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Save Up to 50% on Amazon or Get Up to $25 in Gift Cards by Redeeming Rewards

July 28, 2026 158

Targeted American Express and Citi cardholders can save up to 50% on eligible Amazon purchases or earn up to $25 in Amazon gift cards by redeeming rewards. Although using credit card rewards at Amazon generally provides poor value, these targeted promotions can make it worthwhile. Here’s how to check your eligibility and maximize each offer.

Skye Class & Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Amex Adds Fourth Hotel Transfer Partner — Book Luxury Stays From 16k Points

July 28, 2026 0

American Express Membership Rewards just added its fourth hotel transfer partner: Leading Hotels of the World Leaders Club. Here’s the transfer ratio and when it makes sense to convert Amex points to Leaders Club.

JT Genter

Re-Enroll by December 31: Get Complimentary Hertz President’s Circle Status With an Amex Card

July 21, 2026 5

Looking for perks like guaranteed upgrades, bonus points, and a free additional driver on Hertz rentals? You might have access to these perks and not even know it. Here's how to enroll in complimentary Hertz President's Circle status through select American Express credit cards.

Skye Class & Scott Sikes

Reviewed by Harrison Pierce

Marriott, Virgin Atlantic, and Many More: Save up to $500 or Earn 50k Bonus Points Via Amex Offers

July 10, 2026 189

Amex is currently offering a bounty of travel-related Amex Offers! Targeted Amex cardmembers can currently earn up to $500 back or up to 50k bonus points on airlines, hotels, cruises, U.S. gas stations, and tour packages. From Marriott to Oceania Cruises and even Delta, here's a round-up of the top travel-related Amex Offers available now.

Harrison Pierce & JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Amex Centurion Lounges: Primary and Sidecar Locations, Current Access Rules, and Guest Policy

July 9, 2026 5

Travelers don't have many better places to wait for a flight than in an American Express Centurion® Lounge. In this post, we explain how you can score access to Amex Centurion Lounges (as well as Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge), the Centurion Lounge locations, and why they're so great in the first place.

Tyler Glatt & Toni Southam

Reviewed by JT Genter

Extended: Sign up for Rakuten and Earn $50 or 5,000 Amex or Bilt Points After Spending $50

July 7, 2026 119

Rakuten is one of the oldest — and remains one of the best — shopping portals on the internet for earning bonus rewards. And it's a great time to sign up. There's a new member bonus of $50, 5,000 Amex Membership Rewards points, or 5,000 Bilt Rewards Points. Here's how to get it.

Tyler Glatt & Skye Class

Transfer American Express Membership Rewards Points to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club With a 30% Bonus

July 1, 2026 14

American Express just launched a new 30% transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. You have until July 31, 2026 to get 30% bonus points when transferring Amex Membership Rewards points to Flying Club. This unlocks value on everything from short Delta domestic flights to flying business or first class to Japan! Here's a breakdown of when you might want to transfer Amex points to Flying Club during this bonus.

Sam Helmy & JT Genter

Amex Launches 20% Transfer Bonus to Hilton Honors: Get 2.4 Hilton Points per Membership Rewards Point

July 1, 2026 57

Amex just launched a new 20% transfer bonus for transferring Membership Rewards points to Hilton Honors points. During this promotion, members will receive 2,400 Hilton points for every 1,000 Membership Rewards points transferred for a limited time. But should you transfer Amex points to Hilton? Here's what to know.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Last Call for Transfers: Amex Is Losing Etihad Guest as a Points Transfer Partner on June 30

July 1, 2026 1

American Express is set to lose Etihad as a transfer partner really soon — on June 30, 2026, to be exact. That means there's very little time left to transfer Membership Rewards points to Etihad Guest before you lose the opportunity for good.

Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Best Amex Membership Rewards Transfer Partners: 5 Programs That Provide Top Value

June 28, 2026 8

American Express Membership Rewards are one of the easiest points currencies in which to accumulate big balances. To ensure you’re getting the best value out of your Membership Rewards points, we're sharing five of the best Amex Membership Rewards transfer partners to get you on your next trip.

Ben Nickel-D'Andrea & Senitra Horbrook

Reviewed by Toni Southam

The Best Business Cards for 2X Points on Everyday Purchases

June 24, 2026 0

Earning miles for your small business spending can be a big contributor to profitability. Our picks for the best business cards for everyday spending earn a minimum of 2X miles on every purchase.

Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Toni Southam

Get a 15% Transfer Bonus on Amex Membership Rewards Points Transfers to Avianca LifeMiles

June 15, 2026 23

Through July 15, 2026, Avianca is offering a 15% transfer bonus on all transfers from Amex Membership Rewards to LifeMiles. If you need to book a United or other Star Alliance award ticket, this transfer bonus is a fantastic opportunity to save thousands of points. Here are the details.

JT Genter & Tyler Glatt

Qantas Disappears From Amex Membership Rewards Transfer Partners

June 1, 2026 1

Amex removed Qantas Frequent Flyer from its list of Membership Rewards transfer partners without any advanced notice. AwardWallet has contacted Amex to see whether this is a temporary or permanent pause. Here's what we know so far.

JT Genter

Transfer Amex Membership Rewards to Marriott and Get a 20% Bonus Through June 2026

July 1, 2026 45

American Express has launched a new 20% transfer bonus to Marriott Bonvoy through June 30, 2026. With this offer, you'll receive 1,200 Marriott points for every 1,000 Membership Rewards points you transfer. But does this bonus make a transfer worthwhile? Here's what you need to know.

Skye Class & JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Amex Platinum Member Airfares: How To Access This Premium Flight Discount Program

May 30, 2026 2

American Express Platinum Member Airfares offer an average of 10% discount on paid airfare for premium economy, business, and first class tickets, and in some cases, discounts on domestic economy tickets. Over 30 airlines participate in this program, but not every traveler has access. Here's all you need to know.

Ben Nickel-D'Andrea & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Toni Southam

How To Use the Amex Business Gold Flexible Business Credit

May 28, 2026 0

The Amex Business Gold Flexible Business Credit offers up to $240 annually in statement credits at FedEx, Grubhub, and office supply stores. With a simple strategy, you can stretch this benefit far beyond its intended categories and turn it into everyday savings.

Ryan Flanigan

Reviewed by Toni Southam

Rakuten’s 90X LifeLock Promo: Get 31k+ Amex Points for 1.11¢ Each (and Free Protection to Boot)

May 23, 2026 13

You can currently get 90% cash back on LifeLock via Rakuten. Even better, you can choose to receive your rewards as American Express Membership Rewards instead of cash back. That means you can earn a whopping 90X Membership Rewards points per dollar spent! Here are the details of this incredible offer.

JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Amex Removing Etihad as a Transfer Partner Worldwide — Here's the Timeline

July 1, 2026 1

U.S. travelers aren't the only ones who will lose access to Etihad Guest Miles as a transfer partner in June. It appears to be a worldwide trend, with American Express cardholders in Germany, Canada, and the UK also losing access. Here's what to know.

Harrison Pierce

Act Fast: Transfer Amex Membership Rewards Points to JetBlue With a 10% Bonus

May 4, 2026 0

It’s not often we see an American Express Membership Rewards transfer bonus to JetBlue TrueBlue, so this is a special opportunity. Here’s what you need to know about this 10% transfer bonus from Amex to JetBlue, and whether it’s worth taking advantage of before it ends on May 11, 2026.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

When (and When Not) to Use the American Express Travel Portal

April 4, 2026 1

American Express Travel is a convenient way to book flights, hotels, rental cars, and cruises through American Express. In this post, we walk you through how to book with Amex Travel, the questions you should ask before booking, and the value you'll get for your Membership Rewards when you redeem them in the portal.

Tyler Glatt & Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by Toni Southam

American Express Membership Rewards Expiration Policy: 7 Ways You Could Forfeit Points

April 3, 2026 51

American Express Membership Rewards points have a generous expiration policy that lets you focus on building balances and making redemptions. Here's what you need to know to keep your Amex points safe, including seven ways you can lose some or all of your Amex points.

Sam Helmy

Reviewed by JT Genter

American Express Gold Card Review: Best Rewards Card for Dining and Supermarkets

March 7, 2026 18

Few cards compete with the earning rates on dining and U.S. supermarkets offered by the American Express® Gold Card. While its high annual fee can be a turn-off to some, there are ongoing perks that can offset this — assuming you're able to use them. Let's look at whether you should add this card to your wallet.

Tyler Glatt & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by JT Genter

Amex Membership Rewards Pauses Points Transfers to ANA Mileage Club — What to Know

February 26, 2026 0

Had plans to transfer American Express Membership Rewards points to ANA Mileage Club soon? Well, that might not be happening — at least for a bit. We’ve noticed that Amex has temporarily paused transfers to ANA. Here’s what to know, plus when the issuer expects transfer capabilities to return.

Tyler Glatt

Everything To Know About the Amex Welcome Offer Eligibility Tool

February 21, 2026 3

Hoping to take advantage of a lucrative welcome offer from American Express? You might not be eligible for that amazing bonus. Luckily, you can use the Amex welcome offer eligibility tool to find out if you're eligible before submitting the application. Here's everything you need to know about this eligibility tool.

Harrison Pierce & Max Prosperi

Reviewed by JT Genter

How To Redeem Amex Membership Rewards Points — And Which Options Offer the Best Value

January 31, 2026 3

Have Amex points and wondering what to do with them? From luxurious business class flights to poor-value gift cards, not all redemptions are created equal. This guide breaks down the best (and worst) ways to redeem your American Express Membership Rewards points—including sweet spots with ANA, Virgin Atlantic, Iberia, and more — so you can get the most value from every point.

Ian Snyder & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Toni Southam

Amex Blue Business Plus Card Review: Earn 2x Membership Rewards Points, Pay No Annual Fee

January 28, 2026 34

The Blue Business® Plus Credit Card from American Express is one of the most rewarding business cards available. While you won't find a ton of benefits on the card, it has one of the best earning structures — plus access to Amex's hotel and airline transfer partners. Here's what to know about it and how to apply.

Senitra Horbrook & Gabriela Milton

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Emirates Transfer Ratio Devaluations Jump the Pond — Here’s When and the New Ratio

December 18, 2025 0

Beginning February 1, 2026, those earning Membership Rewards points in the UK will see a sharp decline in the value of their points when redeeming with Emirates. Amex UK is lowering the 4:3 transfer ratio to Emirates Skywards to a 2:1 ratio. Here's how that impacts how many Amex points you need to book an award.

Harrison Pierce

Amex Business Gold Review: Rewards, Credits, and Whether It Deserves a Spot in Your Wallet

December 10, 2025 26

The American Express® Business Gold Card automatically earns 4x points in multiple categories, enabling businesses to potentially earn a massive amount of Membership Rewards points each year. Check out our comprehensive review for all the details and current welcome bonus.

Senitra Horbrook & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Amex to Devalue Transfers to Cathay Pacific Asia Miles in Early 2026 — Here’s the Timeline

December 8, 2025 0

Amex Membership Rewards is one of a handful of programs that offers transfers to Cathay Pacific's loyalty program -- known as Asia Miles -- at a 1:1 ratio. That rate will be changing, but luckily not for a few months. Effective March 1, 2026, the transfer rate will change to 5:4, dropping the rate by 20%. Here's what to know.

Cameron Laufer

Best Ways to Redeem Amex Membership Rewards Points for U.S. Domestic Flights (From 3k Points!)

November 18, 2025 30

American Express Membership Rewards are a notoriously powerful, transferable, loyalty currency. With generous category bonuses and periodic transfer bonuses, it isn’t hard to rack up Amex points. However, it can be difficult determining how to maximize Membership Rewards for simple U.S. domestic award flights. Thankfully by leveraging various airline alliances and partners, there are sweet spots for domestic travel.

JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

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