In addition to the new cancellation policies, several Marriotts in prime vacation destinations now have a 7 day cancellation policy (previously it was 3 days prior) and are requiring a one night deposit to hold regular rate and member rate rooms.
Noticed this for all oceanfront Marriotts (RI, CYx2, FFI, SHS) in VA Beach, VA, where we have been going every summer since 2002. Also, noticed this at the FS Marriott, CY and FFI @ the Keys, in Key West Florida. This was not the case when I checked these same locations a week ago.
After Labor Day, for the VA Beach locations there is no deposit required for regular and member rates and the cancellation policy reverts back to 3 days prior.
Regards,
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