|
Archive: AA Citibank Executive / AAdvantage World Elite MasterCard (& MM poll)
Has anyone had any experience with what looks like a new offering from Citibank/AAdvantage, this Citi Executive World Elite MC?
It's a $450/yr annual fee, but positions it basically against the Continental Presidents from Chase and Amex Plat in terms of concierge, services. The difference is that it looks like it includes free access to Admirals Club only and has a 10kEQM bonus based on a $40k annual spend. Is this worth it for someone who routinely racks up enough miles to get AA Plat status every year? I currently use the AmexPlat for Admirals Club access, but this could make it worth it to switch since I would get AA miles. MODERATORS' NOTE ------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE NOTE: THE CURRENT ACTIVE THREAD IS: AA Citibank Executive / AAdvantage World Elite MasterCard (Master Thread) https://www.citicards.com/cards/acq/...d_Elite_lg.jpg • Note from AmericanAirlines confirming this new card: Link to post, also copied below Note added later: the card now comes with am EMV chip (it is actually "Chip and Signature", not Chip and PIN, as the PIN you have is only for cash advances from a cash machine / ATM). • Clarification from AmericanAirlines re: waiver for CitiGold members and Admirals Club membership: Link to post • Information obtained by JDiver on access to Admirals Clubs and other reciprocal access lounges using the card: Link to post
Originally Posted by AmericanAirlines
(Post 16748060)
Good morning FlyerTalk friends!
We see you got an early jump on our exciting announcement! Today we’re officially releasing the brand new Citi Executive / AAdvantage World Elite MasterCard. For those who haven’t yet reviewed the cards benefits, it comes packed with:
More details to follow in the press release below, but we’re happy to answer any questions that you may have! Learn more & apply here: http://bit.ly/aacitiexec See the full release here: American Airlines (NYSE: AMR) Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C) July 18, 2011 CITI CARDS AND AMERICAN AIRLINES INTRODUCE NEW ELITE TRAVELER CREDIT CARD WITH EXPANDED SUITE OF CO-BRANDED PRODUCT OFFERINGS The Citi ExecutiveSM / AAdvantage® World EliteTM MasterCard® Offers Premium Amenities, Services and Experiences, As Well As Exclusive Mileage-Earning Opportunities New York – (July 18, 2011) Just in time for the busy air travel season, Citi Cards and American Airlines announce today a new addition to the 24-year Citi® / AAdvantage® credit card portfolio that has served millions of cardmembers with its products and service. The Citi ExecutiveSM / AAdvantage® World EliteTM MasterCard® will deliver exclusive elite-level travel services and experiences to American’s flyers. “The new Citi ExecutiveSM / AAdvantage® card is a direct reflection of the benefits frequent flyers are seeking in a rewards card and underscores the commitment of Citi and American Airlines to enhancing our customers’ experiences,” said Terry O’Neil, Executive Vice President, Citi Cards. “With premium travel benefits, accelerated AAdvantage® miles-earning opportunities and enhanced convenience, the Citi ExecutiveSM / AAdvantage® card unlocks exclusive access to elite-level benefits cardmembers can’t get with any other credit card.” The Citi ExecutiveSM / AAdvantage® World EliteTM MasterCard® provides a new class of cardmember privileges, including: • Admirals Club® membership privileges*; In addition, the new card offers a once per year AAdvantage® Elite Qualifying mileage-earning opportunity, based on annual card spend, to put cardmembers on the fast track to American Airlines AAdvantage® elite status membership. Later this year, Citi plans to introduce the Citi ExecutiveSM/ AAdvantage® card with EMV chip card functionality to provide cardmembers with the ability to use a technology that is increasingly important when making credit card purchases abroad. • No foreign transaction fees on purchases; • Enhanced Airport Experience; • Waived baggage charge for first domestic checked bag; • Expert Concierge Service. “The new Citi ExecutiveSM / AAdvantage® card offers unprecedented airline benefits that allow cardmembers to travel in comfort and style” said Maya Leibman, President – AAdvantage Loyalty Program. “Moving through the airport more quickly, relaxing at the Admirals Club® and earning AAdvantage® Elite Qualifying Miles are just a few of the many fantastic perks this new card provides.” Citi ExecutiveSM / AAdvantage® World EliteTM MasterCard® Details: • Admirals Club® Membership privileges for cardmember and immediate family or up to two traveling guests to enjoy the comfort, convenience and service of a private lounge with complimentary drinks and light snacks, WiFi, and a suite of business services – at over 40 worldwide locations For more information about the Citi ExecutiveSM / AAdvantage® World EliteTM MasterCard®, please visit citiexecutiveaadvantage.citi.com. • 10,000 AAdvantage® Elite Qualifying Miles (EQMs) after the first $40,000 in eligible net purchases made on the card within a calendar year • No foreign transaction fees on purchases • Enhanced airport experience including priority check-in, airport screening and boarding privileges, regardless of the class of service of the cardmember’s ticket • Two American Airlines AAdvantage® miles per $1 spent on eligible purchases made with your Citi ExecutiveSM / AAdvantage® World EliteTM MasterCard® credit card for items billed by American Airlines as merchant of record • Waived baggage charge for first domestic checked bag for cardmember and up to eight companion(s) traveling under the same itinerary • Expert Concierge Service: Top tier customer service representatives available 24-hours a day to assist with dinner reservations, travel arrangements, gift purchases and more • No mileage cap on miles earned through purchases made with the card • EMV Chip card functionality to enable purchases abroad at EMV chip-enabled merchants, planned introduction in 2011 • Access to Citi’s Private Pass Program, providing cardmember opportunities such as presale events and VIP experiences • Free tools such as email and text alerts, billing due date option and automatic payments to help with account management • Extended Warranty on purchases • Complimentary Travel Services: Automatic Travel Accident Insurance, Travel and Emergency Assistance Services, Auto Rental Insurance, Trip Cancellation/Trip Interruption Coverage • Comprehensive fraud and theft protection including: Fraud Early Warning, $0 Liability for unauthorized purchases, Citi® Identity Theft Solutions, and The Lost Wallet® Service • $450 annual fee ### About Citi® / AAdvantage® The industry-leading Citi® / AAdvantage® credit card was among the first of its kind when it debuted in 1987. The co-branded credit card program has since grown to include millions of loyal customers and is one of the most dynamic and unique card programs in the industry. Citi and American Airline’s suite of co-branded mileage rewards cards include: Citi® Gold / AAdvantage® World MasterCard®, Citi® Platinum Select® / AAdvantage® World MasterCard®, Citi® Gold / AAdvantage® Visa Signature®card, Citi® Platinum Select® / AAdvantage® Visa Signature® card, Citi® / AAdvantage® American Express® card, Citi® SelectSM / AAdvantage® American Express® card, Citi® ExecutiveSM / AAdvantage® World EliteTM MasterCard®, CitiBusiness® / AAdvantage® MasterCard®, CitiBusiness® / AAdvantage® Visa® card and Citibank® / AAdvantage® Debit Card. To apply for the Citi ExecutiveSM / AAdvantage® Card, visit www.citicards.com. About Citi Citi, the leading global financial services company, has approximately 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions. Citi provides consumers, corporations, governments and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management. Additional information may be found at www.citigroup.com. About American Airlines American Airlines, American Eagle and AmericanConnection® serve 250 cities in 50 countries with, on average, more than 3,600 daily flights. The combined network fleet numbers more than 900 aircraft. American's award-winning website, AA.com®, provides users with easy access to check and book fares, plus personalized news, information and travel offers. American Airlines is a founding member of the oneworld® Alliance, which brings together some of the best and biggest names in the airline business, enabling them to offer their customers more services and benefits than any airline can provide on its own. Together, its members serve approximately 900 destinations with more than 9,000 daily flights to 145 countries and territories. American Airlines, Inc. and American Eagle Airlines, Inc. are subsidiaries of AMR Corporation. AmericanAirlines, American Eagle, AmericanConnection, AA.com, and AAdvantage are trademarks of American Airlines, Inc. (NYSE: AMR). Media Contacts: Emily Collins Citi 212-559-0499 [email protected] Stacey Frantz American Airlines Corporate Communications Fort Worth, Texas 817-967-1577 [email protected] The fine print and all... please note all offerings mentioned above (such as extended warranty, etc.) are NOT mentioned in the Terms and Conditions posted below: Code:
Also note: during all of 2012, as long as the card has been activated by 30 Nov 2011, all base miles earned on this card will qualify for Million Miler Status. /AA forum moderators ------------------------------------------------------------- |
Is this card new? This is the first I have heard of this.
|
Originally Posted by celica7101
(Post 16745746)
...and has a 10kEQM bonus based on a $40k annual spend.
|
Originally Posted by celica7101
(Post 16745746)
Has anyone had any experience with what looks like a new offering from Citibank/AAdvantage, this Citi Executive World Elite MC?
It's a $450/yr annual fee, but positions it basically against the Continental Presidents from Chase and Amex Plat in terms of concierge, services. The difference is that it looks like it includes free access to Admirals Club only and has a 10kEQM bonus based on a $40k annual spend. Is this worth it for someone who routinely racks up enough miles to get AA Plat status every year? I currently use the AmexPlat for Admirals Club access, but this could make it worth it to switch since I would get AA miles. |
Originally Posted by jefftf1
(Post 16746069)
The extra 10k EQMs are not a deal. With the Starwoods Amex you always get a 25% bonus, so every 40k you accumulate gives you an extra 10k. With this Citi card it is only once per year, and will not begin again until January 1. So if you charge 60k you're not getting bonus for your last 20k. Starwoods makes more sense, and it's way less than $450/year.
|
This begs two questions:
1) Will Citi waive the yearly fee for Citigold members like they do with the other AA cards? I assume the answer is no, but I will ask anyway. 2) Does AC membership with this card act like the Amex PLT card or does it give the holder full AC benefits (i.e., wifi). I realize, this may be moot in a few months if AA switches to free wifi. |
Originally Posted by Ross0
(Post 16746076)
Starwood Amex does not give you EQMs. Your post makes no sense.
|
Ugh... confusing. Looks like a hybrid of the DL Gold card and the Reserve card but isn't quite there in benefits. Here's a table vs DL:
Code:
Benefit AA DL Gold DL PLTCode:
Benefit DL Reserve |
Originally Posted by Ross0
(Post 16746076)
Starwood Amex does not give you EQMs. Your post makes no sense.
Why cant people either respond politely (pointing out an error if there is one) or not respond at all? Am I the only one getting tired of the seemingly endless rudeness that permeates some of these threads? |
This Citi product bodes well for Chase to retain its CO Presidential Plus card in some form as it harmonizes its CO/UA offerings in the next few months.
(Edited to add) I was not aware of this card until reading this thread. |
I hadn't heard of it before this week, so I thought I'd post to gauge how many other AA Elites had heard of it before. I'm not sure it provides a huge bonus over the Amex Plat card, except that you'd get AA miles instead of MR points for the annual spend, in addition to the small 2-for-1 on AA purchases.
The 10k EQMs are nice, but it sucks that it's calendar year only, so I doubt I would want to get it right now since there's no way I can spend $40k in the remaining 5 months of the year. |
Well, if they change the program, the many of us who are still working towards MM status via spending will not only drop AA like a bad habit, but cancel our cards and join up with DL/Amex for their superior MQM bonus miles.
(to any of those AA reps out there ;) ) |
Originally Posted by Ross0
(Post 16746092)
This begs two questions:
1) Will Citi waive the yearly fee for Citigold members like they do with the other AA cards? I assume the answer is no, but I will ask anyway. |
Originally Posted by Supersonic Swinger
(Post 16746046)
This should be more grist for the http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...r-program.html thread
|
Originally Posted by celica7101
(Post 16746313)
I hadn't heard of it before this week, so I thought I'd post to gauge how many other AA Elites had heard of it before.
From that information, I'm guessing the card is new this week. I'm surprised it wasn't posted here sooner. |
| All times are GMT -6. The time now is 11:10 pm. |
This site is owned, operated, and maintained by MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Designated trademarks are the property of their respective owners.