Originally Posted by
kegelb
Here's the question(s), do award night stays count? I believe they used to but I'm not sure now.
No, they don't count (and didn't know they ever did).
Originally Posted by kegelb
Also, what are the chances of keeping my status with only 70ish nights. I really don't care about all the benefits but I really like/need the ability to get a room with a short notice.
First, do you have the credit card? That should get your 10 nights and put you over the top. Second, if, by chance, your stays came mostly at the beginning of the year and you haven't had stays in the last couple months, check your ongoing promotions. I was targeted with a stay x nights between 10/1 and 12/15 get keep your platinum status. Third, they may look kindly on you and give it to you anyway. Fourth, any chance you can find a cheap hotel for 5 nights and guarantee your status (although the credit card will do that too)?