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Old Aug 18, 2004 | 2:08 am
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Originally Posted by tripmaster
Can anyone here tell me when it's worth it to go platinum? The 2 for 1 offer seems like it applies for only full fare business class travel, right?
For me, the maths works like this:
Free full travel insurance for me and my family (c £180-£200 value)
'Priority Pass' for free airport lounge access across the globe (UK Amex only!)
Eurostar lounge access
British Airways Amex card without the £120 fee
Substantial discounts on hotel bookings through 'Fine Hotels & Resorts' (will save me c£300 this year)
The occasional drinks party invitation in London

For me, this is worth the £275 fee. I don't even use my Plat card - all my spend goes on my BA card!
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