Is this just me or a change in policy?
Dear Hipplewm,
As a valued United MileagePlus® Premier® member who registered for complimentary Marriott Rewards® Gold Elite status through RewardsPlus, we’re pleased to let you know that you have recently been elevated to Platinum Elite status with Marriott Rewards, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards® and SPG® through January 2019.* Benefits include a 50% points bonus and more Choice options.
To learn more about your new Platinum Elite status, please visit
getrewardsplus.com/platinumeliteupgrade.
Thank you for choosing United MileagePlus. We look forward to seeing you on board again soon.
THEN the fine print and I mean FINE - it was small, I didn't even see it until I put on my glasses:
*In February 2019, all registered MileagePlus members who requalify for RewardsPlus for the next program year will receive the updated Gold Elite Status.