Originally Posted by
krazieman
I second the opinions earlier, it probably isn't the best way to spend $35k.
If you really do value the platinum benefits now, just do the 25 stays a year and see if you the benefits are worth it.
I probably have 5-10 work stays a year, and 10 or so personal stays a year. The rest I add up with mattress runs and credit card.
If you've been doing mattress runs to get to 25 stays, you might want to re-evaluate whether PlatMinus is worth it versus just taking the new improved Gold status that you seem to reach anyway. The money saved can pay for some confirmed upgrades or breakfasts when you don't have lounge access and would otherwise pay for breakfast with personal funds.