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What is Triple TIPPLE?

Discussion created by bejacob on Dec 1, 2019
Latest reply on Dec 31, 2019 by verysuiteboy

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Newer Insiders or occasional visitors to this site might be wondering what the heck a TIPPLE is. At the most basic level, a TIPPLE (as used in the context of Bonvoy Insiders) is an in-person meetup between participants of this online forum.

The term was coined by brightlybob when the first large gathering of Insiders met in Houston back in September 2016. It is actually an acronym for

The

Insiders

Points,

Pints, and

Liquor

Extravaganza*

*If you see how this group likes to drink, you'll understand why both Pints and Liquor are included.

The Houston event is now known as TIPPLE-the-First. Do you recognize any of the attendees?

The second one, Double TIPPLE was held in Washington DC in April 2018.

Double Tipple Photos!!!

Now, we're on the the third, appropriately called Triple TIPPLE. Full details are still being worked out. So far we have the city and the dates. It will be held in Seattle on September 25-27, 2020. All Insiders are invited to attend. Think of it as an opportunity to meet folks like verysuiteboy, iahflyr, painedplatinum, jsucool76, and many others.

In the coming months we'll share details about which hotel with be Triple TIPPLE central. We'll also start an informal attendance list. For now, if you're considering participating, block out the last weekend in September on your calendar and start thinking about how you'll get to Seattle. In the meantime, if you have any question, please let us know. One of the Triple TIPPLE 2020 planning task force members will make up something that sounds plausible provide an answer. Stay tuned for more information soon.

See you in Seattle.

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communitymanagers Dec 1, 2019 10:10 AM
We are so happy to see our Insiders gathering together! We can't wait to see what the Triple TIPPLE will bring and look forward to following along in all that is being planned!

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brightlybob Dec 1, 2019 10:30 AM
A tasty reminder of what’s coming up in 2020 - TripleTIPPLE 2020 - I’m surprised you didn’t mention it bejacob!
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- bejacob @ brightlybob on Dec 1, 2019 11:20 AM
  We've added a lot of new Insiders since TIPPLE-the-First and more since Double TIPPLE. Some might be confused by the banter.
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verysuiteboy Dec 1, 2019 12:49 PM
It’ll be EPIC
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betterdays Dec 1, 2019 4:28 PM
I'm definitely looking forward to this. I even started digging around looking at possible flights. I see that flights to SEA are somewhat reasonably priced right now. Additionally, I have a few frequent flyer miles available to me. Just trying to figure out which airline to use. Right now American has a few 5k points fares available from a number of cities. I think those flights come with a decent number of restrictions, but 5k points... that's one heck of a bargain!
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- bejacob @ betterdays on Dec 2, 2019 10:49 AM
  We're looking forward to you being there.
  
  We'll have some Insiders who attended either TIPPLE-the-First or Double TIPPLE. There will be a handful who attended both. What will be interesting is to see how many first-time TIPPLErs participate. I already know of several, though I'm sure that number will grow.
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brightlybob Dec 3, 2019 8:19 AM
Cor! Thanks for reminding us about TripleTIPPLE, there bejacob - 25-27 September in Seattle.

Good to know - better to go!
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- bejacob @ brightlybob on Dec 3, 2019 9:18 AM
  I've already received a couple inquires asking how one gets invited to Triple TIPPLE.
  
  In case anyone is wondering, all Insiders are invited to join us in Seattle. Although Seattle is know for gray skies and rain, you might want to bring a pair of sunglasses.
  Don't say you weren't warned.
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  - iahflyr @ bejacob on Dec 3, 2019 9:23 AM
    Ain't no sunglasses going to help, blinders!
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    - bejacob @ iahflyr on Dec 3, 2019 10:09 AM
      I suppose I should add that colorful shirts are not required. TIPPLE gives some of us a reason to wear them. For brightlybob, this is just everyday attire.
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  - verysuiteboy @ bejacob on Dec 3, 2019 1:36 PM
    We look mighty fine here! BRING OUT THE HAWAIIAN SHIRTS!
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    - brightlybob @ verysuiteboy on Dec 4, 2019 11:47 AM
      What do you bring them out? They’re never put away!
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  - verysuiteboy @ bejacob on Dec 3, 2019 1:38 PM
    What was the turnout in 2018? About 50?
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    - bejacob @ verysuiteboy on Dec 3, 2019 1:52 PM
      Double TIPPLE (Insider Gathering) Guest List
      
      When you add in all the spouses/significant others and Marriott representation, we were a little over 50. I think Marriott sent about half a dozen folks from HQ to meet us.
      
      Here's one group photo from last time (looks like about 40 people). I know quite a few were out of the room when this was taken.
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    - brightlybob @ verysuiteboy on Dec 4, 2019 11:46 AM
      I reckoned it was about 50 last time - they were certainly difficuly to herd together - says one who was missing from bejacob’s group photo!
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- painedplatinum @ brightlybob on Dec 30, 2019 10:10 AM
  brightlybob, I needed to research "Cor!"..... and now that I know what it means, I agree, Cor!
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iahflyr Dec 3, 2019 9:11 AM
EPIC is correct, they've been before and no need to change that word now!!
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itsaboutthechallange Dec 12, 2019 7:23 AM
brightlybob Im in , Just let me know what hotel to book LOL
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- brightlybob @ itsaboutthechallange on Dec 15, 2019 7:00 AM
  Don’t worry, we’ll publish it widely and we’ll when the hotel is settled upon which will be early next year...
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  - iahflyr @ brightlybob on Dec 15, 2019 11:36 AM
    Hopefully they will have some excellent margarita's for you brightlybob
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  - jsucool76 @ brightlybob on Dec 15, 2019 5:08 PM
    Don't book an interview after the brewery hop this time that must've been a fun experience.
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rowdy1438 Dec 28, 2019 5:59 PM
I think the hubs and I are in! Last time was so much fun. Dont worry there will be more cat socks and maybe even a special pair of shoes!
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verysuiteboy Dec 28, 2019 11:02 PM
I predict it’ll be held at the Ren
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- iahflyr @ verysuiteboy on Dec 29, 2019 10:57 AM
  Nah, too far from all that is the downtown area of Bell Town, Market and waterfront (yes touristy).
  
  My heart says Waterfront Marriott even if I have to take out a loan to pay for it!
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  - betterdays @ iahflyr on Dec 29, 2019 6:20 PM
    The Waterfront sure does look nice! I've never been to Seattle, but from what I've read the Waterfront's location is certainly convenient.
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    - iahflyr @ betterdays on Dec 30, 2019 10:14 AM
      Waterfront is our go to in SEA over and over again. We love being able to grab the elevator right out the hotel door up to the Market or walk up the 60 plus stairs, either way simple to get to excellent dining, drinking (at a TIPPLE, no way ), shopping and more. Those who want to try the Washington State Ferry and enjoy the Sound a very easy walk down Alaskan Way (10 minutes at the most) and you're there. The views from the hotel are incredible over Elliott Bay and the rooms are very well maintained.
      
      A few pics from our visits.
      
      Even got to see the second flight of the B788 Dreamliner arriving Boeing Field with a chase plane back in 2009, from our balcony.
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      - painedplatinum @ iahflyr on Dec 30, 2019 10:28 AM
        Beautiful pics, iahflyr!
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- bejacob @ verysuiteboy on Dec 29, 2019 11:17 AM
  I'd prefer the Westin, Waterfront Marriott, or Sheraton Grand. All 3 are right in the middle of things. At this point, none of the downtown full-service properties have been ruled out.
  
  Wherever we end up, I'm sure it will be EPIC.
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verysuiteboy Dec 31, 2019 4:38 PM
Looks like the Renaissance doesn’t have a pool either, whereas the Westin has a great pool, the Waterfront Marriott has a nice indoor/outdoor pool, and honorable mention goes to the small Sheraton Grand pool (at least they have one)!
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