[CQ-Contest] Crowne Plaza Reservations for 2009

[John T. Laney III]

Reservations for Crowne Plaza for Dayton Hamvention (May 15-17, 2009) 
opened at 8 AM today.  Despite what they may tell you at the hotel, the 
800 # for Crowne Plaza can't make the reservations.  You must call the 
Dayton Crowne Plaza (937) 224-0800 and ask for "Group Sales 
Department."  (Don't ask for "In House Reservations as in the past.)  
Within that department, you must speak to "Misty."  Someone else may 
take your name and number for Misty to call.  I was very doubtful, but 
she did call back within just a few minutes and I made my reservation 
with her.  As usual, three nights minimum.  They will charge the first 
night to your credit card now.  You can get a refund by canceling by 
April 22, 2009.  I didn't try the on-line reservations, but that might 
be a possibility:  http://www.cpdayton.com.