Thanks for the replies. I am in the UK so credit card opportunities are more limited. Amex Platinum for £450 and then maybe cancel but is a bit fiddly.

I have used MVP in the past so think it is closed. Also done another one that I can't recall now. I believe there is a fast track for LG employees that doesn't require a LG email but a) I believe that would be Gold after 4 stays and b) not sure if I am putting my existing points at risk by 'mis-using' multiple fast track?

Again I wonder if anyone has just plain asked Customer Services for a fast track without a status match?