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Old Nov 1, 2018 | 7:52 pm
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Originally Posted by SkiAdcock
And as noted, it's not specific to MAR. My guess (and it's only that) is that 2 decades ago the extended stay properties were less expensive so half the points & it's just continued (even though pricing is now dynamic).
...but of course 1/2 the price (or cheaper price) just means 1/2 the points awarded naturally

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