Marc, I don't have Amex Plat. And I, personally, have avoided early embarkation lately because so many are doing it LV has become a bit of an unpleasant zoo. We prefer to have a leisurely lunch before boarding often with friends. My concern about this, IF it happens, is that it represents a fundamental change in the Regent model. All can now make restaurant reservations at the same time and board early. To deny these two perks to H, G, and F passengers changes that. I'm delighted to see Regent add perks to E cabins and up as long as Regent pays for them. To add them at the expense of H, G, and F folks is a shame. And if I learn I'm exempt as SSS gold it won't change my opinion. Just one person's opinion!