5 Unique Rewards for Amex Members

Last year American Express was named the customer favorite out of all the credit card companies. This year a study was done by J.D. Power and Associates and Amex came out on top for the forth year in a row. One of the reasons they were voted the favorite was because of their rewards programs. Amex offers solid rewards programs and some unique experience for their customers. If you carry either the American Express® Gold Card or the Platinum Card(R) from American Express then your in for a treat because card members get the option to take advantage of some really unique rewards.

• Tandem Skydiving
  If your up for skydiving then your going to love this offer from American Express. If you are a card member and a member of the Membership Rewards program, you have the option to your points for a tandem skydiving experience. The reward is offered through the company Xperience Days and you need 15,000 points to take advantage of the offer. The offers is available with both the American Express (R) Preferred Rewards Gold Card and the Platinum Card(R) from American Express.
• Broadway Tickets
  If you want to experience any Broadway or Off-Broadway show in New York City, Boston, Philadelphia or Washington, D.C. then you just need to cash in 7,000 points. The offer is available by making arrangement through telecharge.com. Card members who card either the American Express (R) Preferred Rewards Gold Card or the Platinum Card(R) from American Express have the option to choose Broadway tickets as their reward.
• Hot Air Balloon Ride
  If your up for a hot air balloon ride you can do so for 16,000 points. The adventure is available through XperienceDays.com. You have to be a card member of either the American Express (R) Preferred Rewards Gold Card or the American Express (R) Preferred Rewards Gold Card. You also have to be enrolled in the Amex Membership Reward program in order to qualify.
• Star on Broadway
  American Express cardholders can choose to redeem their points to experience Broadway with their Membership Rewards points. It will cost you 90,000 points (per couple). This special Broadway outing also includes dinner and brunch. If you have the additional points, you could even add a limousine to travel in. Both the American Express (R) Preferred Rewards Gold Card and the Platinum Card(R) from American Express offer this reward as long as you are a member of the Membership Rewards program.
• Virgin Atlantic Airways Miles Bonus
  This offer is for a a limited time only and it is available to American Express cardholders who are part of the Membership Rewards program. With this reward you can transfer your rewards points to a Virgin Flying Club account with Virgin Atlantic Airways and receive a 15% bonus. The offers is valid for cardholders who use the American Express (R) Preferred Rewards Gold Card or the Platinum Card(R) from American Express and you must be enrolled in the Membership Rewards program.

Amex Rewards Cards

American Express® Gold Card
	Exclusive access to Gold Card Events - select concerts, shows, major sporting events, and more. Purchase Protection* can protect eligible items for up to 90 days from the date of purchase if stolen or accidentally damaged. *Underwritten by AMEX Assurance Company Redeem Membership Rewards® points for an exclusive array of travel, shopping, dining and entertainment rewards. Introductory annual fee of $0 for the first year, then $125. Get a decision in as little as 60 seconds.
Intro APR Intro APR Period Regular APR Annual Fee Balance Transfer Credit Needed N/A* N/A* N/A* $0.00 1 year, then $125.00* Yes Excellent Credit*

The Platinum Card® from American Express
	25,000 Membership Rewards® points when you spend $2,000 during your first three months of Card membership Global Travel Benefits: Access over 600 lounges worldwide with Priority Pass™ Select, no foreign transaction fees, skip U.S. customs lines with Global Entry. Enroll and select an airline to receive up to $200 annually in statement credits for incidental fees such as checked bags, in-flight refreshments, and change fees.* Receive a companion ticket for discounted travel when you purchase a qualifying First- or Business-Class international ticket. Additional charges/taxes apply. 24/7 Platinum Card® Concierge service for assistance with reservations, travel, gifts, and more Fine Hotels & Resorts Program: exclusive upgrades and amenities at over 700 boutique, resort, and luxury hotels worldwide Use Membership Rewards Pay with Points for part or all of your travel and get 20% of those points back every time.
Intro APR Intro APR Period Regular APR Annual Fee Balance Transfer Credit Needed N/A* N/A* N/A* $450.00* Yes Excellent Credit*