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Surprise Surprise - MVCI Points Program Fee's
After getting the hard sell to covert my week over to the new points program earlier this year I did.They kept highlighting how great this would be for me. "Only $595 to enroll WOW great deal! You can...
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Boobirds.......listen up!
I'll bet that caption got your attention!! But, with all the negative vibe in recent posts regarding status recognition and poster clutter (really??).....thought I'd create a post and relate some info...
View ArticleIf you are not offered a Platinum gift, how do you obtain the gift points...
If you are not offered a Platinum gift, how do you obtain the gift points after the fact?
View ArticleAnaheim Marriott - what are your experiences?
I've stayed at the Anaheim Marriott a few times in the past, but as I will be earning GOLD with one more night's stay, I will start staying here for every Disney trip to take full advantage of the...
View ArticleMegabonus Stays?
I have already stayed 15 nights and made the first tier of the current Megabonus. My next reservation begins on January 13, 2013 for 5 nights, which will get me to 20 nights. However, the Megabonus...
View ArticleReward points for airline miles-bad idea?
Hello,I'm new to the world of timeshares, exchanging time for points, etc. Recently, we decided to deposit our week in exchange for points, with the intention of then using the points for airline...
View ArticleRecommendations for Hotel+Air vacation packages, best bang for the buck?
in the link below has anyone tried them Or what can you recommend for a family of 5. child age range 10 to 17 and two crazy adults. i guess the question is the best bang for the buck and safe and fun!...
View Articlemaking the most of rewards
Hi. First post on the forum. I'm a new member, trying to build up points to use in early retirement for personal travel. I'll be looking for tips on how to maximize the points I'm accumulating. In one...
View ArticleTravel Packages
The MR site says travel packages can be used at select hotels in the US and Europe. Am I correct in assuming then that a travel package can't be used for hotels in China? I was hoping to use one...
View ArticleIt's back! MegaBonus returns!
Greetings, Insiders. I am happy to announce to the community that our award winning MegaBonus promotion has returned! Registration is required by October 31st. Earning dates are between September 15,...
View ArticleBlack Friday 2012
Any Black Friday or Cyber Monday deals from Marriott this year?I found a nice article from 2010 Marriott news
View Articledoes anyone ever get room upgrades
I have been at least a gold MR member for the last four or five years. However, I do not think that I have ever received an upgraded room in all of my stays. I realize that the T&C specify that...
View ArticleRead fine print
I booked my Hertz car rental using Marriott rewards points, from the initial read it looked like I could cancel anytime no strings attached, but had to pay 35 dollar for cancellation. Per me, better...
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Marriott Rewards Redemption with Cash Upgrade
The new Marriott Points Plus Cash option for making reservations on marriott.com is a nice addition, but their branding it as Points Plus Cash is confusing and stupid. It's just an improvement to...
View ArticleAnyone call rewards after hours?
It's 9pm and I called the rewards department to confirm that I'd get bonus miles for an upcoming stay that was advertised on the rewards site. They sent me to the after hours guy which I haven't had...
View ArticleNew Marriott Website
MRI members, I really like the changes and some of the enhancements on the Marriott Website.
View ArticleIs the Marriott Gift Card Promotion Happening This Year?
Has there been an announcement for this (2012) Holiday Season as to the Gift Card Promotion? I know jasper100 has championed the effort in the past, but I haven't noticed anything yet. This is a great...
View ArticleCarry over nights
So, last year in 2011 I had 62 nights. Marriott Rewards rolled over 12 so that was my base in 2012. Now I'm at 73 nights and can easily get to 75, but I wonder if they will give me platinum and...
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Happy "Marriott Rewards" Anniversary, "To Me"!
Proud to announce that today marks my 29th Anniversary of being a Marriott Rewards Member! Joined 11/20/83 at The (Then new), Marriott in Charleston, W.V. What a great "Ride" this has been! Thanks to...
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