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Marriott Bonvoy
Marriott Bonvoy is The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's loyalty program, with 6 tiers from Member to Ambassador Elite.
Overview
Marriott Bonvoy is Marriott International's hotel loyalty program. The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection joined it in November 2021, so members earn and redeem points on voyages and earn nights toward Elite status, and Elite members receive extra recognition on board. Status itself is earned mostly through Marriott hotel stays; the yacht-specific benefits by tier are summarized below.
Tiers
Member
Free to join Marriott Bonvoy
Earns and redeems points and Elite Night Credits on voyages; no additional onboard benefits are listed.
Silver Elite
10 to 24 nights a year
Private invitation to the Marriott Bonvoy Elite reception on board.
Gold Elite
25 to 49 nights a year
Elite reception invitation and a choice of in-suite welcome gift (varies by tier).
Platinum Elite
50 to 74 nights a year
Elite reception invitation, choice of in-suite welcome gift and complimentary first-evening laundry pressing.
Titanium Elite
75 or more nights a year
Elite reception invitation, choice of in-suite welcome gift, complimentary first-evening laundry pressing, and priority boarding and departure.
Ambassador Elite
100 or more nights a year plus $23,000 in annual qualifying spend
Elite reception invitation, choice of in-suite welcome gift, priority boarding and departure, early access to specialty dining reservations, and complimentary laundry throughout the voyage.
How you earn
Members earn 5 points per US$1 spent on the cruise-only fare and on hotel packages at participating Marriott hotels booked through the line, for up to three suites or rooms they pay for and occupy, plus one Elite Night Credit per night aboard. The member number must be on the booking at least 30 days before sailing, and points post within 14 days of the voyage. Points can be redeemed against the cruise fare: 180,000 points for the first $1,000 off, then 90,000 points per $500, applied up to 121 days before departure.
Quick answers
How many tiers does Marriott Bonvoy have?
Marriott Bonvoy, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's loyalty program, has 6 tiers: Member, Silver Elite, Gold Elite, Platinum Elite, Titanium Elite and Ambassador Elite.
What is the top tier of Marriott Bonvoy?
Ambassador Elite is the top tier of Marriott Bonvoy, reached at 100 or more nights a year plus $23,000 in annual qualifying spend. Elite reception invitation, choice of in-suite welcome gift, priority boarding and departure, early access to specialty dining reservations, and complimentary laundry throughout the voyage.
How do you earn status with Marriott Bonvoy?
Members earn 5 points per US$1 spent on the cruise-only fare and on hotel packages at participating Marriott hotels booked through the line, for up to three suites or rooms they pay for and occupy, plus one Elite Night Credit per night aboard. The member number must be on the booking at least 30 days before sailing, and points post within 14 days of the voyage. Points can be redeemed against the cruise fare: 180,000 points for the first $1,000 off, then 90,000 points per $500, applied up to 121 days before departure.
Program rules change; check the official page before you book on the strength of a perk.