[QUOTE=hhoope01;10584739]A couple of options.

1. Unfortunately it is not possible to get a one night stay before 15 night stay for me due to my travel schedule.

2. Having the hotel charge my CC after the first night during the 15 night stay - this sounds a brilliant idea. I didnt know this was possible. I'll try this.

3. Marriott branded CCs - This is another brilliant idea. I'll try to do this. I hopt this is also available in the UK.

Could anyone answer the following question as well:

4. It looks like I'll complete 75 days before Dec, 08. Is it better to complete it by Dec, 08 or is it correct that I should delay it to Jan, 09 to ensure I remain Platinum in 2009 as well.