Two weeks is enough time to work out the kinks on the Marriott/SPG integration, right? How about two months? Apparently, that’s not long enough, either. While members continue to have these issues, Marriott sits mostly silent. They do find time to tell investors things are great. It doesn’t seem they’re spending the time to ask customers if that’s actually the case.
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New United Airlines Bonus For Marriott Booking?
I definitely haven’t seen this offer before. Not sure if it’s targeted, but in the grand scheme of things represents a pretty good value to those of us who chase miles and points.
US Airlines Cave To China On Taiwan
Airlines worldwide were directed by China to comply with their demands to show places like Taiwan as part of China. After some initial noise by the airlines and the US government, US-based airlines appear to be complying.
More Cheap Flights to Hong Kong, Swimming At The Airport And Marriott/SPG Merger Tips!
The Best of the Rest is my effort to summarize all the travel stories that interested me on a daily basis. I don’t have time to write about them in length, but picked some of the best below. It’s a shortcut to find out what’s going on without reading dozens of travel blogs to get the best info.
CONFIRMED: Marriott Will Combine Status History With SPG For Lifetime Status
Marriott will combine status history with Starwood Preferred Guest to determine lifetime status for members as a one-time offer this year.
Marriott Changes Course, Offers Higher Lifetime Elite Status to Starwood Preferred Guest Platinum Members
Marriott has changed course and announced that they will offer higher lifetime status to Starwood Preferred Guest lifetime Platinum members who hit a certain night threshold by the end of 2018.
QUICK! 20% Discount On Marriott Gift Cards. Will Sell Out In A Flash!
If you act quickly, you may be able to score a 20% discount on Marriott gift cards today via the Daily Getaways website. This is probably my favorite deal of the annual offerings.
Earn Bonus Points When You Check-In To SPG Properties!
Earn bonus points every time you check-in to an SPG hotel using their mobile app! I wish the promotion period was longer, but free points are free points!
The World’s Longest Flight and United’s New Economy Seat. Ouch?
The Best of the Rest is my effort to summarize all the travel stories that interested me on a daily basis. I don’t have time to write about them in length, but picked some of the best below. It’s a shortcut to find out what’s going on without reading dozens of travel blogs to get the best info.
It Appears Marriott Is Trying Very Hard Not To Piss Off China Right Now
After having their website shut down by the Chinese government, Marriott is removing banned books from their hotels and self-reporting to the Chinese government. They’re also publicly broadcasting personnel they’ve fired over incidents involving these perceived disrespectful actions.
