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SPG has taken it Delta Crossover Rewards model overseas in the newly launched Your World Rewards with Emirates.
Like Crossover Rewards, there are benefits and earning opportunities for elites of both programs.
I am impressed by the well-thought FAQ. The quick take is to go ahead and register, it won’t disrupt your Delta Crossover Rewards, you get benefits in both, though can only earn in one.
Even better, upon registration, there is a clear screen for airline earning preference. You can mange your choice at spgpromos.com/myairlinepartner.
I have not flown Emirates, however it is nice to have this in place for the airport benefits should I do so.
I am curious what other airlines Starwood will add. Presumably there is some form of regional exclusivity.
Since United copies most everything that Delta does, will they be scrambling to call up Etihad or Qatar next?
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@canucklehead, @bill – thanks for the detailed reports on your early experiences. I must confess I totally missed this when it was first announced.
The EK-SPG collaboration does have some nice benefits, though I tried it out in the first week and had issues with ground staff at SYD even acknowledging the program. Hopefully since then, airport staff have been made aware. For points reciprocity, this also took a while. The name match has to be exact (no spaces, special characters) or it will not take place automatically.