It was also in this period that the frequent stayer programmes were introduced.

Frequent Stayers The Rewards Grow If the Kids Return And you thought only airlines had frequent flier programs.

At Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide like W, Sheraton and St. Regis, elite-level frequent stayers can sometimes make free local calls when other guests have to pay, and they can secure reservations at lower rates in peak times, when ordinary travelers are paying top dollar.