them".  I booked quite a few weekends at a "honeypot" site to ensure I got them.  I suspect we will use them all but..................

SteveL replied on 27/01/2017 11:28

Posted on 27/01/2017 07:52 by

What is it that they do not see a simple solution to Steve?

Not sure what they see as a problem that needs a solution. Recycling has been and I don't think Mag is accessible on website any more

Posted on 27/01/2017 11:28

They were referring specifically to the booking day frenzy ET.

I would agree, I didn't see a problem when I was working and don't see one now I am retired.

replied on 27/01/2017 13:27

Posted on 27/01/2017 11:28 by SteveL

They were referring specifically to the booking day frenzy ET.

I would agree, I didn't see a problem when I was working and don't see one now I am retired.

Posted on 27/01/2017 13:27

 Thanks for that Steve. No the booking 'frenzy' is not a problem for me as I have no great desire to visit any of the affected sites.

Wildwood replied on 27/01/2017 15:36

Posted on 27/01/2017 15:36

There is no answer to this one that is acceptable to all. I am not convinced the clubs approach is the best but whatever was chosen to replace it would still be criticised by those who loose out.

Wildwood replied on 27/01/2017 15:37

Posted on 27/01/2017 15:37

There is no answer to this one that is acceptable to all. I am not convinced the clubs approach is the best but whatever was chosen to replace it would still be criticised by those who loose out.

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