Jul 15, 2013, 4:55 am
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Full details and a FAQ are available at www.united.com/rewardsplus and https://fly-united.marriott.com/en_US/ https://mrrewardsplus.com/en_US/details/
From the FAQS:
If I already have Marriott Gold Elite status or higher and MileagePlus Premier Silver status or higher, do I need to register for RewardsPlus?
No. Please note that the website will accept your registration, but your status will not change. You also do not need to register for the enhanced miles and points benefits that will launch in the coming weeks.
Feb 2017 Data Point:
You can expedite a 'pending' upgrade to Silver before March 1st if you need it:
i also lost my UA status Feb 1 and was also pending UA Silver for after 2.28 once my eligibility was confirmed. i called MAR Plat CS and asked about expediting because of an upcoming flight. i called MR Platinum at 11PM. The rep said she couldn't do it, the dept that does it was closed, but that she send a message to them. she didn't know how long it would take them, but thought it would be done within 2 days. 11 hours later, at 10am the next morning, UA Silver status was showing when i logged into my UA acct online.
From the FAQS:
If I already have Marriott Gold Elite status or higher and MileagePlus Premier Silver status or higher, do I need to register for RewardsPlus?
No. Please note that the website will accept your registration, but your status will not change. You also do not need to register for the enhanced miles and points benefits that will launch in the coming weeks.
Feb 2017 Data Point:
You can expedite a 'pending' upgrade to Silver before March 1st if you need it:
i also lost my UA status Feb 1 and was also pending UA Silver for after 2.28 once my eligibility was confirmed. i called MAR Plat CS and asked about expediting because of an upcoming flight. i called MR Platinum at 11PM. The rep said she couldn't do it, the dept that does it was closed, but that she send a message to them. she didn't know how long it would take them, but thought it would be done within 2 days. 11 hours later, at 10am the next morning, UA Silver status was showing when i logged into my UA acct online.
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Jul 21, 2013, 1:18 pm
#241
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Programs: UALifetimePremierGold, Marriott LifetimeTitanium
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You are correct. I was using the Delta terminology (my primary airline currently). I apologize for the confusion and appreciate your clarification. I was trying to determine whether I would have access to reserve any non-E+ seat when I make my reservation. Without status, I only have access to non-aisle seats primarily in the back of the plane. I couldn't find information regarding this described in the silver benefits on the United website. Thanks.
* In the past Silvers could pick E+ at time of booking. That bennie dropped a year ago, and now it's at check-in.
Cheers.
Jul 21, 2013, 1:42 pm
#242
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Charlotte, NC, USA | CLT, formerly LHR & AMS (with just a bit of PSP)
Programs: BAEC Gold, Hilton Diamond, BonVoy Titanium, (soon former) Caesars7*, (former) Wynn Black, HR "Icon"
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Benefits paid off immediately, since (coincidentally) had just booked some UA flight segments.
Got E+ for tomorrow BOS-IAH-SAT, but the best, WAS AN INSTANT UPGRADE, on an upcoming trip.
Was booked : BOS-SFO in "B-class" (in a few weeks) and was able to upgrade "instantly" to First Class. ^^
Jul 21, 2013, 2:59 pm
#243
Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: River Forest, IL
Posts: 328
Well I did not get upgraded to first class for ORD-DCA (though I did have the thrill of seeing my name on the board). Got aisle seat for economy plus at check in. Going through premier security was also a time saver. For me, it is a great program.
Jul 22, 2013, 8:19 am
#244
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: WAS
Programs: UA Silver, Marriott Titanium, Nexus, GE
Posts: 2,123
Upgrade took under 48 hours. But, Marriott Platinum Account was linked to an (old) unused UA (Continental) #. Old account got upgraded to Silver, and UA was very helpful in merging the accounts.
Benefits paid off immediately, since (coincidentally) had just booked some UA flight segments.
Got E+ for tomorrow BOS-IAH-SAT, but the best, WAS AN INSTANT UPGRADE, on an upcoming trip.
Was booked : BOS-SFO in "B-class" (in a few weeks) and was able to upgrade "instantly" to First Class. ^^
Benefits paid off immediately, since (coincidentally) had just booked some UA flight segments.
Got E+ for tomorrow BOS-IAH-SAT, but the best, WAS AN INSTANT UPGRADE, on an upcoming trip.
Was booked : BOS-SFO in "B-class" (in a few weeks) and was able to upgrade "instantly" to First Class. ^^
By the way, BOS-SFO is an almost impossible complimentary upgrade. Tip of the hat to you!
Jul 22, 2013, 6:10 pm
#245
Moderator: Chase Ultimate Rewards
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: SFO
Programs: UA 2P, MR LT Plat, IHG Plat, BW Dia, HH Au, Avis PC
Posts: 5,453
I'm hedging my bets and making sure I requalify for Platinum, even though that will most likely mean 1 or 2 stays I wouldn't otherwise need, just because of a perception that Gold won't be worth as much anymore.
(Plus, being based at SFO, having UA Silver is a nice insurance policy in case I have to deviate from Delta.)
Jul 22, 2013, 7:18 pm
#246
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: home = LAX
Posts: 25,933
Non-status passengers (and Silvers) on UA can book any E- seat that's available at time of booking. They're not restricted to window/middle. At the 24-hour mark (online check in) Silvers can pick any available E+ seat & move up from E-.
* In the past Silvers could pick E+ at time of booking. That bennie dropped a year ago, and now it's at check-in.
* In the past Silvers could pick E+ at time of booking. That bennie dropped a year ago, and now it's at check-in.
Jul 23, 2013, 10:15 am
#247
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Programs: UALifetimePremierGold, Marriott LifetimeTitanium
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Cheers.
Jul 23, 2013, 11:52 am
#248
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Charlotte, NC, USA | CLT, formerly LHR & AMS (with just a bit of PSP)
Programs: BAEC Gold, Hilton Diamond, BonVoy Titanium, (soon former) Caesars7*, (former) Wynn Black, HR "Icon"
Posts: 8,172
I'm glad to know that some Marriott elites are enjoying the benefits of elite status on United. I really do hope that they get some reciprocity out of it...even if I get occasionally slightly fewer upgrades.
By the way, BOS-SFO is an almost impossible complimentary upgrade. Tip of the hat to you!
By the way, BOS-SFO is an almost impossible complimentary upgrade. Tip of the hat to you!
I was surprised about the upgrade (BOS-SFO) It's just about a month from now. When the reservation said "eligible for INSTANT UPGRADE" I was quite pleased when I called and they could actually process the upgrade on the spot.
No idea why it was booked in B class, since it was part of an itinerary BOS-SFO-PVG, of which the SFO-PVG was booked in "P" class (BusinessFirst). Perhaps, these was some cost savings booking the BOS-SFO segment in economy class. FWIW, it is the middle section of a AMS-KEF-BOS-SFO-PVG-AMS itinerary.
Jul 23, 2013, 12:31 pm
#250
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Charlotte, NC, USA | CLT, formerly LHR & AMS (with just a bit of PSP)
Programs: BAEC Gold, Hilton Diamond, BonVoy Titanium, (soon former) Caesars7*, (former) Wynn Black, HR "Icon"
Posts: 8,172
BOS-SFO-PVG on UA
PVG-AMS on KL
Will make DL Platinum just prior to this trip, with the next BOS-AMS flight.
Hoping to status match DL-Platinum to UA-Platinum right before the BOS-SFO-PVG trip on UA.
Most fights originating in AMS make it tough to avoid SkyTeam.
Jul 23, 2013, 1:24 pm
#251
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Are you saying SkyTeam folk fight a lot? Sorry, couldn't resist 
I have an annual biz trip to AMS & usually route through ORD, IAD or FRA on UA (yeah, I know there's an extra connection w/ FRA but FRA runs 777 vs the others so oftentimes better chance of an upgrade).
PS - Y & B fares are technically instant upgrade available, but doesn't necessarily means it clears at time of booking. I think you lucked out w/ a seat being available. Congrats!
Cheers.
I have an annual biz trip to AMS & usually route through ORD, IAD or FRA on UA (yeah, I know there's an extra connection w/ FRA but FRA runs 777 vs the others so oftentimes better chance of an upgrade).
PS - Y & B fares are technically instant upgrade available, but doesn't necessarily means it clears at time of booking. I think you lucked out w/ a seat being available. Congrats!
Cheers.
Jul 23, 2013, 9:14 pm
#252
Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: Portland, Maine
Programs: UA 1K, SPG PLAT, HYATT PLAT, HH GOLD, AA GOLD, MR GOLD
Posts: 1,179
(I read through 6 pages and did not find the answer)
Question: Do I still have to stay the full 75 nights to get to Marriott Platinum?
If I get Gold because of my 1K Status do I have to only stay 25 more nights to reach Platinum or the full 75?
Also what if I now GET the Marriott Chase CC (Black One) with I believe 15 nights comp'd...just curious how to get to platinum if I want to maximize this new partnership..
Thanks for your help.
Question: Do I still have to stay the full 75 nights to get to Marriott Platinum?
If I get Gold because of my 1K Status do I have to only stay 25 more nights to reach Platinum or the full 75?
Also what if I now GET the Marriott Chase CC (Black One) with I believe 15 nights comp'd...just curious how to get to platinum if I want to maximize this new partnership..
Thanks for your help.
Jul 24, 2013, 7:12 am
#254
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Programs: UALifetimePremierGold, Marriott LifetimeTitanium
Posts: 71,107
(I read through 6 pages and did not find the answer)
Question: Do I still have to stay the full 75 nights to get to Marriott Platinum?
If I get Gold because of my 1K Status do I have to only stay 25 more nights to reach Platinum or the full 75?
Also what if I now GET the Marriott Chase CC (Black One) with I believe 15 nights comp'd...just curious how to get to platinum if I want to maximize this new partnership..
Thanks for your help.
Question: Do I still have to stay the full 75 nights to get to Marriott Platinum?
If I get Gold because of my 1K Status do I have to only stay 25 more nights to reach Platinum or the full 75?
Also what if I now GET the Marriott Chase CC (Black One) with I believe 15 nights comp'd...just curious how to get to platinum if I want to maximize this new partnership..
Thanks for your help.
Cheers.
Jul 24, 2013, 7:19 am
#255
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: AMS
Programs: A number, but no status no more
Posts: 3,049
b. In the Marriott Rewards Program: Members who receive complimentary Gold Elite status in the Marriott Rewards Program through the RewardsPlus Program may reach higher Elite status levels, but only by reaching the published qualification requirements as set forth in the Marriott Rewards Elite program. Gold Elite status in the Marriott Rewards Program that is granted through the RewardsPlus Program may not be combined, added or stacked with any elite qualification requirements to achieve a higher Elite status level in the Marriott Rewards Program. For more information, please visit www.marriott.com/rewards/member-benefits.mi
Cheers,
GenevaFlyer