NEW YORK, April 5, 2011 — American Express today announces the addition of three new benefits to its Platinum Card to help make international travel more enjoyable and less stressful, even in the face of increasing flight delays, endless airport lines and mounting incidental travel fees. The additions include new international lounge access, the opportunity to zip through International Arrivals at U.S. airports and the elimination of foreign exchange fees. These new benefits reinforce the Platinum Card as a smart choice for travelers looking to get more value for their money and time, at home or abroad.
U.S. consumer and small business Card members can enroll and learn more about the following new benefits beginning today at americanexpress.com/transformtravel:
- Priority Pass(TM) Select — Card members can now take a break from the chaotic airport terminals with the help of Priority Pass Select, which provides access to more than 600 international airport lounges in more than 100 countries and more than 300 cities worldwide. After enrolling in the program atamericanexpress.com/transformtravel, Card members will receive their Priority Pass Select card in the mail and can begin enjoying the relaxing ambience of the lounges that include a variety of benefits such as complimentary refreshments, snacks and internet access. This new international travel benefit extends the already robust airport lounge program that provides access into domestic airport club lounges for American Airlines Admirals Club®, Delta Sky Club(TM) and US Airways® Club.
- $100 Global Entry Credit — The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers a program called Global Entry that allows approved members expedited clearance and the ability to bypass lines at International Arrivals in major U.S. airports when returning from traveling abroad. Card members who apply and pay the application fee of $100 with their Platinum Card will receive a statement credit. And once the application is approved, the membership will be valid for five years.
- Elimination of Foreign Currency Transaction Fees — Platinum Card members can now shop like locals no matter what country they are in. Effective immediately, Card members will not be charged the 2.7 percent foreign currency transaction fees on international purchases when they use their Platinum Card.
