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Tennis fans with an eye on finding 2024 US Open tickets this year, rejoice! Your Amex card lets you beat the crowds and grab the tickets you want.
Don’t have an Amex card? Here’s the one I suggest.
It was the first travel card I ever opened, the first bonus that sent me flying around the world for pennies, and the first perk-laden product to have me shimmying into lounges in every corner of the globe. I was hooked on points and miles after opening the card.
🤩 What’s the deal?
Tickets for the renowned tennis tournament officially go on sale June 3, but American Express cardholders can opt to grab theirs a few days earlier between May 28 at 9 AM and June 1 at 11:59 PM. Cardholders can purchase a maximum of sixteen tickets per day–eight for the morning session and eight for the evening rounds.
It’s a big deal for fans, as navigating the rabble of tennis fans can be a frustrating experience. Narrowing down the pool makes those center-court dreams a little more realistic.
🎾 Any other perks?
Details haven’t been announced, but Amex cardholders will also get access to the on-site Amex lounges, with the Centurion lounge only open to holders of the card I mentioned earlier and Amex’s ultra-exclusive card. They’ll also enjoy free bag check, an in-ear radio, and access to the Amex shop.
It’s an ace deal. (Pun intended).
- Best for: Luxury Perks
- Annual Fee: $695
- Pay Over Time APR
- Reward Rate: 5X
- Recommended Credit: 670-850
The Platinum Card® from American Express
80,000 Membership Rewards® Points
Offer Details:
80,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 on purchases in your first 6 months of card membership
Why we like it
The Amex Platinum was once the sole dominating force in the luxury credit card space. While it now faces some stiff competition, it still offers unbeatable perks like unprecedented airport lounge access, elite status at Hilton and Marriott, and some outstanding statement credits making the mammoth $695 worth it for some.
Reward details
5X Membership Rewards® Points for flights booked directly with airlines or with American Express Travel up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year.
5X Membership Rewards® Points on prepaid hotels booked with American Express Travel.
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Earn 80,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 on eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership.
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Earn 5X Membership Rewards® Points for flights booked directly with airlines or with American Express Travel up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year and earn 5X Membership Rewards® Points on prepaid hotels booked with American Express Travel.
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Incredible lounge access
Statement credits worth over $1,000 annually.
Unlock access to exclusive reservations and special dining experiences with Global Dining Access by Resy when you add your Platinum Card® to your Resy profile.
Cons
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The $695 annual fee is brutally high. Too high for many that can’t, or don’t want to take full advantage of its benefits.
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Points-earning rates are low unless spending directly on flights or with the Amex Portal.
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Some of the benefits, like travel credits, are more limited and are harder to use than competing cards’ offerings.
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