Marriott Rewards taking off with Saudia

Marriott Rewards members traveling throughout the Middle East can now earn ‘Saudia’ Airlines — Alfursan Miles for stays at more than 3,700 Marriott International hotels in 70 countries across 14 distinctive brands.
Marriott Rewards points can also be redeemed for Alfursan Miles.
Marriott Rewards members who designate ‘Saudia’ Airlines — Alfursan Program as their earning preference will receive:
* Two Alfursan Miles per $ 1 spent at: JW Marriott, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts and Marriott Vacation Club
* Two Alfursan Miles per $ 1 spent on room rate only at the following brands: The Ritz-Carlton and Gaylord Hotels.
* One (1) Alfursan Mile per $ 1 spent (room rate only) at: AC Hotels by Marriott, Courtyard by Marriott, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott, SpringHill Suites by Marriott, Residence Inn by Marriott, TownePlace Suites by Marriott and Marriott Executive Apartments.
Saudia is the flagship carrier airline of the Kingdom and is based in Jeddah.
It operates domestic and international flights to over 92 destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe and North America, and by recently joining the SkyTeam Global Airline Alliance it expanded its flight connections to more than 1,000 international destinations via 19 partner airlines.
Alfursan is the Frequent Flyer program of Saudia with one of the largest membership bases in the Middle East region. Alfursan was the first frequent flyer program to launch in the region, catering predominantly to the residents of Saudi Arabia.
Alfursan offers highly attractive global rewards and privileges to its members including unrestricted access to reward seat and upgrades on more than 15,000 daily flights.
There are 43 hotels in Marriott’s family of brands in the Middle East, including eight hotels in the Kingdom, where members can earn and redeem Marriott Rewards points.