{"id":4605,"date":"2023-10-12T03:45:42","date_gmt":"2023-10-12T03:45:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mer.tours\/a-guide-to-the-10-most-valuable-world-elite-mastercard-benefits\/"},"modified":"2023-10-12T03:45:42","modified_gmt":"2023-10-12T03:45:42","slug":"a-guide-to-the-10-most-valuable-world-elite-mastercard-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelaffiliatewebsite.com\/mer\/a-guide-to-the-10-most-valuable-world-elite-mastercard-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"A guide to the 10 most valuable World Elite Mastercard benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>When discussing the pros and cons of credit cards at TPG, we tend to focus on the sign-up bonuses, perks and bonus categories that make that card unique. However, regardless of who issues your card, it likely gets some perks from the payment network it&#8217;s a part of. For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/visa-signature-card-benefits\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Visa Signature<\/a> cards have access to the same suite of benefits \u2014 whether the card itself comes from Chase or Bank of America.<\/p>\n<p>Mastercard, the second-largest card network in the world, has a similar setup. In addition to perks specific to each card (and its respective issuer), all <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/world-elite-vs-world-mastercard\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">World Elite Mastercards<\/a> have access to a common group of benefits.<\/p>\n<p>And Mastercard has recently announced two new partnerships that will give cardholders even more value: savings on Peacock subscriptions and Instacart orders.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s a breakdown of the new perks as well as the most valuable benefits you&#8217;ll get with your World Elite Mastercard.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"the-best-world-elite-mastercard-offers\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">The best World Elite Mastercard offers<\/h2>\n<p>While you may not have previously been familiar with the World Elite Mastercard branding, many top <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/travel\/\">travel rewards cards<\/a> are part of Mastercard&#8217;s World Elite program. Here are a few of the best offers currently available:<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-3709662331 tpg-table has-sticky-left-column \">\n<div tabindex=\"0\" class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<table class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<thead class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Card<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Welcome offer<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Annual fee<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Notable perks<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/citi-thankyou-premier-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\"> Citi Premier\u00ae Card<\/a><\/span> (see <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply\/citi-premier-card-rates-and-fees\/?tid=post\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<td>Earn 60,000 ThankYou points after you spend $4,000 in purchases within the first three months of account opening<\/td>\n<td>$95<\/td>\n<td>For a limited time, earn 10 points per dollar on hotels, car rentals, and attractions (excluding air travel) booked on the Citi Travel Portal through June 30, 2024<\/p>\n<p>Earn 3 ThankYou points per dollar on air travel, hotels, gas stations, restaurants and supermarkets<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/citi-aadvantage-executive-world-elite-mastercard\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Executive World Elite Mastercard\u00ae<\/a><\/span> (see <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply\/citi-aadvantage-executive-world-elite-mastercard-rates-and-fees\/?tid=post\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<td>Earn 70,000 miles after you spend $7,000 on purchases in the first three months of account opening<\/td>\n<td>$595<\/td>\n<td>Admirals Club membership, first checked bag free for you and up to eight companions on eligible AA flights, priority check-in and early boarding<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/credit-card-review-jetblue-plus-card\/\"><strong>JetBlue Plus Card<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td>Earn 60,000 bonus points after you spend $1,000 on purchases and pay the annual fee in full, both within the first 90 days<\/td>\n<td>$99<\/td>\n<td>First checked bag free for you and up to three travel companions, 50% discount on inflight purchases, 10% of your redeemed points back<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/hawaiian-airlines-world-elite-mastercard-review\/\"><strong>Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td>Earn 60,000 miles after you spend $2,000 on the card in the first 90 days of account opening<\/td>\n<td>$99<\/td>\n<td>$100 companion discount after each account anniversary, first checked bag free<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/ihg-rewards-club-premier-credit-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>Earn 140,000 bonus points after spending $3,000 on purchases within the first three months of account opening<\/td>\n<td>$99<\/td>\n<td>Anniversary award night worth up to 40,000 points, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/what-is-ihg-elite-status-worth\/#:~:text=(Photo%20by%20JT%20Genter%2FThe,service%20and%20limited%2Dservice%20properties.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">IHG Platinum status<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/how-to-get-ihg-fourth-night-free-award\/\">fourth-night reward<\/a> on award stays<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><em>The information for the JetBlue Plus and the Hawaiian Airlines cards has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/visa-signature-vs-world-elite-mastercard-benefits\/\">Comparing Visa Signature and World Elite Mastercard benefits<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"instacart-savings\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Instacart savings<\/h2>\n<p>As of October 2023, World Elite cardholders get a free two-month trial of Instacart+ with a new subscription and $10 off their second eligible Instacart purchase each month.<\/p>\n<p>Instacart+ typically costs $9.99 monthly, so the two-month trial saves just under $20. If you can take advantage of the $10 off a second order each month as well, you&#8217;ll save almost $140 in a year \u2014 decent savings for Instacart fans, especially for those who already have an eligible card in their wallet.<\/p>\n<div class=\"&#10;        EmailSignUp_container__70lh2&#10;        undefined&#10;        EmailSignUp_isLoading__zGkU5&#10;      \"><picture><source media=\"screen and (max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-mob.svg\"\/><\/picture>\n<div class=\"EmailSignUp_form__cnneL\">\n<p>Daily Newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Join over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG\u2019s experts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/GettyImages-1272443174.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/GettyImages-1272443174.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/GettyImages-1272443174.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/GettyImages-1272443174.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/GettyImages-1272443174.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/GettyImages-1272443174.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/GettyImages-1272443174.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/GettyImages-1272443174.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/11\/GettyImages-1272443174.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">ASIAVISION\/GETTY IMAGES<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>However, this is far from the most valuable Instacart credit card perk available. Eligible Chase cardholders can get a complimentary Instacart+ membership and up to $15 in Instacart statement credits each month with no second purchase requirement.<\/p>\n<p>Still, those who don&#8217;t have an eligible Chase card and have been wanting to try Instacart+ will benefit from this addition.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/instacart-express-chase\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Chase cardholders can get up to $15 in Instacart statement credits<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"peacock-subscription-credit\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Peacock subscription credit<\/h2>\n<p>The other most recent addition to the World Elite Mastercard perk list is an up to $5 monthly statement credit on Peacock Premium subscriptions.<\/p>\n<p>A Premium subscription costs $5.99 (plus tax) per month, and cardholders get a $3 statement credit, reducing their monthly cost to $2.99. If you want a Premium Plus subscription, typically costing $11.99 per month, you&#8217;ll get a $5 credit, bringing down the cost to $6.99 monthly.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:56.20462046204621%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/10\/Screenshot-2023-10-10-at-6.46.00-AM.png?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/10\/Screenshot-2023-10-10-at-6.46.00-AM.png?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/10\/Screenshot-2023-10-10-at-6.46.00-AM.png?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/10\/Screenshot-2023-10-10-at-6.46.00-AM.png?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/10\/Screenshot-2023-10-10-at-6.46.00-AM.png?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/10\/Screenshot-2023-10-10-at-6.46.00-AM.png?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/10\/Screenshot-2023-10-10-at-6.46.00-AM.png?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/10\/Screenshot-2023-10-10-at-6.46.00-AM.png?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2023\/10\/Screenshot-2023-10-10-at-6.46.00-AM.png?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">PEACOCKTV.COM<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Again, this isn&#8217;t the most valuable Peacock subscription credit card perk. <span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/the-platinum-card-from-american-express\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">The Platinum Card\u00ae from American Express<\/a><\/span> cardholders can get their subscription fully covered with their $20 monthly entertainment credit. Still, the World Elite Mastercard credit is great news for those who don&#8217;t have their subscription covered elsewhere.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/instacart-express-chase\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">How to use the Amex Platinum digital entertainment credit<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"exclusive-discounts-with-select-merchants\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Exclusive discounts with select merchants<\/h2>\n<p>As the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/ultimate-guide-to-amex-offers\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Amex Offers<\/a> program has continued to grow in popularity, other issuers have offered similar money-saving deals at select merchants. While Mastercard doesn&#8217;t offer quite as wide a range as Amex, it has partnered with some popular merchants to provide savings on everyday expenses.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:46.717171717171716%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Screen-Shot-2021-05-07-at-11.14.30-AM.png?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Screen-Shot-2021-05-07-at-11.14.30-AM.png?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Screen-Shot-2021-05-07-at-11.14.30-AM.png?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Screen-Shot-2021-05-07-at-11.14.30-AM.png?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Screen-Shot-2021-05-07-at-11.14.30-AM.png?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Screen-Shot-2021-05-07-at-11.14.30-AM.png?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Screen-Shot-2021-05-07-at-11.14.30-AM.png?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Screen-Shot-2021-05-07-at-11.14.30-AM.png?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Screen-Shot-2021-05-07-at-11.14.30-AM.png?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">MASTERCARD.COM<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>One of the most popular deals is a $5 <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/best-cards-for-uber\/\">Lyft<\/a> credit when you take at least three rides in a month. If you max out the available benefits every month, you can recoup the annual fees on many World Elite Mastercards before taking into account the other benefits.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"world-elite-concierge\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">World Elite Concierge<\/h2>\n<p>While everyone here presumably enjoys traveling, not all of us enjoy the legwork that goes into planning a good trip. Thankfully, Mastercard&#8217;s 24\/7 concierge service can help you make travel plans, secure a hard-to-get reservation at popular restaurants or even track down items like concert tickets.<\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;ve gotten a lot of value out of my <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/comparing-credit-card-concierge-services\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">credit card concierge services<\/a> over the years, and I consider them one of the most underrated perks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/card-concierge-test-nyc\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The ultimate credit card concierge test: 3 cards, $300 and 1 night in NYC<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"complimentary-rental-car-elite-status\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Complimentary rental car elite status<\/h2>\n<p>World Elite Mastercard maintains partnerships with several rental car companies, offering complimentary elite status and benefits with <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/loyalty-guide-to-avis\/\">Avis<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/points-miles-loyalty-guide-national-car-rental\/\">National<\/a> and Sixt. You&#8217;ll need to register through the Mastercard platform.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Rental-Cars_EMS-FORSTER-PRODUCTIONS.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Rental-Cars_EMS-FORSTER-PRODUCTIONS.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Rental-Cars_EMS-FORSTER-PRODUCTIONS.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Rental-Cars_EMS-FORSTER-PRODUCTIONS.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Rental-Cars_EMS-FORSTER-PRODUCTIONS.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Rental-Cars_EMS-FORSTER-PRODUCTIONS.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Rental-Cars_EMS-FORSTER-PRODUCTIONS.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Rental-Cars_EMS-FORSTER-PRODUCTIONS.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Rental-Cars_EMS-FORSTER-PRODUCTIONS.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">EMS FORSTER PRODUCTIONS\/GETTY IMAGES<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Elite status can make a big difference in skipping the lines or even scoring a more comfortable ride on your next trip.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/ways-to-save-on-rental-cars\/\">How to never pay full price for a rental car<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"shop-runner-membership\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">ShopRunner membership<\/h2>\n<p>With more and more purchases moving from physical stores to online, customers are placing increased importance on fast shipping. Thankfully, all World Elite Mastercards come with complimentary <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/shoprunner-free-shipping\/\">ShopRunner memberships<\/a>, giving you free two-day shipping and return shipping at over 100 retailers.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:49.45878434637802%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-15-at-11.52.30-AM-2.png?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-15-at-11.52.30-AM-2.png?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-15-at-11.52.30-AM-2.png?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-15-at-11.52.30-AM-2.png?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-15-at-11.52.30-AM-2.png?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-15-at-11.52.30-AM-2.png?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-15-at-11.52.30-AM-2.png?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-15-at-11.52.30-AM-2.png?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-15-at-11.52.30-AM-2.png?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">MASTERCARD.COM<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Depending on how often you like to shop, this can add up to a considerable amount of savings over the course of the year.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/credit-cards-with-free-shipping\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Get free shipping from your favorite retailers with these credit cards<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"mastercard-luxury-hotel-resorts-portfolio\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Mastercard Luxury Hotel &amp; Resorts Portfolio<\/h2>\n<p>This program functions very similarly to <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/chase-luxury-hotel-resort-collection-guide\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Chase&#8217;s Luxury Hotel &amp; Resort Collection<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/ultimate-guide-amex-fine-hotels-and-resorts\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Amex&#8217;s Fine Hotels + Resorts<\/a> \u2014 but with even more properties to choose from. With over 3,000 luxury properties in Mastercard&#8217;s portfolio, customers enjoy complimentary room upgrades (upon availability), <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/free-hotel-breakfast\/\">complimentary breakfast<\/a>, $50 to $100 in amenity credits, early check-in, late checkout and other unique benefits at thousands of hotels worldwide.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"The hotel that started a collection - the Fairmont San Francisco. (Photo courtesy of the hotel)\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"The hotel that started a collection - the Fairmont San Francisco. (Photo courtesy of the hotel)\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/thepointsguy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/The-Fairmont-San-Francisco-Exterior-1235774.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024px&amp;quality=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">FAIRMONT SAN FRANCISCO<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This program is an excellent way for less-frequent travelers to enjoy elitelike benefits.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/hotel\/\">The best hotel credit cards<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"hotel-stay-guarantee\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Hotel stay guarantee<\/h2>\n<p>World Elite Mastercard cardholders are ensured the best possible travel experience with the hotel stay guarantee clause.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/05\/20190515_Hotel-Indigo_Los-Angeles_BStawski-17.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/05\/20190515_Hotel-Indigo_Los-Angeles_BStawski-17.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/05\/20190515_Hotel-Indigo_Los-Angeles_BStawski-17.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/05\/20190515_Hotel-Indigo_Los-Angeles_BStawski-17.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/05\/20190515_Hotel-Indigo_Los-Angeles_BStawski-17.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/05\/20190515_Hotel-Indigo_Los-Angeles_BStawski-17.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/05\/20190515_Hotel-Indigo_Los-Angeles_BStawski-17.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/05\/20190515_Hotel-Indigo_Los-Angeles_BStawski-17.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2019\/05\/20190515_Hotel-Indigo_Los-Angeles_BStawski-17.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">BENJI STAWSKI\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Should you run into problems after booking a three-star (or greater) hotel through the program, the 24\/7 Lifestyle Managers will work to &#8220;make it right&#8221; and offer up to $1,000 to move you to a comparable property.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/hotel-indigo-les-service-issues\/\">Why I checked out of the Hotel Indigo Lower East Side after 15 minutes<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"cellphone-protection\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Cellphone protection<\/h2>\n<p>You can rest easy if your phone is stolen or damaged, as you may be entitled to $1,000 in yearly coverage (up to $800 per claim, two claims per year). To activate this coverage, simply pay your <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/phone-protection\/\">cellphone bill<\/a> with your World Elite Mastercard.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:75%\"\/><img alt=\"(Photo by paulzhuk\/Shutterstock)\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"(Photo by paulzhuk\/Shutterstock)\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/thepointsguy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/shutterstock_1070504033-scaled.jpg?fit=1024%2C1024px&amp;quality=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">PAULZHUK\/SHUTTERSTOCK<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>While some benefits are exclusive to the World Elite Mastercard program, card issuers can opt out of offering cellphone coverage for their cards. Check your specific benefits guide to confirm the coverage amount (if any) and the yearly maximum.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/using-wrong-card-pay-cell-phone-bill\/\">How I wasted $300 using the wrong card to pay my cellphone bill<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"priceless-cities\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Priceless Cities<\/h2>\n<p>For decades, Mastercard&#8217;s Priceless program has represented the company&#8217;s belief that experiences matter more than things. <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/mastercard-priceless-cities-vip-experiences\/\">Priceless Cities<\/a> is an online marketplace full of thousands of unique experiences in cities worldwide, curated exclusively for Mastercard customers.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:93.40885684860967%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/12\/Entertainment-at-Home24.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/12\/Entertainment-at-Home24.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/12\/Entertainment-at-Home24.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/12\/Entertainment-at-Home24.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/12\/Entertainment-at-Home24.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/12\/Entertainment-at-Home24.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/12\/Entertainment-at-Home24.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/12\/Entertainment-at-Home24.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/12\/Entertainment-at-Home24.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">MASTERCARD.COM<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>From sunset river cruises in Bangkok to a guided paddleboat tour of Sydney Harbour, Priceless Cities will likely have experience waiting wherever you live or travel.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"other-benefits-worth-mentioning\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Other benefits worth mentioning<\/h2>\n<p>While these other benefits are more niche, World Elite Mastercard holders can access other lifestyle and travel benefits. Book Club is a quarterly event that provides a book selection and an online Q&amp;A session with the novel&#8217;s author.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, cardholders can save up to $1,000 per round-trip on <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/affordable-private-jets\/\">private jets<\/a> thanks to Mastercard&#8217;s partners like Caledonia Jets and Vitesse Worldwide.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"bottom-line\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Bottom line<\/h2>\n<p>While the card network is generally one of the least important factors in evaluating a new card, it&#8217;s important to consider all the benefits of being part of a program like the World Elite Mastercard.<\/p>\n<p>Many of these perks get overshadowed by card-specific ones like bonus categories and welcome offers. 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