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Save Big on Hotels, Cruises and Ground Transportation in February Using Amex Offers

Feb. 02, 2017
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Save Big on Hotels, Cruises and Ground Transportation in February Using Amex Offers
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Amex Offers are opt-in, limited-time and generally targeted deals for American Express cardholders. If you’ve ever looked through the list of Amex Offers, you know how overwhelming it can be. Digging through all of the discounts and other mediocre deals to find the ones actually worth considering is a daunting task.

We’ll continue to post separately about excellent Amex Offers like $50 back when spending $250+ at Hilton, $60 back when spending $200+ at Hyatt and 20,000 Membership Rewards points for spending $1,000 with ANA. However, we’re here today with a round-up of the top travel-related Amex Offers currently available.

HOTELS

Save $35 off your next stay at Hilton's Hampton or Garden Inn. Image courtesy of Hilton Garden Inn Chicago O'Hare Airport.

Hampton by Hilton & Hilton Garden Inn — Spend $175 or more, get $35 back

  • Expires: March 17
  • Number of purchases: Unclear. Recommend making one purchase of $175+ to take advantage of this offer.
  • Current availability: Hit or miss. Note that "Corporate Cards are not eligible for this offer."
  • Other restrictions: Reservations for Hampton by Hilton must be made online at hampton.com, via the Honors App or by calling 1-800-445-8667. Reservations for Hilton Garden Inn must be made online at hiltongardeninn.com, via the Honors App or by calling 1-877-782-9444. Offer only valid at Hampton by Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn in the US & US Territories. Excludes other brands. Offer does not apply to advance purchase rates, including Advance Purchase, Save Now & Pay and non-refundable rates. Excludes gift card purchases.

Hilton Hotels & Resorts+Curio Collection — Spend $250+, get 3,500 Membership Rewards Points

  • Value of offer: Based TPG’s valuations, the bonus of 3,500 Membership Rewards points is worth about $67.
  • Expires: April 15
  • Number of purchases: Unclear. Recommend making one purchase of $250+ to take advantage of this offer.
  • Current availability: Common. Note that "Corporate Cards are not eligible for this offer."
  • Other restrictions: Offer only valid on room rate and room charges. Offer not valid for lodging stays that are paid for before the promotion start date or after the promotion end date. Reservations for Hilton Hotels & Resorts must be made online, via the Hilton Honors App or by calling 1-800-445-8667. Reservations for Curio – A Collection by Hilton must be made online, via the Hilton Honors App or by calling 1-844-442-8746. Offer only valid at Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Curio – A Collection by Hilton in the US and US territories. Excludes other brands. Excludes gift card purchases. Offer does not apply to advance purchase rates, including Advance Purchase, Save Now & Pay and non-refundable rates.
Stack a Hilton gift card deal with a stay at a Hilton in Hawaii for extra savings. Image courtesy of Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki.

Hilton Gift Card — Spend $75 or more, get $5 back

  • Expires: April 30
  • Number of purchases: Multiple purchases will count toward the $75 spending requirement.
  • Current availability: Common
  • Other restrictions: Must be purchased direct from www.americanexpress.com/hiltongiftcard. The Hilton Gift Card may be used only at Hilton Hotels and properties worldwide that accept American Express Cards. Funds do not expire.
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Hilton brands in Hawaii — Spend $1,000 or more, get $200 back

  • Expires: June 30
  • Number of purchases: Unclear. Recommend making one purchase of $1,000+ to take advantage of this offer.
  • Current availability: Rare
  • Other restrictions: Valid at Hilton brands in the state of Hawaii. Reservations must be made online at hilton.com, via the Hilton Honors App or by calling 1-800-445-8667. Offer does not apply to advance purchase rates, including Advance Purchase, Save Now & Pay and non-refundable rates. Excludes gift card purchases.
Save $10 off a purchase of $50 of Hotels.com gift cards.

Hotels.com Gift Card — Spend $50 or more, get $10 back

  • Expires: February 28
  • Number of purchases: Multiple purchases will count toward the $50 spending requirement.
  • Current availability: Common
  • Other restrictions: Offer valid only for gift card purchases at www.hotels.com/giftcards. Excludes all other purchases. Valid only on US website.

HotelStorm — Spend $200 or more, get $50 back

  • Expires: March 12
  • Number of purchases: Single purchase
  • Current availability: Rare
  • Other restrictions: Valid online only at www.hotelstorm.com/amex or by phone.
If you were able to snag the Marriott Amex Offer, make sure to use it before the end of the month for a great stay - like at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis. Image courtesy of the hotel.

Marriott — Spend $200+, get 3,000 Membership Rewards Points

  • Value of offer: Based on TPG’s valuations, the bonus of 3,000 Membership Rewards points is worth $57.
  • Expires: February 28
  • Number of purchases: Must spend $200 or more to earn the bonus. Bonus can be earned twice.
  • Current availability: Seems maxed out. Make sure to use this promotion soon if you've already claimed it.
  • Other restrictions: Offer valid only at participating Marriott brands in the US and US territories. Offer only valid on room rate and room charges. Offer not valid for stays that are paid for before or after the promotion start and end dates. Reservations must be made online at Marriott.com, by using the Marriott Mobile App or via phone to Marriott Worldwide Reservations, 1-888-236-2427. Excludes Ritz-Carlton hotels.

Omni Hotels & Resorts — Spend $300 or more, get $60 back

  • Expires: February 28
  • Number of purchases: Unclear. Recommend making one purchase of $300+ to take advantage of this offer.
  • Current availability: Seems maxed out. Make sure to use this promotion soon if you've already claimed it.
  • Other restrictions: Offer only valid at Omni Hotels & Resorts in the US. Reservations must be made online at omnihotels.com, via the Omni Hotels mobile app or by calling 1-800-843-6664. Excludes all other Global Hotel Alliance brands. Excludes Omni Store purchases. Offer only valid on room rate and room charges. Offer not valid for stays that are paid for before or after the promotion start and end dates. Excludes gift card purchases.

Waldorf Astoria & Conrad — Spend $350 or more & get $70 back

  • Expires: March 31, 2017
  • Number of purchases: Unclear. Recommend making one purchase of $350+ to take advantage of this offer.
  • Current availability: Seems maxed out. Make sure to use this promotion soon if you've already claimed it.
  • Other restrictions: Valid only at Waldorf Astoria and Conrad properties in the US and Puerto Rico. Must book directly with Waldorf Astoria or Conrad.

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Use the GroundLink Amex Offer to save on your next on-demand limo.

GroundLink.com On Time Car+Limo Service — Spend $150 or more, get $50 back

  • Expires: February 4
  • Number of purchases: Multiple purchases count toward the $150 spending requirement.
  • Current availability: Rare
  • Other restrictions: Per the T&C, “Valid online only. If you order an item during the offer period but it is not sent until after 2/4/2017, it may not count towards determining whether the purchase qualifies for the offer.”

Luxor Limo Car Service — Spend $100 or more, get $20 back

  • Expires: April 20
  • Number of purchases: Multiple purchases count toward the $100 spending requirement.
  • Current availability: Rare
  • Other restrictions: Valid online only. If you order an item during the offer period but it is not sent until after 4/20/2017, it may not count toward determining whether the purchase qualifies for the offer.

CRUISES

Miles from the Capital One Venture Rewards Card can be redeemed for cruises and other travel expenses.
Just two cruise offers are available this month. Image courtesy of Shutterstock.

Carnival, Holland America, Princess, Seabourn or Cunard — Spend $500 or more, get $100 back

  • Offer: The offer is for “World’s Leading Cruise Lines,” but the terms list the specific brands above.
  • Expires: April 14, 2017
  • Number of purchases: Unclear. Recommend making one purchase of $500+ to take advantage of this offer.
  • Current availability: Hit or miss
  • Other restrictions: Must book directly on the cruise line’s website or US toll free phone number. Excludes onboard purchases, transfers and transportation to the ship, gift and services. Excludes the following if not booked at time of reservation: airfare booked through cruise line, excursions, prepaid food/beverage programs, prepaid gratuities, prepaid Wi-Fi packages, spa packages, photo & video packages, onboard celebrations, luggage valet services, travel insurance, vacation protection, motorcoach program, charters, meetings and incentive bookings.

Did you get any other travel-related offers that aren't listed above?

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TPG Editor‘s Rating
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Rewards

1 - 4X points

Intro offer

As High As 100,000 points. Find Out Your Offer.

Annual Fee

$325

Recommended Credit

Excellent to Good

Why We Chose It

There’s a lot to love about the Amex Gold. It’s a fan favorite thanks to its fantastic bonus-earning rates at restaurants worldwide and at U.S. supermarkets. If you’re hitting the skies soon, you’ll also earn bonus Membership Rewards points on travel. Paired with up to $120 in Uber Cash annually (for U.S. Uber rides or Uber Eats orders, card must be added to Uber app and you can redeem with any Amex card), up to $120 in annual dining statement credits to be used with eligible partners, an up to $84 Dunkin’ credit each year at U.S. Dunkin Donuts and an up to $100 Resy credit annually, there’s no reason that foodies shouldn’t add the Amex Gold to their wallet. These benefits alone are worth more than $400, which offsets the $325 annual fee on the Amex Gold card. Enrollment is required for select benefits. (Partner offer)

Pros

  • 4 points per dollar spent on dining at restaurants worldwide and U.S. supermarkets (on the first $50,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1 point per dollar spent thereafter and $25,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1 point per dollar spent thereafter, respectively)
  • 3 points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with the airline or with amextravel.com
  • Packed with credits foodies will enjoy
  • Solid welcome bonus

Cons

  • Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
  • Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
  • You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $6,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
  • Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
  • Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
  • Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with airlines or on AmexTravel.com.
  • Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on prepaid hotels and other eligible purchases booked on AmexTravel.com.
  • Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
  • $120 Uber Cash on Gold: Add your Gold Card to your Uber account and get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an American Express Card for your transaction. That’s up to $120 Uber Cash annually. Plus, after using your Uber Cash, use your Card to earn 4X Membership Rewards® points for Uber Eats purchases made with restaurants or U.S. supermarkets. Point caps and terms apply.
  • $84 Dunkin' Credit: With the $84 Dunkin' Credit, you can earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you enroll and pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin' locations. Enrollment is required to receive this benefit.
  • $100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card to dine at U.S. Resy restaurants or make other eligible Resy purchases. That's up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
  • $120 Dining Credit: Satisfy your cravings, sweet or savory, with the $120 Dining Credit. Earn up to $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, and Five Guys. Enrollment required.
  • Explore over 1,000 upscale hotels worldwide with The Hotel Collection and receive a $100 credit towards eligible charges* with every booking of two nights or more through AmexTravel.com. *Eligible charges vary by property.
  • No Foreign Transaction Fees.
  • Annual Fee is $325.
  • Terms Apply.
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Rewards Rate

4XEarn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
4XEarn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
3XEarn 3X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with airlines or on AmexTravel.com.
2XEarn 2X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on prepaid hotels and other eligible purchases booked on AmexTravel.com.
1XEarn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.

  • Intro Offer

    As High As 100,000 points. Find Out Your Offer.

  • Annual Fee

    $325

  • Recommended Credit

    Excellent to Good

Why We Chose It

There’s a lot to love about the Amex Gold. It’s a fan favorite thanks to its fantastic bonus-earning rates at restaurants worldwide and at U.S. supermarkets. If you’re hitting the skies soon, you’ll also earn bonus Membership Rewards points on travel. Paired with up to $120 in Uber Cash annually (for U.S. Uber rides or Uber Eats orders, card must be added to Uber app and you can redeem with any Amex card), up to $120 in annual dining statement credits to be used with eligible partners, an up to $84 Dunkin’ credit each year at U.S. Dunkin Donuts and an up to $100 Resy credit annually, there’s no reason that foodies shouldn’t add the Amex Gold to their wallet. These benefits alone are worth more than $400, which offsets the $325 annual fee on the Amex Gold card. Enrollment is required for select benefits. (Partner offer)

Pros

  • 4 points per dollar spent on dining at restaurants worldwide and U.S. supermarkets (on the first $50,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1 point per dollar spent thereafter and $25,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1 point per dollar spent thereafter, respectively)
  • 3 points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with the airline or with amextravel.com
  • Packed with credits foodies will enjoy
  • Solid welcome bonus

Cons

  • Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
  • Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
  • You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $6,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
  • Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
  • Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
  • Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with airlines or on AmexTravel.com.
  • Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on prepaid hotels and other eligible purchases booked on AmexTravel.com.
  • Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
  • $120 Uber Cash on Gold: Add your Gold Card to your Uber account and get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an American Express Card for your transaction. That’s up to $120 Uber Cash annually. Plus, after using your Uber Cash, use your Card to earn 4X Membership Rewards® points for Uber Eats purchases made with restaurants or U.S. supermarkets. Point caps and terms apply.
  • $84 Dunkin' Credit: With the $84 Dunkin' Credit, you can earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you enroll and pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin' locations. Enrollment is required to receive this benefit.
  • $100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card to dine at U.S. Resy restaurants or make other eligible Resy purchases. That's up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
  • $120 Dining Credit: Satisfy your cravings, sweet or savory, with the $120 Dining Credit. Earn up to $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, and Five Guys. Enrollment required.
  • Explore over 1,000 upscale hotels worldwide with The Hotel Collection and receive a $100 credit towards eligible charges* with every booking of two nights or more through AmexTravel.com. *Eligible charges vary by property.
  • No Foreign Transaction Fees.
  • Annual Fee is $325.
  • Terms Apply.