2013 Birthday Elite Night Credit
Yesterday was my birthday and I received an email from Marriott Rewards with a birthday greeting and a link to claim a gift. I could tell from the Terms and conditions in the email that the gift would...
View ArticleCosmopolitan of Las Vegas, 2013 - trying again as Platinum
Giving the Cosmo a second chance, this time (finally!) as Platinum. Documenting my experiences here. Hoping that it won't turn out a disaster like last time. Part 1: _The "Booking on Marriott.com"...
View ArticleE-Certificate Question...
Hi all, I am somewhat new to the Marriott Rewards, but through the Megabonus promotion, I have received 2 free nights (cat 1-4). I would like to use them in June when I am planning to travel to...
View ArticlePlatinum Premier versus Platinum
I have almost 160 actual night stays this year since being "upgraded" to Platinum Premier (from Platinum). To be completely honest, most hotels do not make a distinction between the two and as such...
View ArticleRollover Nights
Disappointed that there was a decision not to rollover nights this year. For those who stay 100 + nights a year this decision becomes a deterrent to staying as many nights as previous years. Message...
View ArticleCategory 1-4 Hotels/Award nights....usage
Category 1-4 Hotels/Award nights.... The Marriott Rewards program gives a member multiple ways to rack up free nights (megabonus, credit card free night, quarterly promotions, etc.) but these free...
View ArticleMegabonus in 2013?
The 2012 Megabonus expires 1/15/13. Will there be a 2013 Megabonus promotion? Hope it starts 1/16/13 as I have two stays booked in late January 2013.
View ArticleAmerican Airlines and Reward Redemption
During a recent webcast a question was asked about the potential for American Airlines returning to the Marriott Rewards program. The response was that there is a lot of support from members regarding...
View ArticleBeware of Advance Purchase Rates
I was making several reservations for an upcoming move and accidently made an advanced purchase reservation for a Marriott Courtyard. I had been searching for a AAA rate and noticed a lower rate under...
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 ArticleIs this new Lifetime content understandable?
Greetings, All! You have been so helpful in terms of giving us insight into how to describe the program benefits more clearly, we'd love to get your opinion on the first-ever description of our...
View Articlebooking room for friend
Has anyone had experience in booking a room for someone else using my marriott card.Does the reservation have to be in my name to be awarded the stay and bonus for marriott purchases thru the card?
View ArticleAll Time Worst Blunder in Business-MVC Destination Points
Due to it's implementation, the Marriott Vacation Club Destination Points program has sparked a knee-jerk reaction from timeshare owners. This particular comment, extracted from Marriott on the Move,...
View Article2013 Birthday Elite Night Credit
Yesterday was my birthday and I received an email from Marriott Rewards with a birthday greeting and a link to claim a gift. I could tell from the Terms and conditions in the email that the gift would...
View ArticleMarriott Benefits Extended 2???
Do Marriott benefits such as Internet or lounge access extended to other brand such as Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas, NV? Thanks!
View ArticleCategory 1-4 Hotels/Award nights....usage
Category 1-4 Hotels/Award nights.... The Marriott Rewards program gives a member multiple ways to rack up free nights (megabonus, credit card free night, quarterly promotions, etc.) but these free...
View ArticleResort fee for Internet and Gym access for Platinum?
Just wondering if there are any Marriott properties that charge resort fees for Internet and gym access even for Platinum Elite members?
View ArticlePlatinum Elite for Life -
So I just found out about the Platinum Elite for life program. Qualifications are:Emeritus Platinum status is offered after the following qualifications are met: Guest has been a member of Marriott...
View ArticleUsing rewards points for a Labor Day booking
Hello, I wanted to inquire if I am going to be able to redeem my rewards points for a booking that is already established. I reserved nights at the Marriott in Downtown Atlanta for Labor Day weekend...
View ArticleLuggage Tags for Platinum Members
Each year I ask the same question: Why hasn't Marriott made luggage tags available to Platinum MembersP
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