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Old Mar 19, 2019 | 10:48 am
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Originally Posted by iflyjetz
Seriously? You haven't read the threads here where posters go berserk any time Hyatt comps or shortcuts some group to Glob? Every. Single. Time. See this American/Hyatt thread for the latest rants: Hyatt and American Airlines announce enhanced loyalty benefits
They seem to think that new blood into the program will deprive them of suites and even food/drink in the lounges. Meanwhile, they ignore the fact that in order for Hyatt to grow its footprint, it requires additional members. I find it very humorous to watch.
Total non-sequitur - big difference between a challenge (where you have to put sweat equity & dollars into it) vs. a giveaway for a population that doesn't have any reciprocity
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