Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Casablanca Express Scam

Few months back, I received a call from a Casablanca Express representative. They sold me a two night package for some resort in Portland. This was basically for timeshare, we would need to attend some presentation where they would try to sell a timeshare membership. I have been to these before and I don't know why I do this to myself. This is just a sheer waste of time.

Anyways, I tried calling the number given to me for the reservation and I always get that the resort is booked for 3-4 months. Only months available are October and November. I mean those are lousiest months to step outside your home in Seattle and Portland Area. It's mostly raining during those months. So, I spent about $155 and I can't book anything. I am so unhappy with this situation. I think this Casablanca Express thing is a pure scam. Stay away from them. I tried calling them on various occasions and they have the same answer. I have been calling them four to five months in advance. How much more notice can one give to these people. One more thing, they are very nice when they are trying to sell you something but when you want to book the reservation they are the rudest bunch. I got burnt once, I hope it helps someone to stay away from this scam.


Update: I recently had a call from them and they did upgrade me to 2 bedroom. I am happy with this change but I still have the booking in October, not the best time to go out in Washington, Oregon area.