Delta Opens Upgrades to Top-Tier Starwood and Marriott Elites


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Delta and Starwood's crossover program got even better last week for hotel elites with no airline status. Low-tier Delta elites however, may now face more competition for their premium seats.

The perks of Delta and Starwood's crossover program just got a bit sweeter. Last week, the Atlanta-based airline announced that it would start adding free Comfort+ upgrades to the benefits that it gives to top-tier members of Starwood's Preferred Guest (or SPG) loyalty program. With no direct elite status on Delta, Platinum members of SPG (earned after 25 stays or 50 nights) can thus now enjoy first clas