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Marriott Bonvoy & Aeroplan offering status match & two-way currency transfer
Marriott Bonvoy and Aeroplan have deepened their loyalty partnership, building on a longstanding relationship between the two brands to offer more benefits to travellers.
Through this enhanced partnership, Aeroplan 50K, 75K, and Super Elite Members will receive complimentary Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite Status, while Marriott Bonvoy Titanium Elite and Ambassador Elite members will receive complimentary Aeroplan 25K Status, according to a press release.
The joint member must link their Marriott Bonvoy account and Aeroplan account to unlock the status match across programs.
In addition, Aeroplan Elite Status Members can now convert their Aeroplan points into Marriott Bonvoy points at a 1:1 ratio, adding greater flexibility to how members can use their Aeroplan points.
This is in addition to the already existing ability for members to convert their Marriott Bonvoy points into Aeroplan points at a 3:1 ratio.
Together, these improved benefits provide Marriott Bonvoy members and Aeroplan members more opportunities to enhance their overall travel and lifestyle experiences.
Status match
With Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status, members can enjoy exclusive benefits including priority late check out (subject to availability), enhanced room upgrades (subject to availability), and 25 per cent bonus Marriott Bonvoy points on eligible stays, among a variety of other benefits to enhance members’ experience.
In turn, Aeroplan 25K Status Members can enjoy priority airport services that currently include priority check-in and boarding, two complimentary checked bags, eUpgrade credits to enjoy extra comfort, complimentary preferred seats, exclusive offers and more (subject to availability and Aeroplan program changes).
“Marriott Bonvoy members love to passionately explore cultures around the world, and together with Aeroplan, we are making aspirational destinations and incredible travel experiences more attainable and enjoyable for our members,” said David Flueck, senior bvice-president, global head, loyalty, cards and enterprise partnerships, Marriott International. “Whether it is through a preferred airline partner like Aeroplan or our rapidly growing portfolio of global properties across more than 30 brands, we are focused on delivering more value, benefits and travel experiences for our members.”
“We’re thrilled to bring the best of Aeroplan and Marriott Bonvoy together for our members,” added Scott O'Leary, VP, loyalty and product at Air Canada. “Whether it’s topping up the points needed for a reward, or enjoying the benefits of Elite status, there’s a lot to be excited about."
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