From the "not very big news dept" this has been extened through 4/30/00

Gift certificates start at 40,000 points.

When you're ready to shop, log on to http://www.marriottrewards.com/rsearch/default.asp and click on the icon that
reads, "Redeem points for great merchandise" or call 1-800-493-3278, Monday
through Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. and midnight (EST), for more
information.

This offer is exclusively for residents of the 48 continental United States.