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Marriott has referral bonuses 1000 points per stay.

right now they have a mega bonus promotion going in until Jan 18 for visa paid nights. Details here:
http://www.marriott.com/rewards/prom...romotion=MGF71
and
http://flyertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=733718

check the Marriott rewards link for more information.
http://www.marriott.com/rewards/hotel-rewards/faq.mi

This forum has lot of good information.

So PM any of us to send a referral.