I welcome changes to reduce overcrowding, but like many others here I agree that AMEX should have given its cardmembers adequate notice before implementation. I usually travel alone so it shouldn't impact me that much, but any changes with annual fee cards will impact how they are used and whether or not they will be kept. I regularly evaluate if my card portfolio is profitable to me based on my regular (non-manufactured) usage without including bonuses. Although I like doing this activity, it does get annoying when changes are made on relatively short notice.