Delta and Starwood introduce Crossover Rewards
Feb 7, 2013, 5:56 am
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Delta and Starwood introduce Crossover Rewards
Hello FTers, happy Thursday! We noticed you picked up our upcoming Crossover Rewards announcement a little early. In a matter of minutes our news release will be out with the official details regarding our partnership with the Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) program.
All Delta Medallion members will earn one mile per dollar spent on eligible room rates when staying with Starwood in addition to the Starpoints usually earned for stays. Also, Diamond and Platinum Medallion members can enjoy 4pm late checkout, access to the SPG elite check-in line, complimentary in-room internet access, and room upgrades at check-in.
SPG elite members will earn one Starpoint per dollar spent on eligible flights in addition to the miles usually earned for their flight. SPG Platinum members will also receive one free checked bag, priority check-in and priority boarding when flying Delta.
For more information check delta.com/crossoverrewards later today for the complete details and frequently asked questions.
We’re excited about this program and eager to hear what you think!
All Delta Medallion members will earn one mile per dollar spent on eligible room rates when staying with Starwood in addition to the Starpoints usually earned for stays. Also, Diamond and Platinum Medallion members can enjoy 4pm late checkout, access to the SPG elite check-in line, complimentary in-room internet access, and room upgrades at check-in.
SPG elite members will earn one Starpoint per dollar spent on eligible flights in addition to the miles usually earned for their flight. SPG Platinum members will also receive one free checked bag, priority check-in and priority boarding when flying Delta.
For more information check delta.com/crossoverrewards later today for the complete details and frequently asked questions.
We’re excited about this program and eager to hear what you think!
Last edited by SkyMilesTeam; Feb 7, 2013 at 6:57 am
Feb 7, 2013, 6:02 am
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Delta and Starwood introduce Crossover Rewards
Thanks for the post, we appreciate it!
Question: Where are SPG elites who have no DL status going to be on the upgrade priority list?
Question: Where are SPG elites who have no DL status going to be on the upgrade priority list?
Feb 7, 2013, 6:08 am
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The news release was just issued. More information is available here: http://t.co/RD9lR0gB
Feb 7, 2013, 6:10 am
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Feb 7, 2013, 6:15 am
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All Delta Medallion members will earn one mile per dollar spent on eligible room rates when staying with Starwood in addition to the Starpoints usually earned for stays. Also, Diamond and Platinum Medallion members can enjoy 4pm late checkout, access to the SPG elite check-in line, complimentary in-room internet access, and room upgrades at check-in.
SPG elite members will earn one Starpoint per dollar spent on eligible flights in addition to the miles usually earned for their flight. SPG Platinum members will also receive one free checked bag, priority check-in and priority boarding when flying Delta.
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Feb 7, 2013, 6:22 am
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Feb 7, 2013, 6:25 am
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Provisions on LoyaltyLobby were fairly specific & detailed:
"SPG VIP or Platinum members are eligible for day of departure upgrades on Delta or Delta Connection flights within the United States. Free upgrades are subject to availability and conditions may not be available on all flights or in all markets. Free upgrades are not available on flights affected by our product BusinessElite ®, with the exception of flights between New York / JFK and Los Angeles or San Francisco. Upgrades are not eligible on Award or Pay with Miles tickets. Medallion members may request an SPG VIP or Platinum member as their companion upgrade which would allow clearance at the Companion level up to 24 hours prior to departure."
Feb 7, 2013, 6:27 am
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I don't see any DL upgrades mentioned in today's program announcements.
Provisions on LoyaltyLobby were fairly specific & detailed:
Provisions on LoyaltyLobby were fairly specific & detailed:
Feb 7, 2013, 6:27 am
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This came just at the right time for me. I've just burnt all of my HH points on an award stay at the Conrad Rangali. Now I think I should switch all of my upcoming stays to SPG hotels!
Feb 7, 2013, 6:31 am
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Withdrawing terms and conditions after debate about them fuels a parallel thread sure seems like cause-and-effect.
Feb 7, 2013, 6:34 am
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Glad to see miles are also earned at Starwood properties for DL medallions. Interested to hear more about what "eligible room rates" consist of, though.
Also am curious to find out if only fares purchased from DL.com will earn Starpoints or if purchases from other websites (if any) will as well.
Also am curious to find out if only fares purchased from DL.com will earn Starpoints or if purchases from other websites (if any) will as well.
Feb 7, 2013, 6:46 am
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For more information check delta.com/crossoverrewards later today for the complete details and frequently asked questions.
We’re excited about this program and eager to hear what you think!
We’re excited about this program and eager to hear what you think!
Thank you,
David
Feb 7, 2013, 6:48 am
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It says "Beginning March 1, customers can register for Crossover Rewards by linking their Delta SkyMiles and SPG accounts at delta.com/crossoverrewards or spg.com/crossoverrewards. Benefits will begin once Delta Medallion or SPG elite status is reached."
Does that mean if your already elite, benefits will begin immediately after regsitration? Or only on flights/stays booked after the registration?
Does that mean if your already elite, benefits will begin immediately after regsitration? Or only on flights/stays booked after the registration?
Feb 7, 2013, 6:51 am
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I wonder if USAmerican and UACO will pair up with Hilton, Hyatt, or Marriott in similar crossover agreements. Of course AA and Marriott couldn't even resolve their differences over points for miles redemption criteria a few years ago, so one wonders how they could reach agreement on a much closer relationship like this one.