Originally Posted by
mbutler
I don't think I'll make friends here but I'm not happy with that change, even tho I am a Diamond member. I stay on Gold because it's a peaceful retreat away from the crowded lobbies. I know by paying extra, that I'll be getting quick check in/check out. Hopefully there aren't too many Diamond members going to Fairmonts and not already staying on Gold
Over in IHG land, there was the same concern when the 40/70 night milestone Club access rewards were announced in 2022. IHG, like Accor, does not have a fast track to Diamond via CC like MarriHilton. There has not been noticeable (there are no reports in the forum about overcrowding) change and the Clubs (at least at the ICs I frequent) are still great.
I think this will be the same for Accor.