Reporter seeking comment on Ritz-Carlton.
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Reporter seeking comment on Ritz-Carlton.
Hello all. I'm a reporter writing a piece on customer service at Ritz-Carlton. If you have a story of extraordinary service -- either positive or not -- I'd love to hear it. No B.S., pls. This is for a national magazine and you'll have to give me your first and last name and the where and when of your stay. I am very interested in real stories, though. Send an email to [email protected]. Thanks, DM
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Surely the article is more specific than that. Is there a particular Ritz-Carlton you're talking about, or at least are you narrowing it down to those in the US instead of the international ones? Are you focusing on the hotels or the resorts?
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When my spouse and I were younger and not used to staying in more "luxurious" places, we stayed at a Ritz in southern California. Before we stayed there, we asked the front desk if jacket and tie were required at their restaurant. We were assured that a collared shirt was all that was necessary. When we showed up to dine, however, the restaurant insisted upon shirt and tie, and gave my husband one of theirs. It was an embarrassing moment for us, and I've never stayed at a Ritz Carlton since...
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My two young daughters, their grandmother and I recently had high tea at the Ritz Carlton in Boston. The service was wonderful. My girls still giggle over having their napkin placed in their lap by the tuxedoed,white-gloved waiter. It was a memorable day.
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I think its either Barbara Walters or Dan Rather. We all know that great reporters always get their stories by going online and asking opinions of strangers. And you can't blame such famous reporters from wanting to remain anonymous.
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I'm suspiciouly paranoid. I think it's a serial killer seeking information from us unsuspecting saps. You know that's rampant on this forum.
Run for the hills! Hide your children! Cancel your Ritz reservations immediately!
AHHHHHH!!!!
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The Ritz chain has a strange reputation.
I have stayed at nearly two dozen Ritz Carltons and Four Seasons over the last two years and the Ritz Carlton is far superior as a whole. The RC certainly has more consistent service and better facilities. The option of a Club level is also a big difference.
Nonethless, people seem to have it planted in their heads that the Four Seasons is better. I dont mind the reputation though...it keeps the rates down!
I have stayed at nearly two dozen Ritz Carltons and Four Seasons over the last two years and the Ritz Carlton is far superior as a whole. The RC certainly has more consistent service and better facilities. The option of a Club level is also a big difference.
Nonethless, people seem to have it planted in their heads that the Four Seasons is better. I dont mind the reputation though...it keeps the rates down!
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For all the amateur sleuths out there, the reason a reporter would wish to remain anonymous is so that a rival publication doesn't pick up on the story in advance. Clearly, there's a leap of faith to me made in a request like this, but I really am looking for real life stories. If "bennie" or "ttangomd" has any interest in chatting, please email me at [email protected]. We'll take it offline. Thaks, DM
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