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Transfer Amex Membership Rewards to Marriott and Get a 30% Bonus Through November 2025

October 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.

Skye Class & JT Genter

Maximizing Marriott Bonvoy Point Earnings: Which Brands and Cards Earn the Most

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.

Ryan Flanigan & Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

Marriott Recently Made a Bunch of Changes to Elite Benefits — Here’s What’s Most Important

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.

Tyler Glatt

From Adana Kebabs to Elite Upgrades: Why I Keep Returning to This Moxy in Istanbul

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.

JT Genter

How to Find and Access Marriott Lounges — And What You'll Get if the Lounge Is Closed

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.

Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

How to Use the Ritz-Carlton Card’s $300 Annual Travel Credit — And How We’ve Maximized Ours

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.

Ashley Onadele & Brie Bash

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Marriott Bonvoy® Silver Elite Status: Are the Few Benefits You Get Worth the Cost to Earn Them?

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.

Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Erik Paquet

Earn 6,000 Marriott Bonvoy Points On Just a $5 BetMGM Wager

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.

Harrison Pierce

Traveling to Universal Epic Universe? Here Are the Best Hotels Nearby Bookable With Points

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.

Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

From VIP Pyramid Access to Elite Upgrades: 7 Reasons I Loved Staying at Marriott Mena House in Cairo

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.

JT Genter

Marriott’s Nightly Upgrade Awards, Explained: Where You Can Use Them and How They Work

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.

Ashley Onadele & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

What Marriott Bonvoy® Gold Elite Status Actually Gets You — and the Easiest Ways to Earn It

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.

Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

How and When to Use Your Ritz-Carlton Club Level Upgrade Certificates

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.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

How To Book the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels With Points

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.

Samantha Holland & Carissa Rawson

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

How to Earn and Redeem Marriott Points While Glamping at Postcard Cabins

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.

Skye Class

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Marriott Members: Enroll to Get a Month of Super Duolingo for Free

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.

Skye Class

Register to Earn Bonus Marriott Points on United Flights, Bonus United Miles on Marriott Stays

July 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.

Tyler Glatt

Claim 3 Months of Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite Status With Your Chase Sapphire Reserve®

June 30, 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.

Skye Class & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

Points of Interest: Mileage Bargains Not Dead, Surprise Hyatt Card Bonus Categories, and More Program Updates

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.

Tyler Glatt

Spent Enough to Unlock a Brilliant Earned Choice Award? You Now Have a New Benefit Option

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.

Tyler Glatt

Emirates and Marriott Bonvoy Partnership Guide: Reciprocal Benefits, Point Transfers

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.

Mark Jackson

Marriott’s Most Expensive Award Nights Now Cost Over 600K Points — How Did We Get Here?

May 27, 2025 5

Marriott Bonvoy award prices have skyrocketed since the 2018 merger with Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG). Award nights now cost over 600,000 points per night — a far cry from Marriott's 45,000-point cap in 2018! So, how did we get here? Let’s take a look back at how Marriott’s most expensive award nights have changed over the years.

Mark Jackson

Reviewed by JT Genter

Here’s When You Will and Won’t Pay Resort Fees on Award Stays

May 27, 2025 3

Resort fees are never fun to pay, but they are even more frustrating when they are implemented on your free nights and award stays. Here are all of the hotel brands that waive resort fees on award nights — as well as the ones that don't. This should help you know what to expect during your next hotel stay.

Toni Southam & Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Amex Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Card Review: Premium Perks With a High Annual Fee

May 25, 2025 8

The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card gives you top-tier status, plus an array of other premium benefits. Check out our review to see if this card is right for you.

Senitra Horbrook & Jess Farley

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Why Marriott Platinum Elite Status Is the Sweet Spot in the Bonvoy Program

May 21, 2025 4

Marriott Platinum Elite status is one of the best mid-tier hotel statuses you can earn — unlocking perks like free breakfast, room upgrades (including suites), 4 pm late checkout, and access to executive lounges. Even better, you don’t need to spend 50 nights a year to get it. Here’s what makes Platinum the Marriott Bonvoy sweet spot — and how to earn it faster with the right credit cards.

Jon Nickel-D'Andrea & Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card Review: A Long-Term Keeper

May 18, 2025 0

The Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card is a solid option for small business owners who are loyal to Marriott. Here's everything you need to know about it's perks and long-term benefits to help you decide if it's one you should add to your wallet.

Ashley Onadele & Brie Bash

Reviewed by JT Genter

The Best Hotels Near Walt Disney World That You Can Book With Points

May 10, 2025 0

Walt Disney World has dozens of official hotels, each offering a different mix of perks and amenities. Some include early theme park entry, while others focus on convenient shuttle service. In this guide, we break down the best resorts you can book with points to help you find the option that best fits your travel style and rewards program.

Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

13 Ways To Earn Marriott Bonvoy Points Without Staying at a Hotel

April 23, 2025 0

There are many ways to earn a large amount of Marriott points each year that do not involve staying at a hotel. These include opening a Marriott card, booking a vacation or rental car, hosting a business meeting or conference, linking your Uber account, and more.

Jenna Hansen & Jon Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by JT Genter

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