I hate to admit it, but several years ago, before Marriott consolidated their programs, I was 'renewed' for Platinum for 2 years even though I didn't stay the 75 nights. (More like 50 nights each). I had earned Platinum for the previous 4 years and then got 2 years comped. Once they merged with Courtyard and Fairfield, I was bumped back down to Gold as I should have been. I didn't think it was fair to all of you who earned it the hard way, but I wasn't about to complain. Thanks to the double-nights promo I made Platinum again this year though.