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Here's what we've got for you today:
🏨 MGM hotels now bookable with Marriott points
A while back, we told you about how Marriott stole the beloved MGM partnership away from Hyatt, which was… devastating… to say the least.
As of this past weekend, a number of MGM properties in Las Vegas are now officially bookable with Marriott Bonvoy points, and there are some really interesting redemptions…
First of all, the award costs for these properties vary WIDELY by property and date…
More specifically, prices range all the way from 5,000 points per night (which is insane) all the way to 150,000 points per night (which is also insane, for all the wrong reasons).
For example, you can book nights throughout the year at the Excalibur for just 5,000 Marriott Bonvoy points.
And although this sounds like a pretty amazing deal, there is more than meets the eye here…
The cash cost of this room for one night is $84, including a $42 resort fee, which you still need to pay when using points.
Therefore, these 5,000 points are only saving you $42, along with the opportunity cost of missing out on earning points and participating in promotions.
But don’t worry, kids, there are some MUCH better redemptions available in Vegas.
I ran a search for this summer and found redemptions like this one at other MGM hotels:
The cash cost is a whopping $537, but only 22,000 Marriott points.
Like the Excalibur, you’ll still have to pay a resort fee at this property ($51 this time).
BUT in this case, your 22,000 points are worth $486, which means you’re getting 2.2 cents per Marriott point in value… which is AMAZING.
As I mentioned, prices can also be pretty outrageous during peak times…
Overall, this is great news for you Vegas fans.
If you plan your travels far enough in advance, your Marriott points could get you some amazing value from these new properties.
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🤓 Travel Trivia Tuesday
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The top ten list includes places like Greenland, the U.S., Nepal, China, and more…
But the country that takes the crown as the world's snowiest spot is…
Japan! With its higher elevations, it receives a whopping 600 inches of snow each winter (mainly in January and February).
This epic snowfall is fueled by icy winds from China meeting moisture-filled air over the Sea of Japan, resulting in heavy snow, especially in mountainous regions.
This isn't suuuper surprising considering Japan is a popular ski spot for travelers. Skiing hotspots like Niseko thrive in drawing thrill-seekers from far and wide. But, Japan isn't the only snow champ!
Up north, Canada (proud Canadian moment 🍁) battles for the title, enduring frigid temps and massive snow for up to eight months a year.
Even the U.S. sees its fair share of snow, with my home state of New Hampshire and others boasting some serious winter wonderlands.
So, if you're dreaming of a snowy escape, Japan might just be the spot. Read more here.
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That’s all for today, folks!! I hope you points and miles nerds apply for the job, and I look forward to welcoming one of you lucky ducks to our team.
For now, however, I hope you have a wonderful rest of your Tuesday, and I’ll see you tomorrow morning. ❤️
