Marriott Launches an Outdoor-Focused Portfolio — Here’s Everything You Need to Know by Harrison Pierce November 3, 2025 0 Marriott is aiming to capture nature enthusiasts in its latest launch: Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors. Now, you'll be able to search for properties based on outdoor activities available on-site, like scuba diving, snowboarding, or fishing. You'll also be able to book a retreat in nature through The Outdoor Collection. Here's what you need to know.
Points of Interest: New Path to Marriott Elite Status, Southwest Standby Restrictions, Wyndham Vacasa Limits, and More by Tyler Glatt October 4, 2025 0 The past three months have been quite eventful for points and miles news. But amidst big headlines, a number of smaller ones slipped under the radar. So, here’s a roundup of the niche points and miles updates to Marriott, Southwest, Delta, Accor, and more that you may have missed over the past few months.
Series by Marriott: What Can You Expect at Marriott’s Newest Lifestyle Brand by Harrison Pierce October 3, 2025 0 Series by Marriott is a collection of independent lifestyle hotels. The first five U.S. locations will be in partnership with FOUND Hotels in major cities throughout the country. Series by Marriott is also headed to India in collaboration with The Fern. Learn more about what to expect from the brand, including earning points and Marriott elite benefits.
Marriott Eat Around Town: New Members Earn up to 6,000 Bonus Points on All Dines by Skye Class December 27, 2025 42 Did you know you can dine out and rack up Marriott Bonvoy points through Eat Around Town. Right now, you can earn 8X points on all dines in October as a new member and 200 points per completed reservation. Here's how to stack these offers — and which cards can help you earn even more.
Transfer Amex Membership Rewards to Marriott and Get a 30% Bonus Through November 2025 by Skye Class and JT Genter December 1, 2025 45 American Express just launched a new 30% bonus for transferring Membership Rewards points to Marriott Bonvoy through November 30, 2025. With this offer, you'll get 1,300 Marriott points for every 1,000 Membership Rewards points you transfer. While that's not the best deal, this offer may still be worth taking advantage of in some circumstances.
Maximizing Marriott Bonvoy Point Earnings: Which Brands and Cards Earn the Most by Ryan Flanigan and Ben Nickel-D'Andrea September 28, 2025 1 Marriott Bonvoy offers more than 9,300 properties in 144 countries across 37 brands of hotels. When you stay at one of Marriott's many hotels, you'll want to earn as many points as possible in return. But how many points can you earn on Marriott stays? We will help break down what you earn based on status, brand and more.
Marriott Recently Made a Bunch of Changes to Elite Benefits — Here’s What’s Most Important by Tyler Glatt September 26, 2025 1 The Marriott Bonvoy program terms and conditions have over 34,000 words. For reference, that's more than four times the length of the U.S. Constitution (including all amendments). Marriott regularly updates these terms but rarely announces minor tweaks and changes. So, here we are with a recap of the changes Marriott has made to its program over the past few months.
From Adana Kebabs to Elite Upgrades: Why I Keep Returning to This Moxy in Istanbul by JT Genter September 24, 2025 3 I'm not typically a fan of Moxy hotels... but a one-night stay at the Moxy Istanbul Beyoğlu impressed me so much that I've already returned for two more stays. Here's why this recently-opened property has quickly become my go-to property in the heart of Istanbul.
How to Find and Access Marriott Lounges — And What You’ll Get if the Lounge Is Closed by Cameron Laufer September 22, 2025 1 Marriott has added a new search filter on its website that lets customers easily find properties with lounge access. This is great news for elite members who can enjoy these lounges at no cost. In this post, we’ll cover how to search for lounges, how to gain access, and what to expect if the lounge is closed.
Marriott Partners With Lufthansa Miles & More, Adds Elite Status Match. Here’s How to Opt In. by Tyler Glatt September 17, 2025 1 Marriott announced a new preferred partnership with Miles & More, the loyalty program for Lufthansa, SWISS, and other European carriers. The tie-up gives travelers new ways to earn towards Miles & More status through stays and unlock complimentary Marriott Bonvoy® elite status.
How to Use the Ritz-Carlton Card’s $300 Annual Travel Credit — And How We’ve Maximized Ours by Ashley Onadele and Brie Bash September 5, 2025 24 The Ritz-Carlton™ Credit Card is no longer available to new cardholders, but this premium travel card is still available to existing cardholders of a Marriott-branded Chase credit card via a product change. Here's what you need to know about one of the card's marquis benefits: a $300 annual travel credit.
Marriott Silver Elite Status: Are the Few Benefits You Get Worth the Cost to Earn Them? by Harrison Pierce September 4, 2025 0 Marriott has five elite status tiers. The first, Marriott Silver Elite, doesn't come with a ton of benefits, but it is easily attainable. Silver Elite members earn bonus points on stays and priority late checkout. Whether you earn status through hotel stays or co-branded credit cards, Silver Elite is your first step on your path to a higher tier of status. Here's what you need to know.
Earn 6,000 Marriott Bonvoy Points On Just a $5 BetMGM Wager by Harrison Pierce August 28, 2025 1 Marriott and BetMGM are expanding their partnership by allowing new BetMGM users to earn 6,000 Marriott Bonvoy points after placing their first bet of at least $5. Here's what to know about this promotion and how to maximize it.
Hotel Elite Status Made Easy: Status Matches, Fast Tracks, and Credit Card Perks by Tyler Glatt and Harrison Pierce August 24, 2025 7 The only thing better than award travel is award travel with elite status. When you hold elite status with a brand, you can enjoy huge money-saving perks, ranging from free room upgrades to complimentary breakfast and more. Here are all the status match and elite status fast-track opportunities currently available through major hotel programs.
Traveling to Universal Epic Universe? Here Are the Best Hotels Nearby Bookable With Points by Mark Jackson August 21, 2025 2 Epic Universe made quite a splash earlier this summer when it was unveiled to the world. If you want to check out the newest major theme park in the U.S., you have several hotel options — from those offering valuable perks for visitors to those bookable for as few as 12,000 points per night! In this post, we explore all available options, brand by brand.
From VIP Pyramid Access to Elite Upgrades: 7 Reasons I Loved Staying at Marriott Mena House in Cairo by JT Genter August 16, 2025 6 Last weekend, my wife and I stayed at the Marriott Mena House right next to the Giza pyramids outside Cairo, Egypt. From VIP golf cart access to the pyramids to the excellent redemption rate we got, here's seven reasons we loved our stay.
Marriott’s Nightly Upgrade Awards, Explained: Where You Can Use Them and How They Work by Ashley Onadele and Mark Jackson August 13, 2025 2 Marriott Bonvoy's Nightly Upgrade Awards are a benefit that elite members can choose through Annual Choice Benefits. With these awards, you can request a room upgrade prior to arrival at the hotel. This benefit replaced the previous and similar Suite Night Awards. Here's a closer look at what Nightly Upgrade Awards are, how to earn them, and how to use them.
What Marriott Gold Elite Status Actually Gets You — and the Easiest Ways to Earn It by Harrison Pierce July 22, 2025 0 Marriott has five elite status tiers for its most loyal customers. The second tier, Gold Elite, comes with a variety of benefits, including bonus points, room upgrades, and a late checkout. Here's everything to know about Marriott Gold Elite benefits and how to earn this status.
How and When to Use Your Ritz-Carlton Club Level Upgrade Certificates by Brie Bash July 14, 2025 3 As one of the many perks of The Ritz-Carlton™ Credit Card, cardholders receive complimentary club-level upgrade certificates each year. In the right circumstances, they can help you enhance your next stay at an already premium property. Let's look at how to apply these certificates and when they might make sense to use.
How To Book the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels With Points by Samantha Holland and Carissa Rawson July 10, 2025 0 Walt Disney World Deluxe Resorts offer amazing perks while averaging $1,500 per night. With Marriott Bonvoy points, you can book The Walt Disney World Swan, Dolphin, or Swan Reserve and pay just taxes and fees on the room. Read more about the differences between the three properties and which Marriott cards offer the right perks for booking your stay at these hotels.
How to Earn and Redeem Marriott Points While Glamping at Postcard Cabins by Skye Class July 8, 2025 1 In 2024, Marriott announced an acquisition of Postcard Cabins, a network of luxury glamping cabins across the U.S. All 29 Postcard Cabins locations are now bookable exclusively through Marriott, allowing Bonvoy members to both earn and redeem points for these stays. Here’s what to know.
Marriott Members: Enroll to Get a Month of Super Duolingo for Free by Skye Class July 6, 2025 0 Marriott Bonvoy members have a unique chance to claim a complimentary month of Super Duolingo. It’s a great opportunity to start learning a new language or continue your studies with extra support. Here's how to claim your free month.
Register to Earn Bonus Marriott Points on United Flights, Bonus United Miles on Marriott Stays by Tyler Glatt September 1, 2025 3 Marriott and United Airlines are launching a promotion that'll award Bonvoy points on flights and MileagePlus miles on stays. This offer is an extension of Marriott's and United's preferred partnership. Here's all you need to know about this limited-time bonus United miles and bonus Marriott points promotion.
Claim 3 Months of Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite Status With Your Chase Sapphire Reserve® by Skye Class and Cameron Laufer October 3, 2025 5 This offer is back, providing those with the Chase Sapphire Reserve® a very simple path to Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status. You can claim three complimentary months of Marriott Gold status if you register by September 30, 2025. Here are the steps to claim the elite status — and also how to extend it through February 2027.
Points of Interest: Mileage Bargains Not Dead, Surprise Hyatt Card Bonus Categories, and More Program Updates by Tyler Glatt June 7, 2025 0 This year is flying by, and the points and miles landscape is changing just as quickly. In this fourth installment of Points of Interest, we’ll walk you through some of the behind-the-scenes loyalty program updates from the past few months.
Spent Enough to Unlock a Brilliant Earned Choice Award? You Now Have a New Benefit Option by Tyler Glatt June 4, 2025 1 The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card is packed with benefits. Most of these you get automatically (or after enrollment), but one of the card's lesser-appreciated perks is the Brilliant Earned Choice Award benefit you unlock after making eligible purchases every calendar year. And this benefit just got a little better. Here's how.
Emirates and Marriott Bonvoy Partnership Guide: Reciprocal Benefits, Point Transfers by Mark Jackson June 4, 2025 3 Marriott Bonvoy has a lot of airline partners, but one partnership that goes a little deeper than most is with Emirates Skywards. The two programs offer reciprocal benefits through a program called Your World Rewards. Here’s what to know about the Your World Rewards program.
