Wow, one quarter has already flown by and we’re in April. Here’s a quick recap of some of the top stories we covered in the month of March.
American Express Platinum Card Retention Offer Success Story! Here’s What Happened…
P2 had better luck in getting a retention offer on the American Express Platinum card compared to my previous failed attempt.
The Amex Platinum Card Retention Offer Trap: Don’t Fall For It!
Now, you may think you got lucky if you got a retention offer on the American Express Platinum Card. However, not all offers are created equal. Don’t fall for this trap!
Three Changes Coming To The Amex Platinum Card: Here’s What You Need To Know…
Over the next few weeks and months, the American Express Platinum card will see a few more changes. While these changes are not as significant as the card refresh in Fall 2025, I still think these are a net negative for cardmembers.
New Wave Of American Express Account Shutdowns Resurfaces In 2026, Should You Be Worried?
A new wave of account closures has resurfaced. People indulging in one type of activity are seeing their accounts shut down by American Express.
Amex Is Adding A New $300 Credit to The Business Gold & Platinum Cards, But There’s A Catch…
Next month, American Express will be adding a $300 ChatGPT credit to both Business Platinum and Gold cards. However, you’ll see that there’s a catch when you read the fine print.
Your Complete Guide to Hilton Free Night Certificates [4 Cards Offering Them Currently!]
At the moment, American Express is offering record high welcome bonuses on their co-branded cards with Hilton Honors. In this guide, I explain how you can make the most of those bonuses by optimizing value from Hilton’s free night certificates.
The U.S. Is Now Demanding Up To $15,000 From Travelers of 50 Countries Before They Even Board A Plane
Thinking of traveling to the US? Then nationals of these 50 countries would need to pay up to $15,000 even before they apply for a visa to the US.
This Hotel Isn’t Even Open Yet… But I’m Already Excited
Don’t you get excited when you realize that one of your favorite hotel brands is coming to one of your favorite travel destinations?
Should I Take Up This Tempting Upgrade Offer?
For an upcoming stay, I’m seriously thinking about taking up this upgrade offer. What do you think?
Canadians Are Boycotting Travel to The U.S – Here’s What The Numbers Show..
Why are fewer and fewer Canadians traveling to the US? Is there more to it or is this a shadow boycott by Canadians?
Marriott Bonvoy’s Latest Change: Is This a Net Win For Members?
Marriott Bonvoy just made a change to how you use your points in conjunction with free night certificates. Is this move a net win or a loss for members?
Chase Sapphire Reserve: Why I’m Thinking of Getting it Soon..
I’m still sitting on the fence, but I’m getting tempted to ditch the Amex Platinum Card next very soon and switch to the Chase Sapphire Reserve.
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Credit Card Offers
American Express Business Credit Cards
- Earn 200,000 Membership Rewards points with the Business Platinum Card (YMMV)
- Earn 100,000 Membership Rewards points with the Business Gold Card by American Express
Chase Sapphire Cards
- 75,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points up for grabs with the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card!
- Earn 125,000 bonus points with the Chase Sapphire Reserve Card
- Earn 150,000 bonus points with the Chase Sapphire Reserve Card for Business Card
- Chase Ink Business Preferred Card offering a limited time welcome bonus of 100,000 points
Hilton Honors
- Pay No Annual Fee, Earn 70,000 points & 1 free night with the Hilton Honors American Express Card
- Earn 130,000 points & 1 free night with the Hilton Surpass Card
- Earn 175,000 points and 1 free night with the Hilton Aspire Card
- Hilton Business Card: Earn 1 free night & 175,000 points!
