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rcs85551
on the other hand, I would probably prefer that SPG were to give out a smaller number of SNAs while allowing the smaller number of SNAs to be confirmed anytime in advance without playing the current intransparent lottery.
Yeah, I like the Hyatt system for that reason -- four upgrades (IIRC, each for a stay of up to seven days) that are confirmed at the time of booking. The major drawback with Hyatt though is that they can only be used on paid stays (or C&P stays) and not award stays.