Originally Posted by mecabq

Expedited check-in, either at a dedicated line or mini-lounge (e.g., at MGM Grand; a similar concept has been available to Bonvoy Elites at Cosmopolitan) was a significant benefit. No fun to get off a long flight with your luggage and wait around an hour to check in on Friday afternoon. Let's hope they offer that to elites even if they don't provide an outright status match.