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Bringing along a babysitter
« on: October 20, 2014, 04:40:02 PM »
Who here has done it? Experiences? Tips?
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Re: Bringing along a babysitter
« Reply #1 on: October 20, 2014, 04:40:40 PM »
Quote from: jaywhy on October 20, 2014, 04:40:02 PM
Who here has done it? Experiences? Tips?
I know MEIR613 got one for a flight. Not sure i recall seeing anyone bring one for a trip.
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Re: Bringing along a babysitter
« Reply #2 on: October 20, 2014, 04:42:19 PM »
Quote from: jaywhy on October 20, 2014, 04:40:02 PM
Who here has done it? Experiences? Tips?
I've brought various siblings and even my mother along for some trips.
Definitely worth it if you've got the extra points to burn.
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Re: Bringing along a babysitter
« Reply #3 on: October 20, 2014, 04:44:58 PM »
Quote from: Dan on October 20, 2014, 04:42:19 PM
I've brought various siblings and even my mother along for some trips.
Definitely worth it if you've got the extra points to burn.
Are siblings and/or parents really the same thing? In a large suite, i would consider putting a family member there, for a babysitter, probably not as comfortable.
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Re: Bringing along a babysitter
« Reply #4 on: October 20, 2014, 04:49:34 PM »
Quote from: Marco Polo on October 20, 2014, 04:44:58 PM
Are siblings and/or parents really the same thing? In a large suite, i would consider putting a family member there, for a babysitter, probably not as comfortable.
Exactly my sentiment.
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Re: Bringing along a babysitter
« Reply #5 on: October 20, 2014, 04:51:12 PM »
i know some people who always bring, they seem to like it
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Re: Bringing along a babysitter
« Reply #6 on: October 20, 2014, 04:52:10 PM »
Quote from: Marco Polo on October 20, 2014, 04:44:58 PM
Are siblings and/or parents really the same thing? In a large suite, i would consider putting a family member there, for a babysitter, probably not as comfortable.
I've always redeemed for a 2nd room when traveling with my family.
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Re: Bringing along a babysitter
« Reply #7 on: October 20, 2014, 04:54:09 PM »
Quote from: Dan on October 20, 2014, 04:52:10 PM
I've always redeemed for a 2nd room when traveling with my family.
I guess depending on point earning rates, that can be easier/harder :)

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Re: Bringing along a babysitter
« Reply #8 on: October 20, 2014, 05:05:53 PM »
Definitely easier in a VRBO/AirBNB type place.
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Re: Bringing along a babysitter
« Reply #9 on: October 20, 2014, 07:21:27 PM »
Quote from: jaywhy on October 20, 2014, 04:40:02 PM
Who here has done it? Experiences? Tips?
A friend of mine took a sibling as a babysitter (for 2 children) to Hawaii, booked 2 hotel rooms, and loved it. It cost him more points, but said it was well worth it.
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Re: Bringing along a babysitter
« Reply #10 on: October 21, 2014, 01:37:16 AM »
We're planning a trip to Costa Rica this winter, and have pre-emptively booked a second room for our nanny. Assuming she's up for the idea, I think its worth the extra points/airfare.
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Re: Bringing along a babysitter
« Reply #11 on: October 21, 2014, 02:22:51 AM »
On this topic, can I hear what people have to say on flying premium with your spouse and sending the child/infant with a babysitter in economy?
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Re: Bringing along a babysitter
« Reply #12 on: October 21, 2014, 09:37:57 AM »
Quote from: Emkay on October 21, 2014, 02:22:51 AM
On this topic, can I hear what people have to say on flying premium with your spouse and sending the child/infant with a babysitter in economy?
Read MEIR613's TR he wrote for the trip to Israel.
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Re: Bringing along a babysitter
« Reply #13 on: October 21, 2014, 09:38:53 AM »
Quote from: eliteflyer on October 21, 2014, 01:37:16 AM
We're planning a trip to Costa Rica this winter, and have pre-emptively booked a second room for our nanny. Assuming she's up for the idea, I think its worth the extra points/airfare.
Staying at the Andaz?
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Re: Bringing along a babysitter
« Reply #14 on: October 21, 2014, 11:58:42 AM »
Quote from: jaywhy on October 21, 2014, 09:38:53 AM
Staying at the Andaz?
That's what we booked, though may go elsewhere for part of the stay to see other parts of the country.
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