Hi all,
I am Brisbane-based, but starting this year, have to travel to Sydney for work four consecutive nights a month (Monday through Friday).
I funnel my points to both VA and Qff with a preference for the former.
Working in a sales environment, my allowance for work travel expenditure allows for probably a max of $150 pn (due to my circumstances I also need to catch taxis fairly regularly so this all eats into a monthly allowance, hence attempting to keep hotel costs down).
In an attempt to shop around and find cheapest possible rate without staying in a hovel, is it at all possible to be chasing status at any hotel chains? I'd rather stay at a nice-ish 'boutique' hotel with a restaurant than a Formula One, and I have the luxury of choosing my own digs.
I really would prefer meals on-site to an apartment...I know, I'm asking a lot!
Places in areas such as North Ryde also seem to jack up prices for business travellers mid-wee which doesn't really help my cause. However, any tips are much appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
I am Brisbane-based, but starting this year, have to travel to Sydney for work four consecutive nights a month (Monday through Friday).
I funnel my points to both VA and Qff with a preference for the former.
Working in a sales environment, my allowance for work travel expenditure allows for probably a max of $150 pn (due to my circumstances I also need to catch taxis fairly regularly so this all eats into a monthly allowance, hence attempting to keep hotel costs down).
In an attempt to shop around and find cheapest possible rate without staying in a hovel, is it at all possible to be chasing status at any hotel chains? I'd rather stay at a nice-ish 'boutique' hotel with a restaurant than a Formula One, and I have the luxury of choosing my own digs.
I really would prefer meals on-site to an apartment...I know, I'm asking a lot!
Places in areas such as North Ryde also seem to jack up prices for business travellers mid-wee which doesn't really help my cause. However, any tips are much appreciated.
Thanks in advance.