Leo did the math. Buying 15,000 points with the 40% bonus would give him 21,000 points—exactly what he needed to top off his balance. He completed the transaction online, knowing the points would post to his account within . Can I Purchase Points When Making a Reservation?

Leo had been meticulously saving his Marriott Bonvoy points for two years, eyeing the crystal-clear waters of the . He had amassed 380,000 points—enough for four nights—but the fifth night was just out of reach. Because Marriott offers a "Stay for 5, Pay for 4" benefit on award stays, he only needed enough points for that final push to unlock a completely free five-night retreat. The Point Gap

Realizing he was 20,000 points short and his vacation dates were fast approaching, Leo logged into his Marriott Bonvoy account . He found that points are typically sold at a standard rate of . However, luck was on his side: a seasonal promotion was offering a 40% bonus on purchases of 2,000 points or more. The Strategy