Originally Posted by
broadwayboy
Being a LTP for me basically means I really don't have to bother with staying loyal to achieve the 25 stays/50 nights. I was mistaken in thinking that LTP would somehow be placed higher than regular Platinums. My own delusional thinking. I really love SPG and getting the LTP in 10 years felt like not much an extra effort at all - but now I feel freer exploring other hotel chains and boutique ones.
Yes, I agree. It would be nice for LTP to be able to be put higher up on a priority list for upgrades or given some extra whistles and bells when we check in vs. a regular Plat. Even some recognition upon check in as a LTP would be great along with some sort of special gift or whatever. Yes, it's nice not to have to chase Plat every year now, but what next? It would be great to have something else to go after now or access to special VIP Perks as a LTP or something. UA/DL/AA Gold Status????