4X
at restaurants worldwide (up to $50,000 per year)
4X
At U.S. supermarkets (up to $25,000 per year)
3X
for flights booked directly with airlines or on amextravel.com
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Why We Like It

The American Express Gold Card is a powerhouse for earning Amex Membership Rewards points thanks to a couple of lucrative bonus categories.

While it comes with a $325annual fee, it comes with a variety of credits that can help offset the annual fee.

One of the major selling points of the Amex Green is that it earns Membership Rewards points which can be transferred to airline programs such as Air Canada Aeroplan, ANA Mileage Club, and Air France-KLM Flying Blue.
BONUS CATEGORIES
  • 4X at restaurants worldwide (up to $50,000 per year)
  • 4X At U.S. supermarkets (up to $25,000 per year)
  • 3X for flights booked directly with airlines or on amextravel.com
  • 1X on other purchases
$120 Uber Credit
You get a $10 credit for Uber and Uber Eats each month. The credit does not roll over to the next month.
$120 Dining Credit
You get a $10 credit for Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, and Five Guys each month. The credit does not roll over to the next month.
The Hotel Collection
When staying 2+ nights at select luxury hotels, you can receive perks - i.e. a $100 property credit and an upgrade (if available).
Amex Offers
Between cashback offers and bonus points offers, Amex Offers can be a nice bonus when making a purchase.
No Foreign Transaction Fees
While Amex isn’t always accepted abroad, you won’t be charged any fees for using your card.
ShopRunner Membership
Once enrolled, you’ll receive free 2-day shipping from a variety of online stores.
$7 Dunkin Credit
You get a $7 credit to Dunkin each month. The credit does not roll over to the next month.

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