<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica" size="2">Originally posted by username:
I think somewhere in the fine print it says something like:
5 points at Marriott Hotels = 3 points per dollar + 2 points as Silver (since the card gives you Silver status). 1 point everywhere else.
IMHO, this is very sneaky, if not misleading. I think it is stupid for them to do something like this - it will only cause customer dissatisfaction when the customer figures out the truth.
To me, this card only makes sense when you use it at a Marriott.
Steven
[This message has been edited by username (edited 06-09-2001).]</font>
Entirely agree with your assumption of how they get to the 5 points at Marriott hotels, and this would explain why it is only 1 point elsewhere. In addition, I am in agreement that this is an underhanded, sneaky way to do things.
At least Hilton is upfront with their point earning schedule. Shame on you Marriott!