[Expired] SPG Amex - 30,000 bonus Starpoints
Jul 19, 2011, 2:03 pm
#61
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Jul 19, 2011, 2:07 pm
#62
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Thanks. I know it's a newbie question and I apologize if I was thread****ting.
I really want this card for my day-to-day spending but am still working on the spend req for the Citi AA cards. It says the offer expires August 10th--does anyone know if that means I have to apply by then or be approved by then? I thought Rick Ingersoll's post said it was the 22nd, so I'm a little unclear on the dates and what they actually mean.
I really want this card for my day-to-day spending but am still working on the spend req for the Citi AA cards. It says the offer expires August 10th--does anyone know if that means I have to apply by then or be approved by then? I thought Rick Ingersoll's post said it was the 22nd, so I'm a little unclear on the dates and what they actually mean.
Jul 19, 2011, 2:15 pm
#63
Join Date: Feb 2011
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Thanks. I know it's a newbie question and I apologize if I was thread****ting.
I really want this card for my day-to-day spending but am still working on the spend req for the Citi AA cards. It says the offer expires August 10th--does anyone know if that means I have to apply by then or be approved by then? I thought Rick Ingersoll's post said it was the 22nd, so I'm a little unclear on the dates and what they actually mean.
I really want this card for my day-to-day spending but am still working on the spend req for the Citi AA cards. It says the offer expires August 10th--does anyone know if that means I have to apply by then or be approved by then? I thought Rick Ingersoll's post said it was the 22nd, so I'm a little unclear on the dates and what they actually mean.
It looks like Amex/SPG jumped the gun and released this offer early which may be why the expiration date has been moved forward as well from the original information that Rick was given.
If an official from SPG says it ends on the 10th (like we got a few posts ago) then I would want to apply by then just so I don't run the risk of missing out on the deal.
Jul 19, 2011, 2:18 pm
#64
Join Date: Oct 2010
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You need to apply for it by the 10th. Even if the approval takes a day or two beyond that, you should be fine
Jul 19, 2011, 2:23 pm
#65
Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 113
Here is a bit of clarification regarding the recent SPG Amex campaign
• American Express recently sent an email to current SPG Amex Cardmembers promoting a “Member-get-Member” campaign, which allows existing Cardmembers to refer a friend or colleague for the Card and earn 5,000 Starpoints for each approved friend. The difference with this campaign versus those in the past is that the friend or colleague can now take advantage of a new, richer offer, and earn up to 30,000 Starpoints. Over the next few weeks, Consumer Cardmembers and OPEN (Small Business) Cardmembers with an email address which is opted-in may receive this offer from American Express. This offer expires August 10, 2011.
• This campaign is open to all US SPG Amex Cardmembers who receive the e-mail (it it not currently available for Canada or UK Cardmembers).
• There is also an offer on the Cardmember account page on americanexpress.com for 10,000 Starpoints per approved referral. However, the offer for friends/colleagues is 10,000 first purchase and an additional 15,000 after spending $15,000 in your first 6 months. This offer expires July 25, 2011.
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
• American Express recently sent an email to current SPG Amex Cardmembers promoting a “Member-get-Member” campaign, which allows existing Cardmembers to refer a friend or colleague for the Card and earn 5,000 Starpoints for each approved friend. The difference with this campaign versus those in the past is that the friend or colleague can now take advantage of a new, richer offer, and earn up to 30,000 Starpoints. Over the next few weeks, Consumer Cardmembers and OPEN (Small Business) Cardmembers with an email address which is opted-in may receive this offer from American Express. This offer expires August 10, 2011.
• This campaign is open to all US SPG Amex Cardmembers who receive the e-mail (it it not currently available for Canada or UK Cardmembers).
• There is also an offer on the Cardmember account page on americanexpress.com for 10,000 Starpoints per approved referral. However, the offer for friends/colleagues is 10,000 first purchase and an additional 15,000 after spending $15,000 in your first 6 months. This offer expires July 25, 2011.
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Jul 19, 2011, 2:24 pm
#66
Join Date: Apr 2011
Posts: 2,055
It just seems a little weird that AmEx/SPG would target people to send out referrals but not target who can be referred. I could understand sending out a targeted offer to a specific demographic but this is just bizarre.
Jul 19, 2011, 2:27 pm
#67
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Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Jul 19, 2011, 3:08 pm
#68
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With two threads now on different 30K SPG offers it may get confusing to newbies. Here is the "Referral necessary" thread link: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/miles...-referral.html
Jul 19, 2011, 3:39 pm
#69
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: NYC
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I would suggest taking these up with American Express directly since only they know for sure. You can log into their secure message center and send a missive to their social media team and I'm sure someone will get back to you.
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Jul 19, 2011, 3:40 pm
#70
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Jul 19, 2011, 4:28 pm
#71
Join Date: Jul 2010
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I would suggest taking these up with American Express directly since only they know for sure. You can log into their secure message center and send a missive to their social media team and I'm sure someone will get back to you.
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Jul 19, 2011, 4:49 pm
#72
Company Representative - Starwood
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I would choose whichever one I participated in.
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Jul 19, 2011, 4:51 pm
#73
Company Representative - Starwood
Join Date: Nov 2000
Location: Austin, Texas
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That's unfortunate, but I don't have an answer to your question either.
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Jul 19, 2011, 5:13 pm
#74
Join Date: Jun 2006
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I got that email too. Amex has a twitter account; they might be more helpful.
http://twitter.com/#!/americanexpress
This is the link to refer, though I don't know if it's the same for everyone.
https://www201.americanexpress.com/s...R&om_lid=axp15
Dear xxxxxx
Now is a great time to refer a friend for The Starwood Preferred Guest® Credit Card from American Express. Not only can you get 5,000 Starpoints for each friend approved for the Card1, but you can be among the first to share with your friends a limited-time offer for up to 30,000 Starpoints2. Additionally, your friends can enjoy the Card at no annual fee for the first year — a savings of $65.3
It's easy to refer a friend and get extra Starpoints.
• Fill out the short online form to recommend as many friends as you wish. Each friend will receive an e-mail shortly after, with a special offer for The Starwood Preferred Guest®
Credit Card.4
• For each friend that applies for the Card through that e-mail and is approved, you'll get 5,000 Starpoints.
• There is no limit to how many people you can refer.
And remember, the more people you refer, the more Starpoints you can get, so tell a friend today. This offer expires August 10, 2011.
---
This e-mail advertisement was sent to [email protected] as part of our Other Incentives communications.
POID xxxx:xxxx
Terms & Conditions
1. You are eligible to earn 5,000 Starpoints for each approval. Referrals must be submitted by August 10, 2011, and referred individual(s) must apply by August 22, 2011, and be approved. Please allow 6-8 weeks for bonus points to post to your account after each referred prospect is approved for the Card. Due to the confidential nature of the credit approval process, you will not be notified of whether we approve or decline any application(s) from individual(s) you refer.
2. To be eligible to receive 10,000 bonus Starpoints, referred individual(s) must make their first purchase with the Starwood Preferred Guest® Credit Card within one year of Card approval. Bonus points will appear on their Starwood Preferred Guest statement 8-12 weeks after their first purchase. Bonus Starpoints are for first-time Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Cardmembers only. Bonus Starpoints can only be received once per Cardmember, regardless of the number of Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card accounts the Cardmember may have or had. In order to receive additional 20,000 bonus Starpoints, referred individual(s) must use their Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card to complete $4,500 of eligible spending by the end of their first three months of Cardmembership, based on the date of their Card approval. 20,000 Starpoints will be credited to their account 8 to 12 weeks after they reach the spend threshold.
3. Pay no annual fee for the first year. The annual fee after the first year is $65.
4. You understand and agree that the referred individual(s) must apply through an e-mailed link (provided by American Express) by June 10, 2011 and be approved for you to receive the bonus. Due to the confidential nature of the credit approval process, you will not be notified of whether we approve or decline any application(s) from individual(s) you refer. NOTE: Your friend(s) may not receive this e-mail if they have previously "opted out" of receiving e-mail marketing communications from American Express.
Preferred Guest, SPG, Starpoints, St. Regis, The Luxury Collection, W Hotels, Le Méridien, Westin, Sheraton, Aloft, Element, Four Points and their respective logos are the trademarks of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., or its affiliates.
American Express Customer Service Department
P.O. Box 297817 | Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33329-7817
© 2011 American Express Bank, FSB. All rights reserved. xx xxxxxxxxxxxx
Potentially identifying info redacted.
http://twitter.com/#!/americanexpress
This is the link to refer, though I don't know if it's the same for everyone.
https://www201.americanexpress.com/s...R&om_lid=axp15
Dear xxxxxx
Now is a great time to refer a friend for The Starwood Preferred Guest® Credit Card from American Express. Not only can you get 5,000 Starpoints for each friend approved for the Card1, but you can be among the first to share with your friends a limited-time offer for up to 30,000 Starpoints2. Additionally, your friends can enjoy the Card at no annual fee for the first year — a savings of $65.3
It's easy to refer a friend and get extra Starpoints.
• Fill out the short online form to recommend as many friends as you wish. Each friend will receive an e-mail shortly after, with a special offer for The Starwood Preferred Guest®
Credit Card.4
• For each friend that applies for the Card through that e-mail and is approved, you'll get 5,000 Starpoints.
• There is no limit to how many people you can refer.
And remember, the more people you refer, the more Starpoints you can get, so tell a friend today. This offer expires August 10, 2011.
---
This e-mail advertisement was sent to [email protected] as part of our Other Incentives communications.
POID xxxx:xxxx
Terms & Conditions
1. You are eligible to earn 5,000 Starpoints for each approval. Referrals must be submitted by August 10, 2011, and referred individual(s) must apply by August 22, 2011, and be approved. Please allow 6-8 weeks for bonus points to post to your account after each referred prospect is approved for the Card. Due to the confidential nature of the credit approval process, you will not be notified of whether we approve or decline any application(s) from individual(s) you refer.
2. To be eligible to receive 10,000 bonus Starpoints, referred individual(s) must make their first purchase with the Starwood Preferred Guest® Credit Card within one year of Card approval. Bonus points will appear on their Starwood Preferred Guest statement 8-12 weeks after their first purchase. Bonus Starpoints are for first-time Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Cardmembers only. Bonus Starpoints can only be received once per Cardmember, regardless of the number of Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card accounts the Cardmember may have or had. In order to receive additional 20,000 bonus Starpoints, referred individual(s) must use their Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card to complete $4,500 of eligible spending by the end of their first three months of Cardmembership, based on the date of their Card approval. 20,000 Starpoints will be credited to their account 8 to 12 weeks after they reach the spend threshold.
3. Pay no annual fee for the first year. The annual fee after the first year is $65.
4. You understand and agree that the referred individual(s) must apply through an e-mailed link (provided by American Express) by June 10, 2011 and be approved for you to receive the bonus. Due to the confidential nature of the credit approval process, you will not be notified of whether we approve or decline any application(s) from individual(s) you refer. NOTE: Your friend(s) may not receive this e-mail if they have previously "opted out" of receiving e-mail marketing communications from American Express.
Preferred Guest, SPG, Starpoints, St. Regis, The Luxury Collection, W Hotels, Le Méridien, Westin, Sheraton, Aloft, Element, Four Points and their respective logos are the trademarks of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., or its affiliates.
American Express Customer Service Department
P.O. Box 297817 | Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33329-7817
© 2011 American Express Bank, FSB. All rights reserved. xx xxxxxxxxxxxx
Last edited by pWei; Jul 19, 2011 at 5:16 pm Reason: Add details
Jul 19, 2011, 5:14 pm
#75
Join Date: Apr 2011
Posts: 171
That's unfortunate, but I don't have an answer to your question either.
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]