I have all but switched. The only thing I regret is missing the extra bonus points this summer at SPG. The only thing I have to show is 2 free Category 4 weekend nights. Not enough to keep my business. Here's how to switch to SPG. Marriott loses big since I'm also a meeting planner.

Starwood Preferred Guest does offer a match in status as a one-time-only exception to our Terms and Conditions of Membership to top tier status-holders at Hyatt, Hilton, and Marriott. In order to apply for
this exception, please fax the following information to the attention of Platinum
Concierge at 1-512-836-4002.

1) a written request for the exception to be made based upon your Platinum status with Marriott Rewards

2) a copy (front and back) of your Marriott Rewards Platinum membership
card

3) a copy of your latest statement from Marriott Rewards (online version is
fine)

4) your current Starwood Preferred Guest account number, if you have one

5) if you are not currently a Starwood Preferred Guest, the following enrollment information:

A. Name
B. Address (Home or Business preference?)
C. Home and/or business phone numbers
D. Date of birth
E. Mother's maiden name (to be used as password)
F. Email address

Once Platinum Concierge receives your fax, they will verify your status with
Marriott Rewards and contact you, if you request it, once they have reached
their decision.

Best of luck to you. I hope to soon welcome you as our newest Platinum
elite
member.

Best regards,

William R. Sanders
Specialist, E-Communications Department
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide

[email protected]