Credit Card Programs - Wanting to get the most out of my credit cards!

I started reading flyertalk regularly in late Sept 2012, and since then, I have accumulated quite a few credit cards :D

I am coming to realize that I don't know all the advantages of each card. I know I could dig out my paperwork, but even then I don't know exactly how valuable things like "companion passes" or "lounge passes" are. If you could help me out by letting me know what I SHOULD be taking advantage of, that would be great!

US Airways Barclays Card (40k sign-up)
Chase United (40k sign-up, bumped to 60k)
Delta Amex (25k sign-up-- total noob move!)
Citi AA's (caught at the tail-end of the 75k x2 gravy train)
Chase Priority Club (80k sign-up)

Thanks!

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Since you will not start reading FT for another 3 or 4 months, I guess, there is no need to respond for at least 6 months.:D

Since you will not start reading FT for another 3 or 4 months, I guess, there is no need to respond for at least 6 months.:D

Please treat visitors from the future with the same respect as any other member :cool: .

US Airways Barclays Card (40k sign-up)
Chase United (40k sign-up, bumped to 60k)
Delta Amex (25k sign-up-- total noob move!)
Citi AA's (caught at the tail-end of the 75k x2 gravy train)
Chase Priority Club (80k sign-up)


It may seem tedious, but the best way to understand the value of the benefits provided by each card is to spend time in each of those five forums. You probably will not need to ask any questions, just read the existing discussions.

For example, the Priority Club VISA gives you Platinum status. Search with the keywords: platinum status to learn what types of recognition are provided by the various ICHG brands.