LAChargers

If I understand the rolling tier correctly, I think I am qualified as a Diamond through 2008. I am good until January of 2007 so I think that qualifies me for the next year.... I'm not sure.

Anyways, through much discussion with Marriott, they upgraded me to Gold for this year and issued me a challenge where if I stay 18 nights in the next 3 months, they will upgrade me to Platinum for this year. But, I need the 75 nights for the whole year to maintain Platinum for next year.

Since I have primarily stayed at Hiltons, I have stayed at the HKG Conrad and Tokyo Conrad and was very impressed. I also stay at the Hiltons often and enjoy the lounges. I don't know much about the Marriott properties and am wondering if it is worth it to try to complete the 75 nights in Marriott properties this year or if I should stick with Hitlon.

I'm a little bothered because I have not been targeted for any of the Hilton promotions--maybe because I stay in Hilton properties every week from Sunday-Friday.

So, I'm wondering what the opinions are on which is the better program.

Thanks.