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Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

Anonymous — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 01:54:22 GMT

I noticed a lot of people get AMEX Delta Gold. Is it because it's prestigious? Please do not take anything I say on this thread as insulting. I am just trying to wrap my head around paying a 95 dollar annual fee?

I'm sure I missed some perks and I am honestly looking for a good reason to have an Amex? Does it benefit mostly people who fly Delta often? I don't fly much so maybe that's why I'm missing the point?

Thanks in advance for answering my dumb question.

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

shakalaka — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 01:59:26 GMT

Well it is supposed to be the easiest revolver to get from Amexco. And the 30K Miles are nice if you are flying Delta. And free baggage etc.

Once you are in, it can grow quickly with you (see 3x CLI at 61 days sticky)

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

Anonymous — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 02:07:49 GMT

1. It's a revolver

2. It's easy to get

3. Various sign-up promos depending on your needs (I picked 35k miles +$100 statement credit after $750)

4. 3x CLI after 60 days

5. It gets you in with Amex.. which cant be a bad thing.

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

Jazzzy — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 02:12:02 GMT

We fly Delta a lot....use the miles....free baggage....companion ticket. I do some of my online through Delta Skymiles shopping when I can (has all the big retailers). That adds a lot of miles on for things I would buy anyway.

We've had ours since 2009 and it is our go to card. I can see where it might not be your thing if you don't fly Delta.

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

Anonymous — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 02:46:20 GMT

I got mine because there were a few trips to be taken last year. The annual fee is made up with 1 round trip flight. Like the other's have said:

--first checked bag free (and if you are nice, the SkyCaps will let you go with heavy bags without charging, but don't be a jerk--tip appropriately),

--priority boarding; often overlooked and dismissed as a benefit with no value but consider when you are flying domestic, you are likely on a smaller jet. Narrow aisles, disobedient passengers, etc. You get on with the first and business flyers and you can settle in way before the zombies shuffle on

--20% discount on in-flight stuff like headsets,cocktails, snacks

--double miles when booking through Deltadotcom

--AF waived the first year

Well worth the $95 AF.

The companion ticket has been discontinued and here is my personal dilemma. I have my companion ticket that has to be redeemed before AUG2013 but after that, do I cancel and stick with my Plat charge or upgrade the Gold to Platinum....

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

jake619 — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 02:54:34 GMT

@Anonymous wrote:
I got mine because there were a few trips to be taken last year. The annual fee is made up with 1 round trip flight. Like the other's have said:
--first checked bag free (and if you are nice, the SkyCaps will let you go with heavy bags without charging, but don't be a jerk--tip appropriately),
--priority boarding; often overlooked and dismissed as a benefit with no value but consider when you are flying domestic, you are likely on a smaller jet. Narrow aisles, disobedient passengers, etc. You get on with the first and business flyers and you can settle in way before the zombies shuffle on
--20% discount on in-flight stuff like headsets,cocktails, snacks
--double miles when booking through Deltadotcom
--AF waived the first year

Well worth the $95 AF.

The companion ticket has been discontinued and here is my personal dilemma. I have my companion ticket that has to be redeemed before AUG2013 but after that, do I cancel and stick with my Plat charge or upgrade the Gold to Platinum....

Forgive my ignorance, but how is this validated? My travels for work are very regional so its usually the SouthWorst treatment for me. Just curious how they (Delta) validate you as a priority boarding passenger. Thanks.

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

Anonymous — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 02:56:32 GMT

@jake619 wrote:
@Anonymous wrote:
I got mine because there were a few trips to be taken last year. The annual fee is made up with 1 round trip flight. Like the other's have said:
--first checked bag free (and if you are nice, the SkyCaps will let you go with heavy bags without charging, but don't be a jerk--tip appropriately),
--priority boarding; often overlooked and dismissed as a benefit with no value but consider when you are flying domestic, you are likely on a smaller jet. Narrow aisles, disobedient passengers, etc. You get on with the first and business flyers and you can settle in way before the zombies shuffle on
--20% discount on in-flight stuff like headsets,cocktails, snacks
--double miles when booking through Deltadotcom
--AF waived the first year

Well worth the $95 AF.

The companion ticket has been discontinued and here is my personal dilemma. I have my companion ticket that has to be redeemed before AUG2013 but after that, do I cancel and stick with my Plat charge or upgrade the Gold to Platinum....
Forgive my ignorance, but how is this validated? My travels for work are very regional so its usually the SouthWorst treatment for me. Just curious how they (Delta) validate you as a priority boarding passenger. Thanks.

Your SM number is on the ticket. Delta boards Sky Priority separately and in a different line.

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

jake619 — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 03:00:32 GMT

Ahhh. Thx

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

BearsAndTurtlesRtheBest — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 03:02:04 GMT

WHy get an AMEX Delta Gold!?!?! Because you can! thats why! lmbo but no really like they have mentioned its the easiest to get from AMEX. PLUS the annual fee isnt alot like come on there ara cards that have an annual fee of $400. 95 dollars is nothing

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

sakhalin070 — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 03:21:21 GMT

For many its the foot in the door with AMEX. Delta is also one of the larger airlines (and has alliances with numerous other airlines), so if one flies Delta a lot, they will find it useful.

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

Anonymous — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 04:00:35 GMT

the rewards are also good if you use them correctly, the last award ticket I booked got 3.5% return on my points. I got a 900$ ticket for 25k miles

my advise is if you're going to use the companion ticket make sure you get the platinum, you actually save money that way!

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

nickn86 — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 07:26:40 GMT

Delta Gold is a fairly mediocre airline card overall, but can be very convenient if you live in a Delta hub city or just fly Delta a lot. The reason it's mediocre (I have one) is because Delta miles have the least value of the legacy carriers. Still I've used it to take advantage of free bag check, Zone 1 boarding (not to be confused with SkyPriority boarding. If you're flying out of/to a Delta hub basically everyone will get on before you or wirth), and the half-off lounge access ($25 which is not bad for unlimited drinks, snacks and wifi).

If you really want to earn Delta miles the best card overall is the Amex Premier Rewards Gold card (2x groceries/gas and 3x airfare which can be transferred to Delta miles) or the Amex Starwood card (transfer bonus for transferring SPG points to Delta). You even get more miles on Delta purchases using PRG.

Delta Platinum and Reserve's worth are dependent entirely on your frequent flyer status-level with Delta. Also, keep in mind with Delta's new Skymiles system starting next year, spending $25k on a Delta Amex waives the new Medallion Qualifying Dollars (MQD) requirement to reach status.

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

Anonymous — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 07:58:47 GMT

Because the chicks dig it when I throw down the card to the waiter and...it comes in handy if I'm short on cash until payday and need a short spot. AMEX gets the booty, and that's important when you're a Pirate.

Minor vulgarity edit --Rev

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

Anonymous — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 22:32:19 GMT

Thanks everyone for the honest answers and LOL at some of you. Very funny responses.

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

Anonymous — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 01:05:58 GMT

The delta AMEX Does NOT get sky priority, that is reserved for Medallions and First Class

The delta card gets zone 1 which is after SP and is for Amex and Econ comfort passengers

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

Repo-ed — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 01:38:51 GMT

Got mine so I could board zone 1

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

redwalker2929 — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 02:24:17 GMT

A $900.00 ticket for 25,000 points!? I have always found its based on actual price of ticket. Can you please elaborate?

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

redwalker2929 — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 02:26:55 GMT

@Anonymous wrote:
the rewards are also good if you use them correctly, the last award ticket I booked got 3.5% return on my points. I got a 900$ ticket for 25k miles

my advise is if you're going to use the companion ticket make sure you get the platinum, you actually save money that way!

A $900 ticket for 25,000 miles!? Can you please elaborate?

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

jake619 — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 02:39:30 GMT

@Anonymous wrote:
Because the chicks dig it when I throw down the card to the waiter and...it comes in handy if I'm short on cash until payday and need a short spot. AMEX gets the booty, and that's important when you're a Pirate.

Minor vulgarity edit --Rev

How many things are wrong here? ~~I think~~ this ~~might be~~ is my new signature.

Re: Why Get an AMEX Delta Gold?

Anonymous — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 02:51:58 GMT

@redwalker2929 wrote:
A $900.00 ticket for 25,000 points!? I have always found its based on actual price of ticket. Can you please elaborate?

sure... FSM to ATL depart 2/4 return 2/5.... just checked and right now the price is 1241.80.... cost me 25k miles...