Originally Posted by travelling companion

Before the Marriott website went down earlier today I noticed that one of the benefits listed for Marriott Platinum Elite status was United Mileage Plus Silver membership. I believe this is a previously unannounced benefit and was listed as benefit for both Platinum and Platinum Premier elites. If this is in fact the case it would be a significant win for old Marriott Golds since the benefit was previously limited to old Marriott Platinum Elite members who are now Marriott Platinum Premier Elites. Currently, the Rewards Plus website is down and asks to check back on August 22nd.