Shangri-La Golden Circle Extends Tier Status for All Members Through 31 December 2022
Golden Circle has just announced a tier status extension for all Diamond and Jade members globally - all members all maintain their current tier status and benefits through 31 December 2022. To put it explicitly, you will keep your current status for the whole of 2022, even if you have not re-qualified for it.
American Express Platinum Members in Singapore have lost the Jade status benefit in the Golden Circle program this year, so this tier extension is definitely positive news. As a quick reminder, Golden Circle members typically need the following stays and nights to qualify or maintain their status in the year ahead:
Diamond: 50 Nights or 25 Stays
Jade: 20 Nights or 10 Stays
At the time of writing, both the JEN Singapore Orchardgateway and the JEN Singapore Tanglin are SHN-dedicated facilities and therefore, they are not accepting leisure reservations for residents looking for staycations. Hopefully, this will change in the year ahead and Singapore residents will once again have more options to choose from which will make it easier to retain their Golden Circle tier status.
Earn 9 miles per dollar (capped at 270,000 miles) on your wedding deposit at Andaz Singapore when you pay using Kris+, and earn an additional 3 miles per dollar (with no cap) with the right credit card.
The Conrad Singapore Orchard reopened in late December 2023 after extensive renovations, offering modern amenities in its newly-renovated rooms and suites. Despite initial doubts, the property's updated facilities and convenient location near Orchard Road make it a preferred choice over Conrad Centennial Singapore for future stays.
Enjoy 25% off stays of two nights or more at participating Accor hotels across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and the Pacific - Accor Plus members can access the sale now with an additional 10% savings (bringing the total discount to 35%) for participating properties in Asia and the Pacific.
The new Go with Amex campaign has arrived in Singapore, offering up to S$790 in statement credits for hotel spending.
SingSaver has just brought back the Team Cashback vs Air Miles campaign which will run from 8 May 2024 to 5 June 2024 - new applicants can enjoy fantastic sign-up gifts, as well as a chance to earn up to 34,000 bonus Max Miles or S$370 worth of voucher when your team wins. Additionally, all successful applications during the campaign period will also allow you to take part in the Grand Lucky Draw where a pair of Business Class tickets could be yours.
Register now to earn double Hilton Honors points for stays consumed between 02 May 2024 and 02 September 2024 - stack this with an Impresario rate to earn up to 40 points per USD as a Diamond member (or 38 points per USD as a Gold member).
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Accor's use of an incorrect currency rate led to an 18% reduction in the points awarded after my stay, highlighting the need for careful monitoring of point accruals.
The JW Marriott Auckland is still refurbishing its guest rooms and suites (with an expected completion date in November 2024). I stayed in a Deluxe Room (non-refurbished) and have found the experience to be lacking of a typical JW Marriott property.
From now through to 30 June 2024, purchase any single- and multi-trip travel insurance to receive attractive sign-up gifts which include an Accor Plus Explorer Membership (worth S$418) and Samsonite luggage (worth S$570).