IIRC, I think that I received 4,000 points the first time I used my SPG Amex card. However, I think the special is now 5,000 points for the first use.
Here are the terms for the current promotion:
You must apply on spg.com between January 31 and February 28, 2003 and be a first-time Cardmember to be eligible for this offer. Please visit https://www66.americanexpress.com/cards/Applyfservlet?csi=6/1163/b/10/0/030111656811/0/n&from=3 for full credit card terms and conditions.
Earn 5,000 bonus Starpoints the first time you use the Card, 2,000 additional Starpoints on your first qualifying stay at any participating Starwood property, plus 1,000 bonus Starpoints for each of your next 3 stays (up to 10,000 Starpoints) during your first 12 months of Cardmembership. Bonuses may credit up to six weeks after qualifying purchase. Not to be combined with other offers or promotions.
Hope that helps!
Donnie
PS....I want a countdown clock, too!!!!!!!
Here are the terms for the current promotion:
You must apply on spg.com between January 31 and February 28, 2003 and be a first-time Cardmember to be eligible for this offer. Please visit https://www66.americanexpress.com/cards/Applyfservlet?csi=6/1163/b/10/0/030111656811/0/n&from=3 for full credit card terms and conditions.
Earn 5,000 bonus Starpoints the first time you use the Card, 2,000 additional Starpoints on your first qualifying stay at any participating Starwood property, plus 1,000 bonus Starpoints for each of your next 3 stays (up to 10,000 Starpoints) during your first 12 months of Cardmembership. Bonuses may credit up to six weeks after qualifying purchase. Not to be combined with other offers or promotions.
Hope that helps!
Donnie
PS....I want a countdown clock, too!!!!!!!