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Eligible cardholders can earn a fourth night free when booking a trip to Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe … [+]
As we enter the fourth quarter of 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic has continued to shift the way travel brands and credit card companies stay relevant to consumers. Since many travelers are not able to use some of their more familiar miles, points or credit card benefits as they had hoped, creative alternatives are a welcome sight. Today, American Express announced a slate of new offers and points bonuses for certain cardholders.
A recent American Express survey said that eight in ten people are starting to plan for future travel, and a slightly higher percentage are eager to re-engage with their preferred travel brand to help them do that. Just over half of the survey participants were especially interested in the health protocols that companies are taking to make their journey safe.
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Whether you are venturing to a hotel that’s using robots to sanitize your room, splurging on an all-inclusive vacation, or you plan to buy out an entire small property for your “travel bubble” vacation, American Express just introduced a series of fall promotions that can enhance upcoming travel with bonuses and cash-back offers.
The infinity pool at Marriott Puerto Vallarta, a member of Marriott Bonvoy.
Transfer points to hotel programs
American Express cardholders with Membership Rewards points can transfer those points to Hilton Honors or Marriott Bonvoy and receive a 40 percent bonus on top of the normal transfer ratio. This offer is available between now and Oct. 31, 2020 for all consumer and business cards that earn Membership Rewards.
Membership Rewards normally transfer at a rate of two Membership Rewards points to three Marriott Bonvoy points or one Membership Rewards point to two Hilton Honors points.
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Discounted airfare for Platinum Card Members
On select domestic routes, American Express is offering discounted airfare for travelers that book selected routes through its online portal. The routes vary by airline with savings that can be as much as 22 percent off the base airfare. The discount is valid on flights reserved before the end of the year and taken between now and March 31, 2021. These fares are available to eligible U.S. consumer and business Platinum Card and Centurion members, but Delta SkyMiles Platinum Card Members are excluded from the deal.
American Express confirms these fares are directly from the airlines and are not bulk fares. This means they are eligible for elite status upgrades and perks, too.
According to the American Express survey, 40 percent of consumers who fly regularly say that they’d be comfortable traveling by plane domestically in the next three months. Airfare booked through AmexTravel.com earns five Membership Rewards points per dollar spent.
The pool deck at the new W Punta de Mita in Mexico, a Marriott Bonvoy hotel.
New Amex Offers on card accounts
Consumer and business cardholders should check the Amex Offers section of their account to see if they are eligible to earn $75 cash back when spending more than $250 at a participating Marriott Bonvoy hotel between now and Dec. 31, 2020.
American Express is offering discounts for car rentals including Silvercar by Audi through Amex … [+]
Other Amex Offers include discounts for car rental services including Turo and Silvercar by Audi.
The Omni Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, Virginia is a member of American Express’ Fine Hotels & … [+]
Statement credits and free night offer with Fine Hotels & Resorts
Cardholders that spend more than $800 on prepaid Fine Hotels & Resorts bookings will receive a $150 statement credit. Travelers must use AmexTravel.com for the reservations for travel booked by Dec. 7, 2020. Eligible U.S. Platinum Card members must register for the Fine Hotels & Resorts Amex Offer to take part in this promotion. These bookings typically come with additional benefits that can include free breakfast, early check-in or late checkout, and potential room upgrades.
The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Resort is a member of American Express’ Fine Hotels & Resorts.
More than 200 Fine Hotels & Resorts members are also offering a complimentary night for booking a reservation of at least three consecutive nights via eligible American Express channels. Reservations must be made by Dec. 18 for stays completed by Dec. 20, 2020.
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, participates in the Fine Hotels & Resorts program.
Participating properties include The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Resort, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts’ I Prefer loyalty program, and The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, among others.
