Not all that long ago I signed up for an Amex Platinum Card. My understanding was that it would provide excellent airline and hotel upgrade deals. I have been quoted $12k for two Malaysian Airlines return business class fares to London ($14k Emirates) ==> certainly more than I thought it would be. I have since stayed at Westin and Hyatt hotels and been laughed at when asking for an upgrade. I must admit though, Hertz did give me a one class upgrade the other day.
The hotel and car hire rates they give are terrible. They are nowhere near Corporate rates. I know of the travel insurance benefits and 1.5 reward points per dollar ..... but is that it ??? surely there must be more to warrant the $900 ??
The hotel and car hire rates they give are terrible. They are nowhere near Corporate rates. I know of the travel insurance benefits and 1.5 reward points per dollar ..... but is that it ??? surely there must be more to warrant the $900 ??