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Biz Bahrain
15-05-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
American Express Middle East Celebrates 30 Years of The Platinum Card® with New Exclusive Benefits
American Express Middle East is celebrating the 30th anniversary of The Platinum Card® in the region unveiling exclusive benefits designed to align with the evolving aspirations of its Card Members. To celebrate this milestone, Platinum Card Members are invited to enjoy two exclusive benefits until December 31, 2025 — a new dining experience and an enhanced retail offer, providing even greater value: • Platinum Card Members can enjoy up to US $200 dining credit per year at more than 300 restaurants across the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and Kuwait. • Platinum Card Members with a passion for fashion can now enjoy a US$ 200 statement credit per year at Net-A-Porter and Mr. Porter— double the previous value of US$ 100). All new Platinum Card Members who successfully apply for and receive their Card in 2025 will also enjoy a welcome offer of a statement credit of up to US$ 250 and a bonus of up to 50,000 Membership Rewards® points . 'For 30 years, The Platinum Card has set the bar for premium cards in the Middle East,' said Mazin Khoury, CEO at American Express Middle East & North Africa. 'We're marking this milestone by introducing exclusive Card benefits across dining and retail, designed to enhance the lifestyle of Platinum Card Members and connecting them to what they love.' Three Decades of Defining Premium Experiences While the new benefits celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Platinum Card®, its legacy in the Middle East over the past three decades remains defined by a suite of existing premium privileges. These benefits reaffirm ThePlatinum Card's commitment to delivering convenience and extraordinary experiences for Card Members. • Complimentary Airport Lounge Access: Eligible Card Members can access over 1,400 airport lounges worldwide through the American Express Global Lounge Collection. • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Offers up to US$ 1 million in travel insurance coverage. • 24/7 Concierge Service: Dedicated concierge service available 24/7 to assist with travel planning, reservations, and more. • Fine Hotels + Resorts Program: Exclusive benefits in 1,600 properties worldwide such as daily breakfast for two, room upgrade upon arrival when available, $100 credit towards eligible charges (which vary by property), guaranteed 4pm late checkout, and noon check-in when available. • Membership Rewards Program: Points never expire and can be redeemed across a wide range of partners. Points can also be used toward eligible purchase made on the Card and can be used for redemption at any time. Discover the exclusive benefits of the American Express Platinum Card: Terms and Conditions apply
Zawya
14-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
American Express Middle East celebrates 30 years of the Platinum Card with new exclusive benefits
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – American Express Middle East is celebrating the 30th anniversary of The Platinum Card® in the region unveiling exclusive benefits designed to align with the evolving aspirations of its Card Members. To celebrate this milestone, Platinum Card Members are invited to enjoy two exclusive benefits until December 31, 2025 — a new dining experience and an enhanced retail offer, providing even greater value: Platinum Card Members can enjoy up to US $200 dining credit per year at more than 300 restaurants across the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and Kuwait. Platinum Card Members with a passion for fashion can now enjoy a US$ 200 statement credit per year at Net-A-Porter and Mr. Porter— double the previous value of US$ 100). All new Platinum Card Members who successfully apply for and receive their Card in 2025 will also enjoy a welcome offer of a statement credit of up to US$ 250 and a bonus of up to 50,000 Membership Rewards® points[1]. "For 30 years, The Platinum Card has set the bar for premium cards in the Middle East," said Mazin Khoury, CEO at American Express Middle East & North Africa. "We're marking this milestone by introducing exclusive Card benefits across dining and retail, designed to enhance the lifestyle of Platinum Card Members and connecting them to what they love." Three Decades of Defining Premium Experiences While the new benefits celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Platinum Card®, its legacy in the Middle East over the past three decades remains defined by a suite of existing premium privileges. These benefits reaffirm ThePlatinum Card's commitment to delivering convenience and extraordinary experiences for Card Members. Complimentary Airport Lounge Access: Eligible Card Members can access over 1,400 airport lounges worldwide through the American Express Global Lounge Collection. Eligible Card Members can access over 1,400 airport lounges worldwide through the American Express Global Lounge Collection. Comprehensive Insurance Coverage : Offers up to US$ 1 million in travel insurance coverage. : Offers up to US$ 1 million in travel insurance coverage. 24/7 Concierge Service : Dedicated concierge service available 24/7 to assist with travel planning, reservations, and more. : Dedicated concierge service available 24/7 to assist with travel planning, reservations, and more. Fine Hotels + Resorts Program: Exclusive benefits in 1,600 properties worldwide such as daily breakfast for two, room upgrade upon arrival when available, $100 credit towards eligible charges (which vary by property), guaranteed 4pm late checkout, and noon check-in when available. Exclusive benefits in 1,600 properties worldwide such as daily breakfast for two, room upgrade upon arrival when available, $100 credit towards eligible charges (which vary by property), guaranteed 4pm late checkout, and noon check-in when available. Membership Rewards Program: Points never expire and can be redeemed across a wide range of partners. Points can also be used toward eligible purchase made on the Card and can be used for redemption at any time. Discover the exclusive benefits of the American Express Platinum Card: Terms and Conditions apply. About American Express Middle East American Express began operations in the MENA region in 1959 and set up its first office in Bahrain in 1977. In 1992, AEME was established in Bahrain as a joint venture company owned by American Express and Mawarid Investment Limited. Today, AEME provides consumer card, corporate and merchant payment solutions across MENA, providing customers with access to products, insights and experiences that enrich lives and build business. Learn more at download Amex MENA app or connect with us on and [1] Terms and Conditions apply
Qatar Tribune
07-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
QIB offers big bonus Avios on Qatar Airways cards
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Islamic Bank has announced an exclusive new offer of up to 60,000 bonus Avios with QIB Qatar Airways Co-branded Visa Signature and Platinum Cards, in collaboration with Qatar Airways Privilege Club and Visa, reaffirming its commitment to providing innovative and empowering financial solutions. The limited-time offer will be valid between 1 May and 30 June, 2025 and will benefit new customers of QIB as well as existing customers without credit cards. New QIB customers who transfer their salary to QIB and get a new QIB Qatar Airways Co-branded Visa Signature or Platinum Card will collect 60,000 bonus Avios or 30,000 bonus Avios respectively on the first transaction with their card. Existing QIB customers who get a new QIB Qatar Airways Co-branded Visa Signature or Platinum Card will collect 30,000 bonus Avios or 15,000 bonus Avios respectively on the first transaction with their card. The minimum salary requirement to qualify for this campaign is QAR 10,000 and further details of the offer are available on Commenting on the launch of the campaign D. Anand, QIB's General Manager – Personal Banking Group, said: 'We are pleased to collaborate with Qatar Airways Privilege Club and Visa to introduce this exclusive offer to our customers. At QIB, we continuously strive to offer tailored financial solutions that are rewarding and provide meaningful benefits. This campaign is another step in our commitment to presenting seamless and rewarding banking experience, ensuring our customers achieve more value through their financial transactions.' Guittard, Senior Vice President Business-to-Customer at Qatar Airways, said: 'We are excited to launch this exclusive new campaign in partnership with QIB and Visa. This limited-time offer provides our members in Qatar with the opportunity to collect substantial bonus Avios with new QIB Qatar Airways Co-branded Cards, which they can enjoy spending on travel and lifestyle rewards of their choice by conveniently accessing the Qatar Airways app. It also highlights our dedication at Qatar Airways Privilege Club to provide unparalleled value for our members by delivering exceptional experiences and exclusive opportunities to make their engagement with us more rewarding.' Shashank Singh, Visa's VP and General Manager for Qatar and Kuwait, said: 'We are delighted to collaborate with QIB and Qatar Airways Privilege Club to launch this exclusive campaign. At Visa, we strive to provide our cardholders with unique, seamless and rewarding payment experiences, all backed by our best-in-class security technology and global acceptance at our 150 million merchant partners worldwide. This campaign is a testament to that commitment, and we are pleased to see QIB and Qatar Airways Privilege Club's efforts to reward their customers. We fully support our longstanding partners in extending the benefits of digital commerce to more consumers in Qatar and contributing to the government's cashless agenda.' Through this campaign, QIB reaffirms its position as a leader in customer-centric banking, providing exclusive benefits that align with the evolving needs of its customers. By integrating financial expertise with the Qatar Airways Privilege Club partnership, the bank continues to elevate its offerings, creating value-driven solutions that support both lifestyle and financial aspirations. With over 300 features and a refined user experience, the QIB Mobile App has become the preferred banking channel for most customers, offering a comprehensive and user-friendly platform for all their banking needs. The App offers customers the ability to have full control of their accounts, cards, and transactions and to fulfil all their banking requirements remotely. In addition, QIB customers can open a new account, apply for personal financing, a Credit Card, or open additional accounts instantly via the QIB Mobile App. Available on the App Store, Google Play, and Huawei AppGallery, customers can download the QIB Mobile App and easily self-register using their active Debit Card information.
Daily Mail
24-04-2025
- Daily Mail
Travellers discover little-known $36 lounge with unlimited drinks and food buffet at Sydney International Airport - and it's open to EVERY airline
Flying economy just got a first-class glow-up - and Aussie travellers are going wild for it. A little-known travel hack is doing the rounds TikTok, and it's all about scoring airport luxury without the hefty price tag. We're talking comfy lounges, unlimited drinks, all-you-can-eat food buffets, showers, and even a cheeky pre-flight vino… all for as little as $36. 'Noooo I've been gatekeeping this for a while... the house is goated,' commented one TikTok user of the little-known perk available to travellers. 'I've been gatekeeping this for ages, always an affordable way to calm my nerves before a flight,' another wrote. The Priority Pass lounge program might just upgrade your travel-game forevermore with it's 'secret' VIP card turning even the most budget flight into a bougie experience. So how does it work? Priority Pass is a global airport lounge membership program that gives travellers access to over 1000 lounges worldwide - including hidden gems right here in Australia, like The House lounge at Sydney International Airport. The best part, and what TikTokers are raving about, is that you don't need to be flying business or first class as the program is available to anyone - regardless of what airline you fly or how cheap your ticket was. A programme like this is aimed at travellers who fly on a range of airlines, primarily in Economy or Premium Economy and are not (or can't be) loyal to a particular alliance. 'Memberships can be purchased but do also come included with certain high-end credit cards such as the American Express Platinum Card,' said Brandon Loo of Points Hacks Australia. 'There are different membership options available: the most expensive options include unlimited yearly visits, while the cheapest one is merely access to the Priority Pass network, with each visit being chargeable at US$35 a pop. 'But not only does your membership unlock lounges - it can also be used for access to certain specialty locations, such as spas.' If you are travelling from Australia, most Priority Pass facilities (and all three lounges in NZ) are located in international terminals, and some eateries, as well as the Rex Lounges, are located in domestic terminals. For selected airport eateries (there are six in Sydney, two in Perth, eight in Melbourne, three in Canberra, five in Brisbane, and two in the Gold Coast) eligible membership holders can simply show up at the eatery with their card and boarding pass. 'The restaurant will swipe your card, and you will receive A$36 per person for food and drinks,' said Brandon. If you feel like you've been living under a rock, the 'secret' Priority Pass lounge program might just upgrade your travel-game forever - as seen on one viral TikTok video from @claudiacasaceli 'Each $36 credit is charged as a visit to your Priority Pass card. For example, if you and a guest turn up at the eatery, you could get a combined $72 credit to spend.' Some premium credit cards and travel-friendly debit cards offer free Priority Pass memberships as a perk, so if you currently have an AMEX Platinum, ANZ Rewards Black or Citi Prestige, it might be worth double checking first. 'Unlimited access is the way to go, especially if eateries are included,' said Brandon, who added that it's probably not worth paying for a Priority Pass membership unless you often travel internationally. 'But if you have it included with a credit card, it's good to know where you can use it domestically and overseas. 'One neat thing about the unlimited access with the Amex Platinum Card and Citi Prestige Mastercard is that in an airport with multiple lounges, you can just walk out of a lounge if you don't like it and find another.' Not all lounges are created equal, so Brandon recommended researching lounges before you visit using TripAdvisor or Google to guarantee the best deal. For even more money-saving tips, Aussie travellers can now earn points on their way to the airport. Riders can link their Uber and Qantas Frequent Flyer accounts in the Uber app and rack up points by booking trips to and from the airport on their next getaway. One point for every $2 spent can be earned when taking Uber journeys to and from 21 eligible airports around the country. Uber users who book a Reserve trip up to 90 days before their journey earn one Qantas Point for every $1 spent to or from the eligible airports. Those who don't have an Uber account can sign up and link their Qantas Frequent Flyer to earn 1,000 points. Frequent flyer expert and blogger Adele Eliseo behind The Champagne Mile said millions of Qantas points go unclaimed because many don't realise they can link their accounts. 'Qantas Points have the power to unlock incredible travel redemptions, so it's sad to hear that so many Aussies are missing out!' she said. 'The good news is that in the space of a minute, Aussies can set themselves up to earn points whilst also getting in with the chance of winning one million Qantas Points with one simple hack.'
Hindustan Times
23-04-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Traveling soon? This Amex Platinum card glitch could cause trouble
The American Express Platinum Card is often seen as the crown jewel of travel rewards cards. With a hefty $695 annual fee, it's packed with benefits that can easily offset the cost with complimentary Hilton Honors Gold status. But recently, something unusual happened as some cardholders noticed that the Hilton benefit had suddenly disappeared. American Express offers several versions of its Platinum Card: the standard version, the Morgan Stanley Platinum Card, and the Charles Schwab Platinum Card. Now, a glitch appears to have specifically affected holders of the Schwab version, causing the Hilton Honours Gold status benefit to vanish from the benefits page—and worse, downgrading users' Hilton Honours accounts from Gold to basic Member status without notice. ALSO READ| Amex revamps Delta SkyMiles card: Check out new benefits, rewards and more The glitch came to light when users began spotting the missing benefit while reviewing their card perks online. Despite Marriott Bonvoy Gold status still appearing as expected, the Hilton perk was simply gone. Hilton confirmed the downgrade, leaving many confused and frustrated, especially those with upcoming Hilton hotel stays. Mark Ostermann from Travel on Point clarified that the situation only affected Charles Schwab Platinum cardholders. Travel Update reported, 'There was a tech glitch which was causing the Hilton Honours Gold Status feature to disappear from the benefits section.' The report also noted that impacted accounts had been automatically unenrolled from Hilton Gold status and explained if another request was submitted to re-enrol the account for Hilton Honors Gold status. Before the request was submitted, the Hilton Honors account number and the email address on file were confirmed. ALSO READ| Amex sees 20% rise in corporate card users For now, American Express has not issued an official statement on the glitch. Platinum cardholders, especially the ones who are on the Charles Schwab version, are strongly encouraged to log in and check whether their Hilton Gold status is still active.
