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Vancouver Vacation: Marriott Renaissance Vancouver Harbourside and Hyatt Regency Vancouver Hotel Reviews

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Vancouver Vacation: Marriott Renaissance Vancouver Harbourside and Hyatt Regency Vancouver Hotel Reviews

On my recent trip to Vancouver, British Columbia, I stayed at 2 nice hotels and thought I would share some photos with you.  The first hotel I stayed at was the Marriott Renaissance Vancouver Harbourside Hotel (link).

Renaissance Marriott Vancouver

The hotel is a Marriott Category 6 (30,000 Marriott Points) or $251.95 per night.  We stayed 2 nights on points.  Parking was $23 CAD per day.

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Marriott Platinum Challenge = United MileagePlus Premier Silver Status

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Marriott Platinum Challenge = United MileagePlus Premier Silver Status

(Hat Tip to Frequent Miler for the idea.)

I was able to call Marriott and ask for a Platinum Challenge.  Within minutes, my account was upgraded to Marriott Platinum.  If you are curious about the Marriott Platinum Challenge, read Frequent Miler’s post.

Marriott Gold Status (before the Platinum Challenge call):

Marriott Gold Status

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A Million Thanks to Million Mile Secrets

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A Million Thanks to Million Mile Secrets

I want to thank Daraius from Million Mile Secrets for featuring me on his Friday morning “Big Travel with Small Money” series.  I have been a long time reader of his site and enjoy reading his articles every day.  I have had the pleasure to speak with Emily a few times and get a picture with her at the Frequent Traveler University in Tyson’s Corner, VA a few months back.  I highly recommend you guys check it out.  The next event is in Tampa, FL from September 27-29 (details here).

Emily and Grant

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