Frequent Miler on the Air End of Year Marriott elite plans | Coffee Break Ep76 | 11-4-25
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Nov 4, 2025 Strategize your Marriott elite nights before the year's end! Discover which status levels—Gold, Platinum, or Titanium—are worth pursuing. Learn how credit cards can fast-track you to elite status, and navigate the complex rules around earning multiple bonuses. Find out clever tricks for quickly accumulating elite nights and hear insights into personal plans for achieving lifetime platinum. Greg and Nick share their individual strategies and frustrations with upgrade awards, ensuring you're prepared for the ultimate Marriott experience.
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Audit Your Marriott Night Gap Now
- Check your current Marriott nights and booked stays now to see the gap to the elite level you want.
- Plan short-term actions before year-end to close that gap rather than waiting until it's too late.
Which Status Levels Really Matter
- Platinum (50 nights) delivers the most broadly useful perks like breakfast or lounge access at many properties.
- Titanium (75 nights) adds airline status and a valuable 40k free night certificate making it the other common target.
Use A Premium Card For Instant Platinum
- Consider the Bonvoy Brilliant Amex to get instant Platinum benefits if you value breakfast and lounge access.
- Accept that it may be expensive but useful if you prioritize the elite perks over the welcome bonus.