article_snippet: It is advisable to check user comments before staying at a hotel so that you are aware of the experiences of other guests.
article_snippet: Don't threaten to leave a bad TripAdvisor review in change for perks .
article_snippet: Unfortunately, some people resort to blackmail to receive upgrades and free perks, in exchange for not writing a negative comment on the hotel's TripAdvisor page.
article_snippet: If you are tempted to use this technique, take note: hotels have a way of proactively reporting any threats before a corresponding review is submitted.
article_snippet: A spokesperson for the online review site said: 'A spokesperson for the online review site is absolutely against the terms and spirit of our site to use TripAdvisor's name to try and claim discounts or freebies that would not be available to other guests. '
article_snippet: Our fraud detection experts will then investigate and, where Our find evidence of threatening behaviour, take action to stop Our fraud detection experts reviews from ever reaching the site.'
highlights_snippet: Using advice sites, like TripAdvisor, to get free perks can actually backfire .