Originally Posted by
bucs0721
Yes indeed!! I just hit this milestone earlier this year. They really should do something extra for people at this level. Not sure what, but your suggestions are a start.
I wonder how many people have reached this level?
I hit it last year, only found out because I called to ask where I was in getting there. Since I've been PP for 7 years, and will probably keep that this year, I won't be recognized as Plat Emeritus until I drop below plain Plat, then I get bumped up to Plat and the lifetime card.
Seems silly that Marriott doesn't do more. When I hit 1MM (lifetime Gold) with AA there was recognition, then when I hit the 2MM mark (lifetime Plat), a nice gift. When I hit 1MM with DL (lifetime sliver, or Silver) I was given a choice of nice gifts to choose from. Both programs indicate that on the card - not that the card means that much, but it's a nice gesture.
As for suite upgrades, domestically I've only had a handful, and typically only on one night stays. Never had one for multiple nights. At the Casa Magna in Cancun, they always seem to get me one of the Caribbean suites. Meanwhile, at SPG properties with suites, I've only missed one this year out of 30 stays.