Trojanhorse
A little off my original topic
Have many friends that stay Marriott and I do too.
Compared to the other programs I participate in I would say its my least favorite program.
And not all that rewarding.
Would be interested in hearing why you might consider voting for it as a contender for this years Freddies
I do Like the fact that they have added the welcome ammenity for Platinums to include 500 points or other choices.Long Overdue....

Clearly prefer Hyatt, Hilton and Starwood at the top levels over Marriott.
Hyatt for its free nights with the number 1 promotion of the year(and no category restriction on level of property) and free breakfast
Hilton because of Diamond award availability with no additional ovr charge on points, breakfast, superior pricing over Marriott and Starwood
Also the Hilton Garden Inns that I prefer to Courtyards when I stay on a budget.

Marriott has also insisted on paper certifactes to redeem making it difficult ,complicated and a waste of their companies money and our time and patience.
Their 2 free nights promo had a worse time window to earn and a low restricted hotel category redemption as well.
What value to you put on their program and benefits.
It would be very helpful to me to see the
positive aspects of this program that I might be missing that others seem to value more then I do.Thanks for your thoughts posted or by email

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AA & Starwood,Marriott Platinum
Hyatt, Hilton Diamond
Swissotel Club Gold
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