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Is it worth it to stretch for Gold (over Silver)? [2018 Consolidated]

Old Aug 29, 2018, 12:57 pm
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Major differences between Gold and Silver
  • Use *G lounges on international trips
  • Use *G lounges on domestic flights when departing from select US airports
  • 2 bags @ 70 lbs (vs 1 @ 70lbs -Silver increased from 50lbs 28 Sept 2018)
  • Boarding Group 1
  • Lower award booking and change fees
  • E+ at time of booking for yourself + 1.
  • Free Same Day Change (SDC)
  • Higher earning rate for RDMs (8 vs 7)
  • Higher on the upgrade list
  • Eligible for Marriott Gold Status via RewardsPlus
A summary of differences is available here: Premier benefits chart


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Is it worth it to stretch for Gold (over Silver)? [2018 Consolidated]

Old Dec 14, 2018, 12:25 pm
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E+ subscription equivalent is $899, and gets you window and aisle seats.
SDC saves you $75 per passenger per us.
Extra bag - YMMV
BG1 makes the forward part of E+ workable with carry-ons.
*A Gold is very helpful with *A flights and lounge access.

If you plan on being a frequent flyer next year, Gold is very worthwhile.
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Old Dec 17, 2018, 4:16 pm
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To echo what others have said above me, I think the $700 is worth it too. The biggest gulf in United status is not from General Member to Premier Silver (provided you have a UA CC) it's from Premier Silver to Premier Gold. $700 to ensure E+ at booking, increase upgrade chances (in my experience it about doubles your odds), earn the extra RDM, be Star Gold, have free SDC access and better protection in IROPs is a worthy investment.
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