Originally Posted by
kmandrew
...Diamonds get around 20 points per $ if you choose points/points plus they are always running some quarterly bonus promotion...
Marriott Plats get 15 points/$ at full service properties plus an additional 5/$ with the Chase Marriott Premier card. Marriott's promotions are okay.
Marriott's point transfer to airlines is far better than Hilton's redemption rate. If you save up through the vacation packages, Marriott's redemptions are pretty amazing.