Today I'll be discussing the The Platinum Card (R) from American Express , a prized possession in the

Today I’ll be discussing the The Platinum Card ® from American Express , a prized possession in the wallet of any frequent traveler.  Yet, on the other hand, it is a thorn in the flesh of we budget caesar hotel atlantic city travelers who love the features, yet wonder if it is worth justifying the $450 annual fee.
I had a few people mention they were nervous about or even going to skip out on the British Airways 100,000 bonus miles credit card because of the $95 annual fee.  If you’re one of those who emailed, go to a hospital right now because the idea of a $450 annual fee would sound preposterous.
American Express Membership Rewards points can be transferred to many airlines at a 1:1 ratio.  You can also transfer them to hotels.  Also, they frequently offer bonuses where you can get even more out of a transfer.
As a note, you do need to designate your airline, and the full amount must be used for that airline.  (I.e. if you designate American Airlines, you can get up to $200 in airline incidental fees reimbursed.  However, you could not get $100 for American and $100 for Delta.)
With the exception of the US Airways Clubs, caesar hotel atlantic city you will need to present your card, government issued ID, and a valid ticket for same-day travel to gain access to the club.  For the US Airways Clubs you don’t need a same-day travel ticket.  This is good news for those of us who might want to fly Southwest and also get lounge access.
Priority Pass is an independent lounge network that gives you access to over 600 airport lounges caesar hotel atlantic city in 100 countries.  For international travelers, caesar hotel atlantic city this really opens up a lot of lounge possibilities caesar hotel atlantic city overseas.  You can enter the lounge regardless caesar hotel atlantic city of your class of travel or the airline you are flying.
Use this C\card to apply for the $100 Global Entry membership, and you’ll get to credit the fee.  This  membership will be valid for 5 years, so it’s a good idea to get it while you’re caesar hotel atlantic city a Platinum card holder.
If you have friends or family who would be interested in the card, this would be the way to go.  Simply add them to your account and give them a low (think $10) spending limit.  They get all the great benefits for next to nothing.
No doubt the fee is expensive. caesar hotel atlantic city However, if you can make use of the benefits, it really is worth the expenses for at least a year.  Also if you could share add card memberships between friends or family, it really could be a great deal.
I do wish that this card offered caesar hotel atlantic city more lucrative earning opportunities for Membership Rewards points.  It’s basically one point per dollar with the opportunity to earn extra when shopping online at the Bonus Points Mall (up to 4x) or booking travel with AMEX online (2x).
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