Is the Revamped American Express Platinum Charge Card Worth the Upgrade?

The exclusive American Express Platinum Charge Card has been revamped with exciting new features and benefits, making it a hot topic among premium cardholders. Here’s a breakdown of what’s new and whether it’s worth the upgrade:

Membership Fees:

  • Joining Fee: ₹66,000 + GST (approximately ₹77,880) annually.

New Features & Benefits:

1. Three New Complimentary Elite Memberships:

  • Accor Plus Traveller Tier
    • Value: ₹11,800
    • Benefits:
      • 50% off meals
      • Early access to hotel promotions
      • 15% off drinks across Asia
      • Exclusive member rates
  • Postcard Hotels Sunshine Club (Platinum Tier)
    • Benefits:
      • 7% cashback on spending at Postcard Hotels
      • Complimentary laundry service
      • Anytime check-in and check-out
      • Breakfast service anytime
      • Unlimited regional cocktails during stays
    • Valid for two years from enrollment.
  • I Prefer Titanium Membership
    • Benefits:
      • Higher points earning on stays
      • Room upgrades
      • Early check-in and late check-out

2. Renewal Benefits:

  • Cardholders will receive vouchers worth ₹35,000 from brands like Taj Hotels, Postcard Hotels, and Reliance Brands upon renewal, after spending ₹20 lakh in the card anniversary year.

3. No More Birthday Benefit:

  • The Taj voucher birthday benefit has been discontinued, which many see as a disappointing change.

Additional Offers:

  • Buy one ticket, get up to ₹500 off the second ticket at PVR and Inox (valid once per month) plus a complimentary F&B voucher.
  • Enjoy a 12-month complimentary membership for OTT, publications, and discounts with Times Ace Membership.

Special Offer:
Apply now for the revamped AmEx Platinum Charge Card and receive a limited-edition playing card set designed by Manish Malhotra, along with 10,000 bonus Membership Reward points!