Your world rewards, the partnership between Emirates and Marriott that gives bonus points to all members
The purpose of reward travel is to maximize the collection of points, points that can then be converted into [...]
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The purpose of the reward travel is to maximize the collection of points, points that can then be converted into free stays and flights around the world. Today we discuss a little-known partnership that allows members of the Emirates and Marriott loyalty program to link their accounts and get not only bonus points, but also status recognition when flying.
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How the partnership works
We talked about a similar initiative between Singapore Airlines and Shangri-Là hotels, a partnership that recently allowed me to become Gold Star Alliance with only 3 flights.
You need to link your accounts Skywards (Emirates) and Bonvoy (Marriott) and, depending on the elite level you hold, you will gain different privileges. American Express Platinum holders can take advantage of this option due to the fact that Gold status in the hotel chain's loyalty program is recognized once the card connection is made.
By linking the two accounts you will gain benefits both when you stay and when you fly, bonuses that vary depending on the elite level you hold.
Let's start with the benefits when staying in a Marriott facility.
- All members of Emirates Skywards will earn 1 Skywards Mile for each USD or equivalent spent, in addition to points while staying at participating Marriott Bonvoy hotels.
- Emirates Skywards Gold and Platinum members also enjoy hotel-exclusive benefits such as priority check-in, late check-out until 4 p.m., and free in-room enhanced Wi-Fi.
The benefits when flying instead are as follows:
- Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite members or above. will earn 3 points for each USD or equivalent spent, in addition to Skywards Miles when flying with Emirates.
- Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Elite, Titanium Elite and Ambassador Elite members. will enjoy elite airport benefits, such as priority check-in and boarding at the airport.
In conclusion
This is a classic example of how to get more points by simply participating in a promotion And without spending an extra euro. We are not talking about large amounts, but the game is really about not leaving a single point on the street. The interesting thing is that the points are "extra" and are in addition to any other ongoing promotion, so they are not alternatives. It costs nothing to sign up, and even if you don't plan to fly EK or stay in a Marriott anytime soon, the advice is to do it anyway and avoid forgetting.
