Not satisfied being an ordinary Priority Club member? Then cough up $50 and buy your way to Gold Elite Status. Gold Elite members enjoy a 10-percent bonus on earned points for hotel stays, priority check-in on guaranteed reservations and access to an exclusive Gold Elite Customer Service number. Not a bad deal for $50.

To purchase your upgrade call (866) 366-7855 Monday through Friday between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. MST. Or visit http://www.spg.com, download the Gold Elite Status membership request form, complete the required details and fax the form to (800) 725-8232.