The Amex Platinum Card is a go to card for many travelers, but many are reconsidering whether to renew the card of its most recent refresh and a brand higher $895 annual fee. However, there’s a retention offer on the card that’s becoming more common and I’d suggest it’s a trap you should avoid falling into. That and more as we round up stories from the week gone by.
This Amex Platinum Card Retention Offer Is Showing Up More Often – Here’s Why You Should Avoid It
When customers are reaching out to ask about a retention bonus, this offer is showing up more often. In this post, I’ve highlighted why it would be a good idea to avoid it and why it’s a trap set to burn your valuable points.
Why This Is My Favorite Travel Credit Card!!!
I’ve been in the miles and space for over a decade and if you were to ask me to keep just one travel credit card in my wallet, then this would be the one! In this post, I explain why.
This Points Redemption Delivered an Incredible 4.7 Cents Per Point
If used wisely, then your transferable points currencies can provide outsized value. For one of my most recent bookings, I was able to squeeze a nice 4.7 cpp value.
Earn 200,000 points: Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business Card Review
As per multiple sources, this limited time offer may be pulled as soon as January 22, 2026. This bonus has stuck around for much longer than expected and you can still earn a welcome bonus of 200,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points on the brand new Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business credit card.
Singapore Airlines Business Class Review [Airbus A380-800: Mumbai to Singapore]
Here’s a full review of my recent flight on Singapore Airlines’ Airbus A380-800 in business class from Mumbai to Singapore. I was able to grab this deal before Singapore Airlines devalued their miles late last year.
Earn 5 Free Nights + $100: Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card Review
This card continues to be one of my favorite co-branded hotel credit cards. At the moment, it’s offering its highest ever welcome bonus as you can earn 5 free nights and an extra $100 in credits. For a credit card that charges an annual fee of just $95, this card is not only offering a huge welcome bonus upfront, but also offers great value each year once you renew the card, thanks to the free night certificate you earn each year after you pay the annual fee.
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Credit Card Offers
American Express Business Credit Cards
- Earn 200,000 Membership Rewards points with the Business Platinum Card
- Earn 100,000 Membership Rewards points with the Business Gold Card by American Express
Chase Sapphire Cards
- Earn 125,000 bonus points with the Chase Sapphire Reserve Card
- Earn 200,000 bonus points with the Chase Sapphire Reserve Card for Business
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