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Old Oct 21, 2008 | 7:06 pm
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defiance96
 
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: MSY
Programs: Bonvoy (Titanium) . Delta (Platinum)
Posts: 531
Originally Posted by GrizShel
Well I think there are some real enhancements in the changes; it's just that these are accompanied by some very significant point devaluations, especially with the travel packages that are favorites for some of us that tend to accumulate a lot of MR points.
I am getting the feeling though that Marriott has basically decided Platnums are worth keeping, but Golds arent.

While I am enjoying my current upgrade to a newly remodled suite at a Fairfield Inn, its really not what would keep me loyal. I am not rushing to cash out and switch...but my sense is...its time to figure out if I can do better elsewhere.
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