Originally Posted by
GundamWing01
sure, its not technically a "loophole".
It wasn't even a technicality. Marriott openly touts getting elite status through Rewarding Events. See here:
$50 for an hour in the boardroom is perfectly reasonable in some properties and some markets.
Originally Posted by
tush17
curious to see if anyone has any info on whether the meetings will still work with the new program?
Good question. Marriott's FAQs on the new program indicates Rewarding Events, or something similar, will still exist. However, it sounds like they are trying to figure it out:
Are there changes to SPG Pro and Rewarding Events?
Members of both programs will be able to earn points for meetings and events through the new Rewarding Events structure. SPG Pro will end in August. We will honor any existing meeting and event contracts on the books at the new earning rate. Starting in early August, you can book meetings and events across all brands (except for Residence Inn, TownePlace Suites, Design Hotels and Marriott Executive Apartments) and if you provide your membership number at time of signing, you are eligible to earn benefits under the new Rewarding Events construct including base earn and bonus points based on Elite level (if applicable).
https://members.marriott.com/faq/#ar...warding-events
The phrasing of "new Rewarding Events construct" indicates something has changed. At the least, it infers more points.