Maximizing your SPG points and SVN timeshare

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I got motivated today to try and maximize my SPG points?

https://www.starwoodhotels.com/prefe...nts/index.html

I learned a few things:

https://www.mystarcentral.com/spg/index.jsp

You're A Starwood Preferred Guest!
As a Starwood Vacation Network Owner, you are automatically a Gold member* of Starwood Preferred Guest®, the hotel industry's highest rated loyalty program. Starwood Preferred Guest members earn Starpoints® for eligible stays at Starwood hotels and resorts. Owners can also earn Starpoints for services and merchandise from Starwood Preferred Guest partners including Ameritrade, American Express, 1-800-flowers, AT&T and a variety of rental car companies.

See how Starwood Preferred Guest compares to other frequent guest programs. For more information please see SPG.com.

You can use Starpoints to enjoy more than 850 Starwood hotels and resorts worldwide with absolutely no blackout dates or restrictions. Starpoints can also be redeemed for luxurious hotel dining and spa services, airline flights, car rentals and merchandise with a wide array of retailers.

* Starwood Vacation Network membership (SVN) is not transferable. Third party purchases (resale) are not eligible for the Starwood Preferred Guest Gold membership.

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Gold Membership Benefits:

More Starpoints®
Earn 3 Starpoints for every eligible U.S. dollar spent.

Automatic Room Upgrades
As an elite member you'll automatically be given a Preferred Room at check-in when available*.

Faster Airline Awards
Enjoy a lower minimum transfer threshold when converting Starpoints to frequent flyer miles -- exchange just 1,500 Starpoints versus 2,500 for Preferred Guests.

Little Extras
Morning newspapers, 4 p.m. late checkout, check-cashing privileges up to $300, Gold Preferred Guest special customer service telephone number for reservations and information*.


* Not available at SVO Resorts