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View ArticleDoes Marriott ever let anyone use points at Hilton Head vacation clubs in...
Hello, I am trying to schedule a vacation using my points this summer in Hilton head. I am flexible and when I checked none of the resorts show available ALL summer of 2013.
View ArticleDo G, P and PP matter anymore?
Hi all,Based on the discussions of the past few years about diminishing recognition and privileges (breakfast, concierge lounge), I wonder whether any of you feel like me that the only reason to be...
View ArticleWhere to stay on Maui?
My Fiance and I are going on our Honeymoon in June, and have already booked flights to Maui. I am only using points, and have enough to stay anywhere (Marriott Property) on the island. This really only...
View ArticleHELP! How do you resolve fraudulent activity with your Marriott Rewards points?
My Marriott Rewards account was fraudulently debited 14,000 points for a service through Sky mall which I did not authorize! I spoke to customer service reps with both Sky Mall and Marriott and I also...
View ArticleMR Gold benefits at Ritz Carltons?
Will the MR program benefits for gold be honored at Ritz Carltons? Ie... upgraded room, concierge level with breakfast, etc. Thanks
View ArticleSpring Mega Bonus?? - Anyone missing this offer??
I saw this notice under Marriott news but when I went to my account there not a current spring promotion being offered to me... But I called to two of friends (one gold and one platinum) and they both...
View ArticleMarriott Vacation Club Owners
For those of us who are MVCI owners, we have put a lot of money into purchasing our week(s) & annual fees, etc.--as much if not more than frequent business travelers. I would think that elite...
View ArticleCombining Visa Rewards Certificates
I was planning on splitting a hotel room with a buddy of mine for a two night stay, and we both have a Marriott Rewards Visa card and the annual free-night e-certificate. Apparently you can't transfer...
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30 Beds in 30 Days
In case you haven't heard Marriott Rewards has a new sweepstakes for it's Facebook users. You can register each day for a chance to win a King Size Bed from Marriott Rewards. They are giving away a...
View ArticleQuestion regarding qualifying rollover nights
I earned Gold status in 2011, and Marriott Rewards granted me Gold status through the end of 2012. So I started 2012 with zero nights (no roll over nights) but already had Gold status for the year. So...
View ArticleComplimentary breakfasts at Courtyards
Hello all: I had a great experience getting a Platinum upgrade at a Courtyard last week, but I as disappointed to learn that although they had no concierge lounge, I was not entitled to a complimentary...
View ArticleThe BIG BIG BIG Congrats to jerrycoin and Pluto77
How about the HUGE recognition bestowed on these two Insider legends? The awards and the bennies that came with them are well earned and deserved. Also, I think the Marriott team that offered up these...
View ArticleRollovers and keeping either Gold or Platinum
If I achieve enough nights for Gold to rollover but not Platinum, will I lose my Platinum status in Feb 2013?
View ArticleHELP! How do you resolve fraudulent activity with your Marriott Rewards points?
My Marriott Rewards account was fraudulently debited 14,000 points for a service through Sky mall which I did not authorize! I spoke to customer service reps with both Sky Mall and Marriott and I also...
View Article48-H Guaranteed Reservation
I am trying to make reservations through the Marriott website for a hotel that is obviously completely booked. Is the 48-H reservation guarantee not honored on Marriott's website? I'd be curious to...
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WOW: POPULR - New Marriott Points Shopping System?
Curious, but has anyone else noticed the (new? improved? broadened?) Marriott points shopping system, under either AwardHQ or Populr ???? Did I miss an announcement about this? [SORRY if I missed this...
View ArticlePlatinum Elite 48 HR Room Guarantee #FAIL
I tried to use my Platimum Elite status to book a room for Mid March in Austin Texas, during the SXSW convention (large, music/film convention). Reservations said that they "are not able to pull up...
View ArticleUpgrades using points...
Just wondering if I use points to book a room am I elligable for an upgrade as a Plat MR?
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