For the past few years, late July to early August has been the time of year that Starwood and American Express have rolled out their best promo, and this year is no exception.

Now, when you apply by September 3, 2013 for the Starwood Preferred Guest® Credit Card from American Express, you can receive up to 30,000 Starpoints. You’ll receive 10,000 bonus Starpoints after your first purchase and another 20,000 bonus Starpoints after you make $5,000 in purchases within the first 6 months of cardmembership. That’s an extra 5,000 bonus Starpoints, compared to what is normally offered for the card.

This is a fantastic opportunity to pick up one of my favorite credit cards–with a bonus that is only offered once a year.

Update 9/3/13: Please note that the 30,000 Starpoint offer has now expired.

To apply for this limited time offer, see the following links:

• Starwood Preferred Guest® Credit Card from American Express (Personal card) application




• Starwood Preferred Guest® Business Credit Card from American Express application