From now until the 28th August 2019, AMEX are offering up to 150,000 ascent premium points for new, referred members. The sign up bonus points are structured that for every month you spend $1,500 or more you receive 50,000 points for the first 3 months. You can use this link to apply for this deal get those bonus points.
The AMEX platinum card is a premium card with plenty of benefits and an annual fee to match – $1,450. We are currently working on a full guide of the benefits and features of the AMEX platinum charge card and will update this post when released.
What can you do with 150,000 AMEX ascent premium points?
Ascent premium points are extremely flexible and can be transferred to many airline and hotel rewards programs. So if you find a good redemption in another rewards program you can transfer your ascent premium points and redeem that deal. Unfortunately, most transfers are done at a 2:1 ratio due to recent changes in April 2019.
The program’s partners include:
- Air New Zealand Airpoints
- Asia Miles (Cathay Pacific)
- Emirates Skywards
- Etihad Guest
- Malaysia Airlines Enrich
- Qantas Frequent Flyer
- Singapore Airlines Krisflyer
- Thai Airways Royal Orchid Plus
- Velocity Frequent Flyer
- Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
- Hilton Honours
- Mariott Bonvoy
What do you think about the AMEX platinum charge card and the ascent premium program? Like it or dislike it? I am reserving judgement as I haven’t used it for long enough to make a decision. Let us know in the comments below.