Originally Posted by
lisacor
I'm done with MR. AFter I don't know how many years I am moving to Hilton., My brother has told me for years I was a fool to support Marriott over Hilton I am thinking he is now totally correct. I will use my certificates I have but after this I will cancel my MR account and cancel my credit card.
BYE MARRIOTT!
I've never been heavily invested with Marriott, but after this, I'll use up my few remaining points and also move on. Hyatt and SPG for me, and Hilton as my #3.
Originally Posted by
xtremeski2001
The points devaluation sucks, but I'm still staying with Marriott. For the places I travel for work, it's still the best option in those locations.
One of the few reasons anyone would stay with Marriott at this point would be business requirements. So for that, I'd understand. But otherwise, I just dont see many situations in which Marriott is the best option over other available options.
Originally Posted by
VA1379
Hyatt has given up to 16 months in previous category changes. I think it is a matter of time before Hyatt and Hilton have another big devaluation. I have lifetime platinum with Marriott so I might explore Hilton next year after earning the points needed for future award redemptions at Marriott this year.
Even if Hyatt has 2 or 3 separate devaluations; even if Hyatt adds new categories or increases redemption costs, etc, their program would STILL be by far more rewarding than Marriott at this point. The argument for Marriott and Hilton being roughly equal is one thing... but Hyatt (and IMO, SPG) are far more rewarding to loyal customers. Of course, Hyatt also has a much smaller presence, so there is a trade off.