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Also: Celebrate mom with these mother-daughter getaways March 21, 2024 [THE POINTS GUY]( [View in browser]( [TPG Daily NEWSLETTER]( [THE POINTS GUY]( Deciding between premium travel perks by Sean Cudahy, Aviation Reporter [TPG | Hero Image] [The Platinum Card® from American Express]( and the [Chase Sapphire Reserve®]( are two highly rated premium travel cards. They’re also among the most expensive, with annual fees of $695 ([see rates and fees]( and $550, respectively. But which is right for your wallet? Both cards are offering lucrative welcome bonuses. New Amex Platinum cardmembers can earn 80,000 Membership Rewards points after spending $8,000 in the first six months of card membership. TPG values that offer at around $1,600. Plus, some targeted applicants may be able to earn up to 150,000 points. Check your eligibility using TPG’s [CardMatch tool.]( Meanwhile, new Sapphire Reserve cardholders can earn up to 60,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points by spending $4,000 within the first three months of card membership. TPG values that welcome offer at roughly $1,230. It’s fewer points but an easier-to-reach spending threshold. You’ll get premium airport lounge access with both cards, from Amex’s [Centurion Lounges]( (more widespread) to Chase’s new [Sapphire Lounges]( (a smaller but fast-growing portfolio). You’ll also get access to Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts through Amex Travel and Chase’s Luxury Hotel & Resort Collection in the Chase Travel portal, which both offer additional travel benefits. Both cards have an assortment of travel and non-travel credits. If you fully use all the statement credits available, [your potential cost savings]( are higher with the Amex Platinum. At the same time, some of the Amex credits can be tougher to use than others. Amex Platinum members get automatic elite status with Marriott Bonvoy and Hilton Honors. But Sapphire Reserve cardholders can transfer their points to World of Hyatt, which won a TPG Award in 2023 for Best Hotel Loyalty Program. Ultimately, it comes down to your spending habits and travel preferences. Here are some resources to help you decide which card is best for you: - [Amex Platinum vs. Chase Sapphire Reserve: Which $550-plus card is right for you?]( - [Amex Platinum card review: High annual fee with loads of perks]( - [How to check if you’re targeted for 150K Amex Platinum offer or 90K Amex Gold offer via CardMatch]( - [Chase Sapphire Reserve credit card review: Luxury perks and valuable rewards]( Posts in this newsletter contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products, and this may impact how or where they appear. For an explanation of our Advertising Policy, [visit this page](. 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[Alaska Airlines starts $5-per-month subscription service for deals and more — here's what you get]( 10. [Delta cuts 3 routes from Los Angeles, adds new regional flight from Detroit]( [fb]( [insta]( [yt]( [tw]( [in]( [mail](mailto:hello@thepointsguy.com) You are receiving this email because you opted in at [thepointsguy.com](. Where to find us: The Points Guy 100 5th Ave., 16th Floor New York, NY 10011 USA USA If this newsletter was forwarded to you, you can subscribe [here](. Changed your mind? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe]( at any time. Advertiser Disclosure: The cards we feature here are from partners who compensate us when you are approved through our site, and this may impact how or where these products appear. We don’t cover all available credit cards, but our analysis, reviews, and opinions are entirely from our editorial team. Please view our [advertising policy]( and [product review methodology]( for more information. 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