Originally Posted by
festriaqua
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SPG Amex Luxury....[*]2 Marriot points per $ on every day spend- Not sure if this is a pro, but definitely better than the 1 point per dollar from the CSR (when transferred to Marriott)...[*]Probably no signup bonus- I currently hold the SPG Amex...
Amex Platinum
....[*]$200 airline credit- Really not sure how to utilize this benefit as I rarely pay any incidental fees while traveling. Buying and storing up AA gift cards seems like a hassle (can you use 10 $50 gift cards to pay for a $500 flight?).[*]Low interest in MR transfer partners- Not interested in any of the airline transfer partners. Transfer to SPG is like 1/3 point per dollar spent.
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1. Comparing two New Marriott points to one Ultimate Rewards point may not be accurate, depending on which Chase cards you hold and how you use them.
2. I expect you will be eligible for a new account bonus on the SPG Luxury card, because it is a new product, but it looks as if Marriott is making these decisions now.
3. If you choose to buy AA giftcards with American Express Platinum you need not buy the $50 denomination.
4. Membership Rewards points can be redeemed for award travel on most any airline that is a member of the three major alliances. This is done by redeeming for partner awards.
5. Starting 8.1.2018 the Membership Rewards transfer rate to Starwood will be 1000:1000.