Amex Travel 2x points question.

creditnocash · ‎09-25-2012

it has to be booked through the american express website right?

as in i cant book from anywhere it has to be directly throught them? amex.com travel. etc...

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ramblin_wreck08 · ‎09-26-2012

As I understand it, yes. They seem to have comparable rates in my limited experience.

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EmpressLuv · ‎09-26-2012

Yes you have to book through their travel site and although the rates are comparable you pay an extra 13.95 or something like that for the service.

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espnjunkie · ‎09-26-2012

At first it seems like a good deal, but I find that you can get better rates using other travel websites. The 2X points isn't really worth it unless you are spending tons. I usually just go for the cheapest rate online.

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