As Spring has rolled in, American Express has taken the opportunity to refresh its welcome offers for two of its most popular credit cards.

American Express Platinum

The American Express Platinum card has had some changes to its bonus structure, now offering 80,000 MR points (or 90,000 with a referral) when you spend $7,500 within the first three months. Although this offer is not as compelling as the one we saw last summer, it’s still worth considering if you need more points for an upcoming trip.

The Platinum card’s primary appeal lies in its premium travel benefits, including a $200 annual travel credit, unlimited airport lounge access, and instant elite status levels in Marriott Bonvoy (Gold Elite), Hilton Honors (Gold Elite), and Radisson Rewards (Gold Elite). Additionally, cardholders enjoy exclusive access to events, personalized travel services, and round-the-clock concierge assistance.

For more information on the Platinum card’s features and benefits, check out our comprehensive article on the subject. If you’re interested in applying, it’s a great resource to help you make an informed decision.

American Express Gold

The American Express Gold Rewards Card is now featuring a welcome bonus of up to 70,000 MR points. You will earn 10,000 MR points by spending $4,000 within the first three months and an additional 5,000 MR points by spending $1,000 in each of the first 12 months (totaling 60,000 MR points).

Moreover, the Gold Rewards Card offers a $100 annual travel credit, 2x MR points on travel purchases, and 4x MR points on dining purchases. At a reasonable $250 annual fee, this card is ideal for those who want to earn MR points efficiently while enjoying significant travel and dining benefits, including four passes to Plaza Premium Lounges across Canada.

Conclusion

In conclusion, American Express has introduced new welcome bonuses that are higher than what was offered in the past few months but not as attractive as the best bonuses offered in the previous year.

If you have been waiting for a more attractive welcome bonus, now is the time to take advantage of these offers, provided that you can meet the minimum spending requirements. Doing so will unlock significant value towards your next trip, potentially worth hundreds of dollars.