With Spring break right around the corner, I’m sure I’m not the only one feeling up for a nice getaway, even if it’s just a quick staycation. I’m excited to announce that I have teamed up with American Express as an Ambassador for its Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card. If you are a rewards junkie like me, you’ll love this Card — especially if you sign up now through April 5, 2017, because you can earn up to 35K Starpoints!
WHAT IS THE STARWOOD PREFERRED GUEST FROM AMERICAN EXPRESS CREDIT CARD?
The SPG Amex Credit Card allows you to rack up Starpoints that you can redeem for reward nights at hotels and resorts in the SPG Program, as well as complimentary premium wi-fi access. Additionally, the Card doesn’t incur any foreign exchange fees, allowing Card Members to truly enjoy worry-free international travel.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
New card members who sign up now and until April 5, 2017 can earn up to 35,000 bonus Starpoints when they meet the minimum purchase requirements:
- Earn 25,000 bonus Starpoints after using your new card to make $3,000 in purchases within the first 3 months.
- Earn an additional 10,000 bonus Starpoints after making an additional $2,000 in purchases within the first 6 months.
Learn more about the offer here!
Once you get the Card, you can redeem Starpoints for reward nights starting at 2,000 points a night at one of 1,300 participating SPG hotels & resorts in over 100 countries.
WHERE CAN I USE IT?
There are a plethora of participating hotels in the SPG program. Whether you enjoy traveling locally or venturing off to new places, this card will come in handy. Some of my favorite locations that are part of the program include Westin Hotels & Resorts, Le Méridien, Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, and one of my go-to hotels in Hollywood — The W. Have another hotel or resort in mind? Check out their full list of participating hotels.
PLAYING TOURIST
This past weekend, David and I decided it’d be fun to play tourist in our own city. We started our adventure at the W Hollywood. This is one of my favorite places to “escape” to because it’s in a central spot. And did I mention that their lobby is totally Insta-worthy?! For those new to the Hollywood area, there are plenty of fun things to see and do in the vicinity. Of course, there’s the infamous Hollywood Boulevard where all the hustle and bustle happens. If you’re up for a 15 minute drive, the Griffith Observatory is worth checking out. This iconic locale features a gorgeous overlook of Los Angeles.
Planning on traveling more in the warmer months coming up? Learn more about the benefits the SPG Amex Credit Card has to offer and apply for the card here. Terms & conditions apply.
Where in the world are you dying to visit?
Photos by David Potter
***Special thanks to Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card from American Express for sponsoring this post! All opinions are my own.***
140 Responses
Omg the W Hotel in Hollywood is soooo pretty on the inside! I only passed it on the outside when I was visiting and it looked so ordinary haha. I’ll be traveling more in the coming months so will definitely look into getting this card! Thanks for sharing ❤
It really is! I’ll be honest; it doesn’t look all that fancy from the outside but the inside is breathtaking 🙂
That hotel looks so so pretty, what a gorgeous lobby! And lovely idea to play tourist in your own city! Xx
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Thank you hun xx
Amazing place, love the design and layout of your blog!
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Aww thank you Julia x
Such a beautiful hotel! And your pictures are amazing! Great post!
Thanks Leah xx
I always love learning about new credit cards with major travel perks! Thanks for sharing this one 🙂
Yay! It’s definitely worth looking into if you travel a lot 🙂
Wow that hotel looks amazing! I really want to take a spring break vacation so I’ll look into both the card and the hotel! Thanks for sharing 🙂
That’s amazing babe! Where are you jetting off to?
Looks amazing! I love SPG, I collect them religiously. It really pays off!
So glad to hear it babe!
My goodness!! This is amazing! What a place and your dress! Interesting system with the card!
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Thank you Stella xx
First of all these photos are gorgeous!! That chandelier is breathtaking! I also love your dress and think you look so gorgeous!
Thanks Carlie! xoxo
The title of your post caught my eye, as I used to work for American Express! The Starwood is a popular card, the benefits are amazing. Your photos are (always) gorgeous, oh my goodness! 😀
That’s amazing Sam! xx
Wow lady, your imagery is incredible! This hotel looks absolutely gorgeous! I love the idea of a staycation. I used to have a Starwood card and just never educated myself on all the benefits, kicking myself now! Def going to check them out again!
XO
Thank you love! xoxo
Oh my god, this place looks INCREDIBLE! W’s are always fabulous though.
Thanks Erin! You’re so right about that — love W’s!
That hotel looks amazing! Great photos x
Thank you Maria! xx
I love spg, we use it wherever we go
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That’s incredible babe! So happy to hear that xx
Wow! Great post. The hotel is absolutely beautiful and your pictures are so on point. I enjoyed reading!! Now I want to take a trip!!
Thanks Nicole!
I’ve heard such amazing things about Amex cards! I think I might jump the gun and get the SPG. All the perks sound amazing and that hotel is gorg!! Can’t wait til my next trip 🙂
With love,
Jenn
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Yes!!! Gotta love credit cards with major perks, especially travel ones with spring/summer coming up xx
First off, I love your photos! That spot is totally instagrammable. Tom and I were just in that area 2 weekends ago watching a magic show at the huge Pantages(?) theatre. I have been a Starwoods Preferred Member for I think around 14 years. This point system sounds amazing. As an avid traveller and jetsetter who basically leaves the city around twice a month or more, I love a good credit card with perks. I’ll look into this one.
Xo,
Miki
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Thanks Miki! It really is a really Instagrammable shot haha. That’s amazing how you’ve been such a long-time Starwood Preferred Member! I bet you’ve racked up a lot of points already haha
Wow! What a beautiful hotel.
I’m dying to visit Tokyo. I hope to go there someday. 🙂
Thank you Jennifer! My mom just got back from Tokyo and loved it. I hope I can go visit soon too!
Love these shots of you! I’ve been dying to visit Greece <3
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Ah, I would love to visit Greece too! Hopefully one day soon! Thanks darling xx
How timely is your post, I’ve actually heard about Amex and Starwood program and this post is giving me more information. Thanks Sharon.
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Aww yay! So glad to hear that darling xx
Wow, this place looks stunning. Such a great capture <3
x Merel
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Thank you!
This credit card sounds so cool, and that there are so many benefits in using it! Glad you enjoyed your quick stay-cation in Hollywood 🙂 sounds fun!
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Thanks Samantha! It was a ton of fun exploring the city 🙂
I love the Starwood’s hotels! Most of the hotels I have been to were very chic and modern, and I enjoyed my stay very much! Also, love your outfit babe. Thanks for sharing 🙂
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I’m so glad to hear it darling!
Amazing city and photos . Kiss
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Thanks Renee! LA definitely has its bits of beauty 🙂
This sounds like a great credit card deal. You can gain some serious points for some awesome trips using it! I wish I could go to California right now. I hope by next year to do a month-long trip up and down the coast to visit all my blogger friends!
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Thanks Stephanie! You need to visit California soon for sure! The weather has been great lately 🙂 Getting warmer in time for spring, finally!
This is beautiful my gosh! Take me there:)
Thank you! It is really beautiful there indeed!
This is such a great idea & looks like a great way to explore some places for (almost) free! That hotel looks really stunning by the way!
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Yes!!! I love seeing new places and the W in Hollywood was incredible!
How pretty are the interiors of the W hotel?! Love your striped dress, Sharon!
xo Su
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I know right? That’s literally what I thought when I walked in too!
wow what a beautiful hotel! I love how vibrant the colors are and you look super cute in that dress!
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Thanks Linh! xx
These photos are amazing – you look beautiful, girlie, and the hotel is so elegant! The little pops of purple color just get me.
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Thanks Kathryn! I knew I loved this hotel the moment I walked in because of all the purple too LOL (my fave color)!
That rewards program sounds awesome! I love playing tourist in my own city too, you discover so many great places that way!
xoxo
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Yes! So much fun right?! I love discovering little gems in my area 🙂
Oh wow!! How did you guys make this place so beautiful!! I’m in love, thanks for sharing.
Haha it was already beautiful! The W in Hollywood is simply breathtaking 🙂
I am all about trying credit cards that provide a ton of miles and benefits, need to look into this one. And can we talk about how amazing that hotel looks, wow!!!
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I am totally the same way babe! xx
Beautiful photos! Sounds like this card has some interesting benefits
Thank you John! It’s literally a traveler’s best companion 😉
That hotel is gorgeous! I could use a vacation or even a staycation. Maybe I should plan something for my family and I to do over Spring Break. Thanks for the inspiration!
I totally feel you girl! Even staycations can be really relaxing. I hope you and your family get to go somewhere exciting this spring break 🙂
I love the W. The post is great and I love getting cards that will give me the most points/miles for my dollars.
Thanks Stacy! You’ll definitely love this card then 🙂
OOOH THE W HOTEL IS SOO PRETTY! I don’t think I have actually ever been, so I definitely need to check it out. 🙂 I’ve had an AMEX card since 2010.. so nearly a decade now 😛 I really love their service and the miles and benefits they give you!
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It really is beautiful! Next time you’re in the Hollywood area, I definitely recommend you check it out 😉 xx
This site is beautiful! Love the pictures! Looks like I need to go ahead and book that vacation 🙂
Thank you Melynda! Spring is practically here now with daylight savings & warmer weather… I think spring break is calling 😉
Beautiful!! Such a fun post.
Thanks Sarah!
That sounds like a great point system from American Express! I’ll definitely be looking into those travel benefits. Thanks for sharing!
xo, Jo
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It totally is especially if you love traveling! xx
Oh dear, my secret is revealed, but then again, you outed it first. I’m a huge reward junkie and I don’t know if these Starpoints are available in Europe, but I’ll have to check with American Express. Right now my American Express is connected to my frequent flyer program so yeah, I’m a mileage junkie at the moment, but this sounds amazing with the hotels! 🙂
xoxo
Thomas
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Lol! My dream is to travel with you one day Thomas! I think my dad would enjoy it too LOL! Your #1 fan 😉
This sounds awesome! And that hotel looks gorg- such pretty pics!
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Thanks love! Btw, totally random but I love your blog name so much! <3
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Thanks darling xx
The dress is ideal
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Thank you Tania!
I was a Hilton gal forever. But I have to say Starwood properties are just stunning. I love staying at these properties and the amenities are out of sight.
Ahh, I love Hilton hotels as well! 🙂
This is awesome babe!! This is an amazing deal. Great detailed post and gorgeous photos xx
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Thanks Susana! Hope your week is going well xx
My father in law is obsessed with his starwoods card! I have the amex gold and enjoy it
Haha I can totally understand why!
That hotel is absolutely amazing! You look super beautiful as well Babe. What a perfect dress!
Happy Monday!
Much love, Len
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Thank you so much Len! xo
The interior of the W Hotel is beautiful! I could use a vacation there now. Those are some great benefits from the American Express Card. I love credit cards where you can get great rewards like these.
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It really is beautiful! I feel like the photos don’t do it justice haha!
What a great idea to play tourist in your own city and that hotel looks amazing! I love your dress too!
That sounds like a great credit card too , with a lot of great benefits!
Julia x
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Thanks Julia! It was really fun and surprisingly refreshing to play tourist in my city!
This hotel is absolutely gorgeous!!!!!! Love the hints of pink in the decor!
Thank you babe xx
Amazing photos! nice place to visit.
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Thank you darling!
I need to play tourist in my city before I move this summer. You have so much more to do in yours though…haha! That credit card sounds handy to have. I need to look it up to aid in my future travels!
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Where are you moving to girl!? Haha it seems like a lot of people I know are moving for some reason! I’ll be moving next month too but just 2 hours away haha x
What a gorgeous hotel!! I am trying to break into a bit of travel blogging this year and we are hoping to do New Orleans, Vegas, and an Alaskan cruise!!
I am trying to do the same thing! Would really love to incorporate more travel on my blog as well 🙂 Happy traveling darling x
The hotel looks absolutely stunning babe! I’m obsessed with that black and white dress you wore in this post.. so classy and chic at the same time! Hope you have another amazing week babe <3
XO Jessi,
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Thanks Jessi! It looks more like a navy blue in person but yes! I’m all about nautical stripes for spring 🙂
The stunning setting of the W Lobby definitely suits you! The SPG AMEX is a must get card for any churner!
Haha I know right?! The pops of purple totally make it very “me” haha 😉
Thank you for sharing this great tip. I use my American Express for so much because I am all about the points. I am always looking for specials and deals to help with the high expense of traveling ( considering its my favorite thing to do ) . I am going to have to check out this offer 🙂
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Yay! Glad to hear it! I think you’ll really enjoy the perks of this card 🙂
This place looks so amazing and it’s always so fun playing tourist in your own city.
xoxo, Rachel
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So true! I couldn’t agree more haha 🙂 xx
Wow, the interior of the hotel is stunning!! #InLove
Thanks for sharing babe!
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I am in love too!
I personally always like to play tourist in my own city. I think there is always so much to see …. the W Hotel looks so luxurious 😉 When managed wisely a credit card can indeed offer amazing perks!
xo, Josie
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So glad to hear I’m not the only one! Haha gotta keep things exciting even in your hometown you know? 🙂
Really need to sign up for this!! Sounds like a great deal and love Starwood hotels!
This hotels looks so beautiful.
xoxo
Marcy
It would definitely be great for you since you travel so often!
Stunning selection . Kiss
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Thanks Renee!
That’s so cool! I wish I could sign up and redeem some points for my stays!
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Gotta love a credit card where you can get hot perks like this one!
I’ve got the AMEX Delta card and it’s great! I love what they stand for and it’s a great card!
Jordan xx
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That’s amazing babe! So glad you like it!
Hi Sharon! You look lovely as always! Thank you so much for explaining the many benefits! And congrats on being an ambassador! The hotel looks absolutely gorgeous! Albert, my husband and I are not native Orange County peeps and their are many many many times we feel like tourists in our own hood! Los Angeles is such a fun and lively area too and it would be so fun to explore LA too!
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Hi Debbie! Thanks for stopping by and reading 🙂 The W is absolutely gorgeous and worthy of checking out if you’re in the Hollywood area. I love Orange County! It’s like LA but a bit less congested to me haha
Amazing post lovely!
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Thanks Molly!
WOW!! What an amazing amazing post!! You look gorgeous as alway and HECK I need the Starwood preferred guest credit card ASAP! :))
xx Adelina
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Thank you love! The Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card is a must-have for avid travelers 🙂
This card seems like a must have, Sharon! Great post as always!
Thanks lovely xx
I have the Amex SPG and I friggin couldn’t agree more babe! Racking points up is so easy especially when I purchase for my clients on my card, lol. Win-win! Stayed the entire time at the Westin Tokyo on my recent vacay to Japan for FREEEEEEE! Can’t beat that ;D
Thank you for the blog visit babe, hope to see you back for my latest!
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So glad to hear you love this card too! It really is amazing the travel perks you get from it 🙂
Love to see you post and have fun. Good Luck as Always, stay awesome
Thanks darling!