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Cynics typically say that bigger doesn't always equal better when it comes to major corporations like Marriott International.

On Jan. 1, 2024, I woke up to some exciting news in my Marriott Bonvoy app: I had officially notched my 10th year of Platinum Elite status. Since I had already surpassed 600 lifetime nights in 2023, this meant that I was starting the new year as a newly minted Lifetime Marriott Platinum Elite member.

Marriott International has signed an agreement with NEOM to bring Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy to Sindalah, the luxury island destination in the Red Sea off Saudi Arabia’s northwest coast. Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy will offer premium and luxury apartment-style accommodations to meet the increased demand from families and younger travelers, who now seek more space and homely amenities when staying away from home.

Sometimes traveling with your family or young children in tow requires a different set of needs from your hotel. For example, if staying on budget is important, you may value free parking more than room service. And on the other hand, if you're looking to splurge on spa or babysitting services, you'll find yourself looking for accommodations with those amenities instead.

Travelers who are already looking ahead to spring break are in luck: There's a promotion going on from Marriott Bonvoy that's ideal for those trying to book an all-inclusive vacation in 2024.

Whether you live in a big city or a small town, it's safe to assume that most people have used Uber and Uber Eats. One of the greatest benefits is that you can earn valuable rewards through your transactions with these platforms, which can help you progress toward a free night at one of Marriott's best hotels.

In the world of TikTok and social media influencers, hotels and tourism agencies have had to experiment with new ways of reaching younger audiences. 

The business of loyalty rests on making customers’ lives easier so that they come back for more. Partnerships help a lot and airlines and hospitals are a natural fit. 

There's major news from hotel mega-chain Marriott Bonvoy.

Skiing and snowboarding got a big participation boost from the pandemic, and leisure travel in general has been running at a frenetic pace, with demand often outstripping supply. As a result, many top winter vacation destinations are more expensive than ever. Because Marriott’s Bonvoy is the world’s largest hotel loyalty program, many frequent travelers and those who accrue points through business travel will be looking to redeem their earnings for much needed “free” vacation stays.

If you have the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card, you may be able to earn an extra free night certificate.

Marriott Bonvoy will begin offering new interactive programming in partnership with the family experience company CAMP, debuting at the upcoming Marriott Cancun, an All-Inclusive Resort slated to open this spring. 

Ready for a new take on a longer stay with Marriott Bonvoy? The first Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy property is now accepting reservations for stays from late December.

You're next Uber ride could go towards a future Marriott hotel stay.

Marriott Cancun, an All-Inclusive resort, will be the first to offer CAMP Club. The ultimate family getaway is now available to book for Spring 2024.

Next year is going to be an exciting year for travel, with many brands announcing new plans, such as American Airlines bringing more flights to more cities. Hotels are also jumping on the bandwagon as Marriott Bonvoy members can bid on exclusive Super Bowl LVIII packages to enjoy special pregame and postgame experiences in 2024. Some packages are available starting at 10,000 Bonvoy Points, while others go to the highest bidder.

Marriott Bonvoy is launching its biggest Cyber Week Sale ever, beginning November 21 through November 28 for members, offering 20 percent off their booking on stays at over 6,500 around the globe. 

Listen up, Marriott Bonvoy loyalists, the program just announced new changes centered around two brands: Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy and Four Points Express by Sheraton.