Got a call from Accor plus in reference to an email I sent asking to pay for membership to get platinum status back. Advised that I can pay for Accor Plus and get Silver status...which was confusing since I'm currently Silver due to amex. Went back and forth for a bit and eventually it clicked for her and told me she will speak with manager and call me back. Got a call back and advised I can pay $355 (or $395?) for accor plus and get Gold status based off my current points balance and not points earn in past 12 months as it was under 10,000 pts. I asked about receiving Platinum status and was told nothing she can do and that I will need to earn it off points/stays.
Do you think it would be worth it? Just for the upgrade opportunity? I just wont have access to lounge, not an issue since we're travelling with a youngling, or comp. breakfast, unless I book a room with breakfast.