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It’s a new month and some new offers have landed.
Specifically, American Express has upgraded the offers on 4 of their credit cards – 2 personal and 2 business.
Here are the details on these new offers, which end on July 24, 2023.
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Summary of the new Amex Canada offers
Here’s a quick summary on what cards are getting new offers and how they compare to the old ones.
| Amex Credit Card | Old Welcome Offer | New Welcome Offer | New Offer Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Express Aeroplan Reserve Card | Up to 85,000 points | Up to 115,000 points (terms) | Up to $2,300 |
| Marriott Bonvoy American Express Card | Up to 50,000 points | Up to 65,000 points (terms) | Up to $631 |
| American Express Aeroplan Business Reserve Card | Up to 85,000 points | Up to 120,000 points (terms) | Up to $2,400 |
| Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card | Up to 50,000 points | Up to 85,000 points (terms) | Up to $825 |
Here are the details on each one.
1. American Express Aeroplan Reserve Card
The American Express Aeroplan Reserve Card has a new offer, that while bigger, is also a little harder to earn.
Previously, you could get up to 85,000 bonus Aeroplan points by spending $1,000 a month for 6 months.
Now, you can earn up to 115,000 points as such:
- 45,000 points after spending $6,000 in the first 3 months,
- 7,500 points every month you spend $2,000 in each of the first 6 months (another 45,000 points), and
- 25,000 points when you make 1 purchase between months 14 to 17.
A little harder to earn, but you’ll get more points, assuming you keep the card beyond year 1.
What does this card offer for a $599 annual fee? Here’s a quick list:
- up to 3 points per $1 spent on purchases,
- Maple Leaf lounge access,
- priority check-in, boarding, and baggage handling, and
- free first checked bags.
2. Marriott Bonvoy American Express Card
For some free hotel nights, the Marriott Bonvoy American Express Card is offering more bonus Marriott Bonvoy points. Instead of earning 50,000 points, you can now earn up to 75,000 points:
- 65,000 points after spending $3,000 in the first 3 months, and
- 10,000 points after you make a purchase between months 14 to 17.
Those points can turn into a couple of free nights at Marriott hotels.
This card also keeps the free nights coming every year you have it:
- 2 points per $1 spent on all purchases,
- annual 35,000 point free night certificate, and
- automatic Silver Elite status.
All this for a standard $120 annual fee.
3. American Express Aeroplan Business Reserve Card
On the business card front, the American Express Aeroplan Business Reserve Card is offering a larger welcome bonus of up to 120,000 points.
Here’s how you can earn it:
- 50,000 points after spending $9,000 in the first 3 months,
- 7,500 points every month you spend $3,000 in the first 6 months (45,000 points), and
- 25,000 points when you make a purchase between months 14 to 17.
It’s a full-featured Aeroplan credit card – essentially the business version of the American Express Aeroplan Reserve Card. It gives you:
- up to 3 points per $1 spent on purchases,
- Maple Leaf lounge access,
- priority Air Canada services, and
- free first checked bags.
Just note the high annual fee of $599.
4. Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card
Finally, the Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card is running an 85,000 points bonus offer:
- 75,000 points when you spend $5,000 in the first 3 months, and
- 10,000 points when you make a purchase between months 14 to 17.
It’s very similar to the Marriott Bonvoy American Express Card. It has the same benefits (including the annual free night), but offers 3 points per $1 spent on gas, dining, and travel, for a slightly higher annual fee of $150.
Will you take up Amex on their new offers?
Amex has a slew of new offers, whether you want a personal or a business card.
Do any of these offers appeal to you?
Let us know in the comments below.
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