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Holiday prize draw from dive show.SCAM beware!
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lucylee09
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I recently visited the Birmingham dive show and have today had a phone call to say I won one of the holiday prize draws. It all sounded a bit dodgy to me from the start, but I was told I have won a holiday for 4 including flights and a 4 star hotel. I did actually genuinely win a holiday before at the London dive show and was sent all the holiday vouchers and flight tickets directly no problem. In this case I was told I needed to collect my prize and go to a holiday exhibition in Warwickshire, where I would choose my holiday destination. I asked the caller to email me all the details as I didnt believe him.
Below is more or less what I received and as I thought it does appear to be some sort of con probably timeshare or something like that.......
Any one else had any similar experiences?
Dear
Following our recent telephone conversation, I am delighted to confirm that as part of our current advertising campaign you and your partner have been awarded:
As agreed, I will call you to book an appointment to attend our holiday exhibition and collect your holiday prize:
Available dates are
Saturday 14th November 11.00 a.m - 3.00 p.m.
Sunday – full
Monday 15th November 3.00p.m - 7.00 p.m.
Tuesday 16th November 3.00 p.m - 7.00 p.m.
o European Short Break
o UK Mini Break OR
o Marks and Spencer Vouchers
Your award number is H4136
By attending the holiday promotion as our VIP guests you will be treated to a preview our latest holiday products. Please allow at least 90 minutes to enjoy the full promotion
ABOUT YOUR PROMONTIONAL HOLDAY
Terms and Conditions
Your holiday includes 4 return flights and 7 nights’ accommodation. Yu choose the dates. The only cost to you is £49pp processing fee for European destinations or £99 for Worldwide destinations. Passenger’s duty tax and baggage handling charges may be applicable to some destinations at a charge of £20pp in Europe and £40pp worldwide. You will not be asked for any fees as regards the holiday when you collect your holiday prize.
Why do we give away holidays?
Our resort partners are keen for you to visit their resorts. They do not advertise on television or radio. They also do not have any expensive glossy brochures or operate expensive high street shops. Right now they could be filling any unsold rooms, with the hope you will visit them again at full price. The resorts only want guests who may appreciate their products. Therefore, the promotional holidays are only offered to qualifying home owning couples who are either married or living together and are between the ages of 25 and 65, with a household income in excess of £25,000.
*Due to the lack of facilities, we respectfully ask children below the age of 10 do not attend the presentation.
Bonus Awards
The UK mini break entitles 2 adults to a 2 night break in a selection of hotels and resorts throughout the UK. There is no requirement to take any meals at the hotel/resort. The only cost to you is a £19pp processing fee.
The European City Break is for 2 people and includes 2 or 3 night’s accommodation and return travel either by air, ferry or executive coach. The choice of destinations is Paris (including optional day at Euro Disney) Amsterdam, Barcelona, Prague, Rome, Nice or Vienna. The only cost to you is a processing fee of £29pp.
Marks and Spencer Vouchers may be taken instead of the short break holidays. You simply receive £20 worth of vouchers at no extra charge to yourselves.
By attending our exhibition in Warwickshire you will have all the holiday options fully explained to you. Once you have all the information then you will be presented with your Holiday Award.
To receive your award we request that you attend as a couple. As the award is only for the people in receipt of the letter, please bring 2 forms of identification. A photo ID, either a driving licence or passport and proof of address identification. E.g. utility bill
We would be delighted to discuss any aspect of the above information in more detail prior to your attendance, so please telephone us with any queries or questions.
Below is more or less what I received and as I thought it does appear to be some sort of con probably timeshare or something like that.......
Any one else had any similar experiences?
Dear
Following our recent telephone conversation, I am delighted to confirm that as part of our current advertising campaign you and your partner have been awarded:
A holiday in one of the following destinations including flights for 4 people!
European - Spain - Portugal - Canary Islands - Cyprus - Switzerland - Italy -Greece
Worldwide Destinations - Florida, Mexico and the Dominican Republic
Whether your idea of paradise is relaxing on a beach, skimming across the water on skis, sailing a yacht or sampling local food and drink, our resorts have it all. The accommodation is of the highest standard of quality and comfort. All resorts offer an impressive variety of entertainment and recreational facilities, designed to ensure you and your family enjoy a perfect holiday. You will enjoy the hospitalities and amenities of a first class hotel, combined with the flexibility of a fully self-catered apartment.
Available dates are
Saturday 14th November 11.00 a.m - 3.00 p.m.
Sunday – full
Monday 15th November 3.00p.m - 7.00 p.m.
Tuesday 16th November 3.00 p.m - 7.00 p.m.
Spaces are limited so you will need to confirm your attendance to receive one of the following additional offers:
o UK Mini Break OR
o Marks and Spencer Vouchers
Your award number is H4136
Please email [EMAIL="info@holidayhouse.uki.net"]info@holidayhouse.uki.net[/EMAIL]
Congratulations!
ABOUT YOUR PROMONTIONAL HOLDAY
Terms and Conditions
Your holiday includes 4 return flights and 7 nights’ accommodation. Yu choose the dates. The only cost to you is £49pp processing fee for European destinations or £99 for Worldwide destinations. Passenger’s duty tax and baggage handling charges may be applicable to some destinations at a charge of £20pp in Europe and £40pp worldwide. You will not be asked for any fees as regards the holiday when you collect your holiday prize.
Why do we give away holidays?
Our resort partners are keen for you to visit their resorts. They do not advertise on television or radio. They also do not have any expensive glossy brochures or operate expensive high street shops. Right now they could be filling any unsold rooms, with the hope you will visit them again at full price. The resorts only want guests who may appreciate their products. Therefore, the promotional holidays are only offered to qualifying home owning couples who are either married or living together and are between the ages of 25 and 65, with a household income in excess of £25,000.
*Due to the lack of facilities, we respectfully ask children below the age of 10 do not attend the presentation.
Bonus Awards
The UK mini break entitles 2 adults to a 2 night break in a selection of hotels and resorts throughout the UK. There is no requirement to take any meals at the hotel/resort. The only cost to you is a £19pp processing fee.
The European City Break is for 2 people and includes 2 or 3 night’s accommodation and return travel either by air, ferry or executive coach. The choice of destinations is Paris (including optional day at Euro Disney) Amsterdam, Barcelona, Prague, Rome, Nice or Vienna. The only cost to you is a processing fee of £29pp.
Marks and Spencer Vouchers may be taken instead of the short break holidays. You simply receive £20 worth of vouchers at no extra charge to yourselves.
By attending our exhibition in Warwickshire you will have all the holiday options fully explained to you. Once you have all the information then you will be presented with your Holiday Award.
To receive your award we request that you attend as a couple. As the award is only for the people in receipt of the letter, please bring 2 forms of identification. A photo ID, either a driving licence or passport and proof of address identification. E.g. utility bill
We would be delighted to discuss any aspect of the above information in more detail prior to your attendance, so please telephone us with any queries or questions.
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Will be Timeshare or holiday club. Cannot find a website for so called firm, probably hiding behind another name. Treat with caution, they just want to give you the hard sell and take your money.
Remember, Timeshare can be for life. As soon as a Timeshare rep. starts talking they are lying.0 -
Hi,I receive exactly the same telephone call today followed by the email. Have you noticed all the spelling mistakes!!!! Am very cautious. I did get on their website. which says pretty much the same. Husband thinks it's a time share sell so we won't be driving to Hatton to collect the prize!0
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It won't be timeshare - its sale is far too regulated these days.
Most likely a 'holiday club' - which is even worse. You pay megabucks up front and probably an annual fee as well for the 'privilege' of booking 'discounted' holidays that a travel agent could provide for less anyway0 -
They were asking for 49pp for a european prize and 99pp for a worldwise prize.
They are registered at the same address as various timeshare operators.
I guess we will know for sure after the weekend when people head up to Hatton for the prize giving!0 -
It won't be timeshare - its sale is far too regulated these days.
Most likely a 'holiday club' - which is even worse. You pay megabucks up front and probably an annual fee as well for the 'privilege' of booking 'discounted' holidays that a travel agent could provide for less anyway
Do not believe that Timeshare sales are too regulated these days. Ask any owner. Timeshare sales people will get round any so called regulations.
That is why so many people feel they have been ripped off.
Plus you still pay an annual fee for for Timeshare as well as Holiday Clubs, as well as megabucks up front.
But whether its Timeshare or a Holiday Club steer clear just book at your local travel agent as dzug1 says.0 -
If you have to go to Hatton in Warwickshire ( would it be Suite 6 Building 11 Dark Lane ?)
This is the address of Shakespeare Classic Line. This is a Timeshare company offering canal Timeshares. A few weeks ago there was a firm called Sugar Reef working with them. Sugar Reef have an address in Exeter which is scam city as far as Timeshare / Holiday Clubs are concerned.
Do not touch with a bargepole, could be very dangerous to your finances.0 -
If you have to go to Hatton in Warwickshire ( would it be Suite 6 Building 11 Dark Lane ?)
This is the address of Shakespeare Classic Line. This is a Timeshare company offering canal Timeshares. A few weeks ago there was a firm called Sugar Reef working with them. Sugar Reef have an address in Exeter which is scam city as far as Timeshare / Holiday Clubs are concerned.
Do not touch with a bargepole, could be very dangerous to your finances.
mmm yes - heard of this (or a similar) outfit. Canal boat timeshare falls outside the scope of timeshare sales regulation so you lose what little protection you have.0 -
There is not much protection when you purchase a Timeshare. It all seems to be on the sellers side.
Just do not get involved, then you will not have the hassle or expense of trying to escape.0 -
Lucky I didnt get sucked in.
Really naughty as the guy on the phone told me it was an all inclusive trip for 4, so it sounded like I had won one of the real prize holidays from the dive show.
The email was really bad though, but I bet some people have fallen for it. I got the call just hours after being made redundant too and for a minute thought my luck was changing.0 -
near enough that address:If you have to go to Hatton in Warwickshire ( would it be Suite 6 Building 11 Dark Lane ?)
This is the address of Shakespeare Classic Line. This is a Timeshare company offering canal Timeshares. A few weeks ago there was a firm called Sugar Reef working with them. Sugar Reef have an address in Exeter which is scam city as far as Timeshare / Holiday Clubs are concerned.
Do not touch with a bargepole, could be very dangerous to your finances.
Suite 6, Building 11, Nunhold business Centre, Hatton,Suite 6, Building 11, Nunhold business Centre, Hatton,0
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