Thanks for the link--excellent info!

2 questions:

1. Can 2 Marriott Reward accounts still be combined? I have heard this was discontinued, and have also heard it ends on 12/31/01.

2. When depositing Marriott Rewards into an AA account, does Marriott give you any flack between "Off Peak" and "Regular" awards travel--both on the PLAN AHEAD fare basis? The difference can be substancial. "Regular PLAN AHEAD" to Japan is 65,000 miles, but "Off Peak PLAN AHEAD" is far less! I can't believe Marriott would qualify WHEN you have to travel. If you want to travel in the summer, the milage will just be higher. Any help on these points appreciated. I am really looking to maximize the American Airline Advantage point redemption.