* just joined on line
* received 1000 signup bonus
* called 800 # listed above and asked for the AAGU promo. Done in about a minute
* went to check on line and could not get in, so I asked to have password sent etc and got in
* saw that I am now GOLD VIP
* changed password and received 500 point bonus for updating profile
* filled in missing stay request to add previous stay to file
* called Hilton back to add membership number to reservation for next month
* Total time spent - 10 minutes - hoping to see what upgrade I get for my anniversary stay.
Thanks to all on this board.