Marriott and United relaunch double dipping: double bonuses for those flying and staying this summer
In the world of loyalty promotions, it rarely happens that you can earn points on both sides without having to give up anything. [...]
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In the world of loyalty promotions, it rarely happens that you can earn points on both sides Without having to give up anything.
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But this is exactly the case with the new initiative jointly launched by Marriott Bonvoy e United MileagePlus: a promotion that allows you to get extra points and miles For each hotel stay and each flight made by August 31, 2025. All with an additional bonus for those who complete both activities.
An attractive proposition for those who have already planned summer trips-perhaps taking advantage of some flight deals-and want to maximize point earnings, Without changing one's habits And without spending a penny more.
What is the double dipping (and why frequent flyers love it)
In the jargon of loyalty programs, the double dipping is the practice - perfectly legal - of Get rewards from two programs at the same time for the same activity. For example: book a Marriott stay and receive both classic Bonvoy points either miles United for the same night. Or fly with United and earn both miles MileagePlus which points Marriott Bonvoy as a bonus.
In times when many programs have reduced benefits and made accumulation more difficult, double dipping has become a key strategy for those who want to maximize the benefits without complicating their lives. And it is precisely on this mechanism that the Marriott-United promotion is based.
How the Marriott Bonvoy & United MileagePlus promo works.
To participate, you must:
- Be enrolled in the Preferred Partnership Program between Marriott e United.
- Register for the promo on the Marriott or United website by August 31, 2025.
- Complete at least a paid stay at a Marriott Bonvoy facility and/or a paid flight operated by United Airlines.
Here is how bonuses are awarded:
- 750 Bonvoy points For each qualifying United flight
- 500 MileagePlus for each qualifying Marriott stay
- Extra bonuses by 1,500 Bonvoy points + 1,000 MileagePlus miles if you complete at least a flight + a stay during the promotional period
Please note, however, that flights or stays booked with miles/points do not count, nor do "points + money" combinations. In addition, to be eligible, it is mandatory to Keep "Marriott points" as earning preference in Bonvoy profile.
Why it pays off (and who it's for)
This promotion is especially beneficial for those who fly frequently with United and regularly stay at Marriott hotels-for example, business travelers, frequent flyers in challenge status, or those who are already planning intercontinental travel this summer.
In addition, the fact that the promo is combinable with other active promotions represents an additional competitive advantage. A perfect opportunity to make double dipping in full force and maximize the return on every euro spent.
Conclusion
The real strength of this promotion is not only the value of the bonuses at stake, but the fact that doesn't force you to do anything different from the usual. The bonus won't change your plans, but if you are already a Marriott customer and fly with United, this is a perfect opportunity to double your earnings. A rare case of a "free lunch" in the frequent flyer world - and those who know the rules of the game well know how hard it is to find one.
