The latest wave of Amex shutdowns is causing a bit of a stir. Do you love or hate the Platinum card? That and more as we wrap up some of the stories from the last week.
New wave of Amex shutdowns: what’s going on?
A new wave of Amex shutdowns seems to be ongoing, as Amex is going after certain types of cardmembers involved in a particular type of spend.
The Amex Platinum Card: the most hated premium travel credit card?
The Amex Platinum card always leads to animated discussions. Some people love it while others hate it. Which camp are you in?
What’s in my wallet? Travel credit cards I’m currently carrying
Once every year, I write about which credit cards I’m currently carrying in my wallet. Here are the travel credit cards that I’m currently carrying.
Eye of the flyer: Delta Air Lines Issues Travel Advisory for Tel Aviv
Delta has issued a new advisory for traveling to Tel Aviv, Israel. This comes on the back of Houthi missile strike.
Frequent Miler: Got an expiring Hilton free night certificate? Maybe it can be extended (YMMV).
If you signed up for one of the Hilton co-branded credit card offers, there’s a good chance you’ll soon have a free night certificate in your Hilton account once you meet the required minimum spend. Usually, once a free night certificate is issued, it’s valid for 1 year post issuance.
So can you get the expiration of your free night certificate extended if you ask politely?
The Shutterwhale: Hilton Honors Launches Points Plus Promotion – Earn 1,000 Bonus Points Per Stay (June to August 2025)
If you’re looking to stay at Hilton properties over the summer, then this is a great new promotion to sign up for. You’ll earn 1,000 bonus points for each stay you complete between June 1 and August 15, 2025.
100,000 Ultimate Rewards points offer ending soon
Many blogs with affiliate links are reporting that the 100,000 Ultimate Rewards points on the Chase Sapphire Card is ending soon. They don’t have specific end date yet, but it would be wise to sign up now in case you’re looking to get the card anyway.
Marriott Welcome Bonuses Ending Soon
American Express is currently offering limited time welcome bonuses on the co-branded credit cards with Marriott Bonvoy. If you’re looking to apply, then these offers are slated to end soon on May 14th.
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