Many programs have one way awards now, including AA.

OP, you mention "we" thus, I assume you are a couple. Each of you can likely get two or three AA cards with a big bonus, MasterCard, Amex and a biz card. You should also look for a good bonus offer on the SPG Amex and apply for that--25K SPG Starpoints is a good offer.

Good luck! And, read the appropriate threads. Remember, search is your friend.