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July 28, 2023

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Unveiling the updates

by Andrew Kunesh, Senior Reporter, Cards & Loyalty

The Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard® is undergoing changes, including new statement credits and improved miles- and Loyalty Points-earning opportunities. And if you’re a prospective cardholder, you can earn 100,000 American Airlines miles (worth $1,770 at TPG’s valuation) after you spend $10,000 on purchases within the first three months of card membership. The card also comes with an Admirals Club membership.

But it’s coming at the cost of higher annual fees:

Annual fee for the primary cardholder: Increases from $450 to $595 (a $145 increase).
Annual fee for authorized users: Previously free for up to 10 cardholders, it will be $175 for the first three and $175 apiece afterward.

If you’re wondering if it’s worth renewing your card, you’re not alone.

Although the card’s changes remain the subject of fierce debate in TPG’s offices, in my opinion, the best change to the card is the ability to earn a bonus of 10,000 Loyalty Points after reaching 50,000 Loyalty Points in a status qualification year. You can then earn another bonus of 10,000 Loyalty Points after reaching 90,000 Loyalty Points in the same status qualification year. That can make it much easier to qualify for American Airlines status.

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Today’s top stories

Qatar Airways Privilege Club added as newest American Express transfer partner

You now have a new way to use your American Express Membership Rewards points, as they can be transferred to Qatar Airways Privilege Club.

How Disney renovated more than 22,000 hotel rooms in 5 years

Renovating a hotel, or even an entire portfolio of hotels, can be a straightforward project from conception to completion, or it could be like those at Walt Disney World.

Gatwick Airport strikes in July and August called off

The ground handler strikes scheduled for this weekend and early August at London Gatwick Airport (LGW) have been called off.

Bilt Rent Day is back Aug. 1 with a status-based transfer bonus, Rent Free game show and more

Bilt Rewards Rent Day is back Aug. 1 with a status-based transfer bonus to Virgin Red, trivia for bonus points, the chance to earn double points and more.

With this Marriott Bonvoy promotion, you can earn 10,000 bonus Marriott points when you enroll and then spend $7,000 on a cobranded card by Sept. 30.

The latest

1.	Disney Cruise Line vs. Carnival: Which family-friendly cruise line should you choose?

2.	Go here, not there: Where to take the best photos in Paris

3.	Summer deals still available: Business class to Europe for 55,000 miles each way

4.	American Airlines adds 2 new destinations to its route map

5.	DOT requires airlines to make lavatories more accessible

6.	12 hotels with the best lazy rivers to beat the heat and float away

7.	United will add Braille signage throughout its aircraft, an accessibility first

8.	The Paris Olympics begin 1 year from today: Here’s everything you need to know to plan the perfect trip

9.	Now live: Alaska adds exciting new airline partner — Starlux — with fantastic redemption rates

10.	Radisson Rewards Americas is now fully integrated into Choice Privileges, including award bookings: Here’s what you need to know

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