Red Room Chronicles

Got my Marriott Rewards statement in the mail with the usual assorted offers that and information come in the envelope with the statement. I like the sound of the newly renovated Newport Beach Marriott overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Or how about the soon to be completed Cleveland Downtown Marriott at Key Center? Once the renovation is complete the hotel will feature flat screen TVs among other upgraded amenities. I just wish I had the time to check out some of these properties. Given my business schedule I’m now hoping for a client visit in either Newport Beach or Cleveland.

There are also some 10% off deals on Marriott Rewards Merchandise. This is one of the more intruiging points of the rewards program. I’m always considering trading in my points for some nice merchandise but I always hold out thinking that I’ll take an amazing trip on points some time in the near future. Two items that catch my eye are the Sharp 56″ projection TV for 270,000 points and the Sony DVD Camcorder for 105,300 points. There are some other nice items as well that are 10% off their usual point levels.