Two rewards members, one stay for business - how do I earn points?
My company annually books an extended stay - usually six or seven weeks - at a Residence Inn in Florida. However, the room is shared by two people - usually one starts off, gets a break of a week or so...
View ArticlePlatinum Late Check Out Benefit - Any recent experiences???
Just asked for a late check-out today, and all they would give me was an extra hour??? Normal check-out was 11am, and the latest they would give me was noon? Asked them if they were sure if that was...
View ArticleRewards Members - we cannot stop the drumbeat to management now!
Here is what we, as loyal Marriott Members have lost in the last 2 -3 years Devaluation of our pointsLoss of elite $1,000 gift checksNo breakfast on weekends in USA/CDALack of recogniton of...
View ArticleRhodium Premier--the time has come!
Yep, that right, Rhodium, prize winner for the world's most precious (and under-appreciated) metal: Though its name may sound like a place where cowboys strut their stuff, rhodium is actually one of...
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Marriott vs Hilton Point Value - Part 2
Many MRI members have alluded to point value comparisons between Marriott and Hilton. So, now the question is what are points worth when cashing in on hotel rooms? Part 1 is found here for gift cards...
View ArticleRetaining Platinum Elite Status
I'm a member of Marriott rewards since 2004-2005 and have been a platinum or gold elite member since then. I understand that it takes 75 nights for platinum level.I checked that I stayed for more than...
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Marriott vs Hilton Point Value - Part 3
Many MRI members have alluded to point value comparisons between Marriott and Hilton. So, now the question is how quickly are points earned in both programs? Part 1 is found here for gift cards and...
View ArticlePlatinum Premier Gift
This week, I received my Platinum Premier gift - a travel valet used for toiletries and such. Anyone else get such a gift?
View ArticleIs Marriott open to suggestions?
I have been Platinum since 1985, with nearly 3,000 nights, so I know my way around Marriott have stayed extensively in the US, Europe, Asia, Africa and Central and South America – obviously I like...
View Article2013 Freddie Awards Voting (Will Marriott receive your Votes??)
I just voted on the 2013 Freddie Awards. Unfortunately, Marriott this year did not receive any of my votes for any category due to their continual devaluation of elite member benefits. In previous...
View ArticleHow exactly is this not a clearly defined "bait & switch"?
So, last year or two elites have really taken it on the chin as far as benefits go. EEOs were a specific issue for me but not the only loss. But after registering AND COMPLETING my spring 2013 mega...
View ArticleMaldives?
Has anyone heard any updates about the JW resort in the Maldives that has been on again off again for the past several years? Is it on again or is it off again?
View ArticleEver receive a silver JW Marriott platinum elite pin to wear on clothing?
I was at the JW in San Antonio and was given a silver pin to wear. I was told it was to help employees recognize those with elite status. I wore it out of curiousity. No one came up to me, which was...
View ArticleWhich Marriott Brand & Location Did not Honor an Anticipated Marriott Reward...
Which Marriott Brand & Location did not honor an anticipated Marriott Reward Benefit for you? Please try to be specific about the benefit, what happened, and when. Below is a list of Marriott...
View ArticleUSA Today article on Hotel Loyalty Programs
Stinging article today in the paper. Article suggests that Marriott, Starwood, and Hilton are ALL making it difficult to stay loyal. Major de-valuations at each place. Seems Hilton was by far the...
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Game over, man!
I'm giving Hilton an honest opportunity to reclaim a large percentage of my business. I was just comp'ed Gold with the usual 90 day, 21-stay challenge for Diamond which will be no real challenge at...
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Marriott vs Hilton Point Value - Part 3
Many MRI members have alluded to point value comparisons between Marriott and Hilton. So, now the question is how quickly are points earned in both programs? Part 1 is found here for gift cards and...
View ArticleMarriott Points - just how much are they worth - an analysis - 2013
I thought everyone would enjoy an update to my original post at Marriott Points - just how much are they worth - an analysis The original post was from an analysis done on 12/09/2010 (despite the date...
View ArticleMarriott referral
Hi all, I have 5 referrals available. On the off chance any of you aren't already members or have used up all of your referrals for your friends send me a message and I can send you the link. I'm...
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Marriott Point Value Increased Despite New Categories!!!
Yes - it is true based on my latest analysis of venues in Illinois (see Marriott Points - just how much are they worth - an analysis - 2013 ) I may get a lot of flack for this post, but based on my...
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