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.
- Benefits:
- I Prefer Titanium Membership
- Benefits:
- Higher points earning on stays
- Room upgrades
- Early check-in and late check-out
- Benefits:
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!