{"id":8557,"date":"2024-09-10T02:29:13","date_gmt":"2024-09-10T02:29:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelaffiliatewebsite.com\/mer\/american-express-gold-card-review\/"},"modified":"2024-09-10T02:29:13","modified_gmt":"2024-09-10T02:29:13","slug":"american-express-gold-card-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelaffiliatewebsite.com\/mer\/american-express-gold-card-review\/","title":{"rendered":"American Express\u00ae Gold Card Review"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p><em>Nomadic Matt has partnered with ThePointsGuy.com for our coverage of credit card products. Some or all of the card offers on this page are from advertisers and compensation may impact how and where card products appear on the site. Nomadic Matt and ThePointsGuy.com may receive a commission from card issuers.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Opinions, reviews, analyses &amp; recommendations are the author\u2019s alone, and have not been reviewed, endorsed, or approved by any of these entities. This page does not include all card companies or all available card offers.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>I love talking about travel credit cards. They\u2019ve helped me travel the world for over a decade and saved me a fortune in flights, hotels, and other travel perks. I never get bored of comparing their perks, applying for new cards, and optimizing my benefits. <\/p>\n<p>These days, when it comes to travel rewards cards, there are generally two types that get a lot of attention: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/best-no-annual-fee-travel-credit-cards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cards with low or no annual fees<\/a> that are good for beginners; and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/best-premium-travel-credit-cards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">premium cards<\/a> for the jet set crowd, with their high fees and luxury perks. <\/p>\n<p>There aren\u2019t too many cards that fall in between. Today I want to talk about a card that does: the <a href=\"https:\/\/oc.brcclx.com\/t?lid=26746315&amp;s1=review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer sponsored\">American Express\u00ae Gold Card<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p>While it\u2019s a favorite among avid points and miles collectors, it often gets left out of the larger conversation. I think that\u2019s a mistake, as this card has a lot to offer. <\/p>\n<p>The Amex Gold recently got a refresh and an elevated welcome offer, making it an excellent time to consider this powerhouse of a card. I personally think it\u2019s a card more travelers should have in their wallet and it is one I use.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s everything you need to know about the Amex Gold to help you decide if it\u2019s right for you:<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"what-is-the-american-express-gold-card\">What is the American Express\u00ae Gold Card? <\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/oc.brcclx.com\/t?lid=26746315&amp;s1=review&amp;cr=undefined\" rel=\"sponsored\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"289\" height=\"181\" class=\"alignright\" alt=\"American Express\u00ae Gold Card\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.prodstatic.com\/shared\/images\/cards\/500x315\/8c5f3da0-4a91-11ef-a7e9-4faf0abfb06f.png\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.prodstatic.com\/shared\/images\/cards\/500x315\/8c5f3da0-4a91-11ef-a7e9-4faf0abfb06f.png\" width=\"289\" height=\"181\" class=\"alignright\" alt=\"American Express\u00ae Gold Card\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/oc.brcclx.com\/t?lid=26746315&amp;s1=review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer sponsored\">American Express\u00ae Gold Card<\/a> is a card issued by American Express. I think it\u2019s a great choice for travelers who enjoy dining out, as you\u2019ll earn more points dining at restaurants (up to $50,000 on these purchases per calendar year), as well as a ton of statement credits in the same vein (I\u2019ll get into specifics below). <\/p>\n<p>With this card, you\u2019ll earn Membership Rewards\u00ae points, which you can transfer to any of their 21 airline and hotel partners (they have some solid partners too). <\/p>\n<p><strong>This card offers:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>60,000 points + earn up to $100 back Earn 60,000 Membership Rewards\u00ae Points after you spend $6,000 on eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Plus, receive 20% back in statement credits on eligible purchases made at restaurants worldwide within the first 6 months of Card Membership, up to $100 back. Limited time offer. Offer ends 11\/6\/24.<\/li>\n<li>Earn 4x Membership Rewards points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1x points for the rest of the year<\/li>\n<li>Earn 4x Membership Rewards points per dollar spent at US supermarkets on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1x points for the rest of the year.<\/li>\n<li>Earn 3x Membership Rewards points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with airlines or on AmexTravel.com<\/li>\n<li>Earn 2x Membership Rewards points per dollar spent on prepaid hotels and other eligible purchases booked on AmexTravel.com<\/li>\n<li>Earn 1x Membership Rewards point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.<\/li>\n<li>Up to $524 worth of statement credits (which I\u2019ll break down below) <\/li>\n<li>No foreign transaction fees<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The card comes with a $325 annual fee (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.americanexpress.com\/us\/credit-cards\/card-application\/apply\/prospect\/terms\/gold-card\/26129-10-0\/?print#terms-details\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">See Rates and Fees<\/a>).<br \/>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"breaking-down-the-amex-golds-statement-credits\">Breaking Down the Amex Gold\u2019s Statement Credits<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img width=\"1374\" height=\"815\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"screenshot of american express website showing all the benefits for the Amex Gold Card\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2024\/amexgoldbenefits1.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1374\" height=\"815\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2024\/amexgoldbenefits1.jpg\" alt=\"screenshot of american express website showing all the benefits for the Amex Gold Card\"\/><\/noscript><br \/>American Express is known for offering a lot of perks and benefits with its cards (that\u2019s why I love their cards). As I mentioned, this card comes with up to $524 worth of statement credits. If you can take advantage of them, that\u2019s more than enough to offset the annual fee. Since there are so many credits (all with their own fine print), I want to break each one down. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Up to $120 in Uber Cash<\/strong><br \/>This is probably the easiest benefit for most people to use. When you add your Gold Card to the Uber app, you\u2019ll get $10 in Uber Cash distributed each month, (adding up to $120 over the course of the year). You can use it for rides or to order food through Uber Eats, though I don\u2019t love that you can only use it in the U.S. since I\u2019m often on the road. <\/p>\n<p>Before your purchase, make sure that Uber Cash is toggled on as a payment method, and then after your purchase you\u2019ll see the credit deduction on your in-app receipt. <\/p>\n<p><em>You must have downloaded the latest version of the Uber App and your eligible American Express Gold Card must be a method of payment in your Uber account. The Amex benefit may only be used in United States.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Up to $120 Dining Credit<\/strong><br \/>On the flip side, I find this benefit a bit harder to use. You can earn up to $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Amex Gold Card at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, and Five Guys. I think it\u2019s kind of a random assortment of companies, but if you use any of these companies often, that\u2019s another $120 per year right there. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Up to $84 Dunkin\u2019 Credit<\/strong><br \/>This benefit was added with the card\u2019s recent refresh. If you\u2019re a fan of Dunkin\u2019, with this credit you can earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you enroll and pay with your Amex Gold Card at Dunkin\u2019 locations. Since most are on the U.S. East Coast (New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida have the most locations), it\u2019ll be most useful to fellow East Coasters. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Up to $100 Resy Credit<\/strong><br \/>This is another benefit that was recently added. Resy is a restaurant-reservation website (owned by Amex) where you can make reservations at over 16,000 restaurants around the world. <\/p>\n<p>With the Resy credit, you can get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year after you pay with your Gold Card to dine at U.S. Resy restaurants (or make other eligible Resy purchases). Unlike most of the card\u2019s other statement credits, this benefit is rolled out semi-annually, meaning you get up to $50 credit in the first half of the year, and then the other $50 the second half. You can also check your progress in the app or website: <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1486\" height=\"652\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"screenshot of the american express website showing how much benefit has been redeemed for the Resy and Dunkin credits offered with the amex gold card\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2024\/amexresydunkin.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1486\" height=\"652\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2024\/amexresydunkin.jpg\" alt=\"screenshot of the american express website showing how much benefit has been redeemed for the Resy and Dunkin credits offered with the amex gold card\"\/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>I like semi-annual statement credits because they give you a bit more flexibility, although this is another credit that\u2019s fairly easy to use if you dine out frequently. You don\u2019t actually have to make a reservation with Resy; the restaurant just needs to offer Resy reservations. It\u2019s easiest if you live in or frequently visit a major city that has a lot of restaurants on Resy. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Up to $100 hotel experience credit <\/strong><br \/>This is the card\u2019s only travel statement credit. With this benefit, you can receive a $100 credit towards eligible charges with every booking of two nights or more through AmexTravel.com. Eligible charges vary by property, but it could include dining credits (like complimentary breakfast) or spa treatments. <\/p>\n<p><em>Enrollment is required for select benefits mentioned in this section.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Access to Amex Offers<\/strong><br \/><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1445\" height=\"662\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"screenshot of the american express website showing Amex Offers\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2024\/amexoffers1.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1445\" height=\"662\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2024\/amexoffers1.jpg\" alt=\"screenshot of the american express website showing Amex Offers\"\/><\/noscript><br \/>In addition to all those statement credits, by holding an American Express card you get access to Amex Offers. These are ever-changing offers where you can save money or earn bonus points with select retailers. The offers are targeted, so every cardholder has their own unique array of offers at any given time. <\/p>\n<p>Amex Offers are structured like this:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Spend X, get Y amount back (like in the screenshot above; this is the majority of Amex Offers)<\/li>\n<li>Spend X, get Y number of bonus points<\/li>\n<li>Get additional Membership Rewards points per dollar you spend at that retailer (i.e. get 5 MR points per dollar you spend at The Gap)<\/li>\n<li>Get X% back when you use the link provided<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It\u2019s important to know that you have to hit that \u201cAdd to Card\u201d link before you can take advantage of each offer. While you probably won\u2019t be able to take advantage of most offers, sometimes you may, which is another way to recoup the annual fee on this card. It\u2019s worth it to check back every so often so you can add any offers to your card that you might use (just remember to pay with your Gold Card to redeem the offer). <\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"using-your-membership-rewards-points\">Using Your Membership Rewards Points<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>With the <a href=\"https:\/\/oc.brcclx.com\/t?lid=26746315&amp;s1=review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer sponsored\">American Express\u00ae Gold Card<\/a>, you earn Membership Rewards points. To get the most out of your points, you\u2019ll want to transfer them to one of Amex\u2019s travel partners: <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Aer Lingus AerClub (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>Aeromexico Rewards (1:1.6 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>Air Canada Aeroplan (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>Air France-KLM Flying Blue (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>All Nippon Airways Mileage Club (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>Avianca LifeMiles (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>British Airways Executive Club (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>Cathay Pacific Asia Miles (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>Choice Privileges\u00ae (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>Delta SkyMiles (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>Emirates Skywards (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>Etihad Guest (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>HawaiianMiles (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>Hilton Honors (1:2 ratio) <\/li>\n<li>Iberia Plus (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>JetBlue TrueBlue (250:200 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>Marriott Bonvoy (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>Qantas Frequent Flyer (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>Singapore KrisFlyer (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<li>Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (1:1 ratio)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Most transfers are instant, though a few (like Iberia and Cathay Pacific) can take up to 48 hours. <\/p>\n<p>You can also use your Membership Rewards points to book flights and hotels in Amex Travel, the travel portal. Though, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/credit-card-portals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">as I\u2019ve talked about before<\/a>, this isn\u2019t the best use of your points. I generally wouldn\u2019t do it. <\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"american-express-welcome-bonus-restrictions\">American Express Welcome Bonus Restrictions <\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Unlike other companies (like Chase), American Express only allows you to earn a welcome bonus once per card. Ever. Plus, you can\u2019t earn a welcome bonus on a card at all if you already have (or have held) a higher tier card in the same family. <\/p>\n<p>For the Amex Gold Card, that means you won\u2019t be able to get the welcome offer if you already have <a href=\"https:\/\/oc.brcclx.com\/t?lid=26746313\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer sponsored\">The Platinum Card\u00ae from American Express<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m mentioning this because it\u2019s important to think about if you want to get other Amex cards eventually. This means that for American Express cards, it\u2019s best to open cards moving up in the food chain, so to speak (so get the Gold Card before the Platinum Card). <\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros of the Amex Gold <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>High earning rates at restaurants, US supermarkets, and on flights (when booked directly or through AmexTravel) <\/li>\n<li>Lots of statement credits <\/li>\n<li>Access to Amex Offers <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons of the Amex Gold <\/strong><\/p>\n<li>High annual fee <\/li>\n<li>Not all the statement credits may be useful to you <\/li>\n<h3><span id=\"who-is-the-amex-gold-for\">Who is the Amex Gold for?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The main draw of this card is being able to earn 4x points on restaurants worldwide and U.S. supermarkets. It stands alone in that aspect among cards with transferable points (the most valuable kind of points). If you are a foodie that can make use of the credits and other perks, then you\u2019ll love this card. <\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re an avid traveler, this card is best used in conjunction with other cards (rather than as the only card in your wallet). It would pair well with another card that earns 3x on all travel and has more robust travel benefits (such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/chase-sapphire-preferred-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chase Sapphire Preferred\u00ae Card<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/chase-sapphire-reserve-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae<\/a>). Plus, you\u2019ll diversify your rewards into two of the most valuable points currencies: Amex\u2019s Membership Rewards and Chase\u2019s Ultimate Rewards. <\/p>\n<p>As with any credit card, you should not get this card if you\u2019re already carrying a balance or plan to carry a balance. Interest rates for travel credit cards are notoriously high, and this card is no different. The points just aren\u2019t worth it if you\u2019re paying interest each month. <\/p>\n<p>This card is also not for anyone with poor credit, as you need excellent credit to qualify. (If that\u2019s you, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/best-credit-cards-bad-credit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">best credit cards for bad credit<\/a> so you can start improving your score today.)<\/p>\n<p><center>***<\/center><br \/>\nIf you\u2019re a foodie like me and spend a significant portion of your budget on food, the <a href=\"https:\/\/oc.brcclx.com\/t?lid=26746315&amp;s1=review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer sponsored\">American Express\u00ae Gold Card<\/a> is a great card to add to your wallet. By racking up more points at restaurants around the world and U.S. supermarkets, you can use the spending that you already do to earn yourself flights and hotel stays around the world. And that\u2019s what it\u2019s all about! <\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"single-booking\">\n<h4>Book Your Trip: Logistical Tips and Tricks<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Book Your Flight<\/strong><br \/>Find a cheap flight by using <a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/c\/214481\/1027991\/13416?subId1=%26currency%3DUSD&amp;associateid=AFF_TRA_19354_00001&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skyscanner.com%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Skyscanner<\/a>. It\u2019s my favorite search engine because it searches websites and airlines around the globe so you always know no stone is being left unturned. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Book Your Accommodation<\/strong><br \/>You can book your hostel with <a href=\"https:\/\/prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hostelworld<\/a>. If you want to stay somewhere other than a hostel, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/index.html?aid=362916\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Booking.com<\/a> as it consistently returns the cheapest rates for guesthouses and hotels. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Don\u2019t Forget Travel Insurance<\/strong><br \/>Travel insurance will protect you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It\u2019s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I\u2019ve had to use it many times in the past. My favorite companies that offer the best service and value are:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Want to Travel for Free?<\/strong><br \/>Travel credit cards allow you to earn points that can be redeemed for free flights and accommodation \u2014 all without any extra spending. Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-tips\/picking-a-travel-credit-card\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">my guide to picking the right card and my current favorites<\/a> to get started and see the latest best deals.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Need Help Finding Activities for Your Trip?<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;placement=content-top\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Get Your Guide<\/a> is a huge online marketplace where you can find cool walking tours, fun excursions, skip-the-line tickets, private guides, and more. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready to Book Your Trip?<\/strong><br \/>Check out my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">resource page<\/a> for the best companies to use when you travel. I list all the ones I use when I travel. They are the best in class and you can\u2019t go wrong using them on your trip.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nomadic Matt has partnered with ThePointsGuy.com for our coverage of credit card products. Some or all of the card offers on this page are from advertisers and compensation may impact how and where card products appear on the site. Nomadic Matt and ThePointsGuy.com may receive a commission from card issuers. 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