Did you know that you can earn more points and miles by booking your entourage rooms at a SPG hotel? SPG has a group program that allows Gold and Platinum SPG Elite members to earn more points by booking multiple rooms. This limited time earning opportunity is valid from April 1, 2013 through December 31, 2013.

Benefits Of SPG’s Group Pilot Program

The following benefits are awarded to group bookings in addition to the usual Gold and Platinum SPG Elite member benefits.

• Preferred members earn one Starpoint for every US$3 spent on group bookings, and Gold and Platinum members earn one Starpoint for every US$2 spent on group bookings, including meeting spaces and room nights.
• Plus, for every 10 group nights booked, earn one elite-qualifying night credit toward Gold or Platinum requalification or SPG® 50, 75 or 100 Nights Benefits.

These benefits are in addition to the normal SPG Gold and SPG Platinum Benefits.

Terms And Conditions

• Maximum of 20,000 Starpoints earned per Event agreement for Preferred members
• Maximum of 30,000 Starpoints earned per Event agreement for Gold and Platinum members
• For detailed terms and conditions of the program go here

Bottom Line

More ways to earn points and miles is always a good thing. Now you can earn more SPG Starpoints and get elite credit for booking your entourage’s rooms or meeting space.

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