Is the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Amex worth the $650 annual fee?

The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card is a high-end travel rewards card designed for frequent travelers who stay at Marriott properties. Here’s an overview of its key features and benefits:

Key Features:

• Annual Fee: $450 (waived in the first year)
• Sign-Up Bonus: 120,000 points after spending $3,000 on purchases within the first three months.
• Reward Structure:
  • 6 points per dollar on eligible purchases at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy program
  • 3 points per dollar at restaurants worldwide and on flights booked directly with airlines
  • 2 points per dollar on other eligible purchases

Benefits:

1. Sign-Up Bonus:

   • Earn 120,000 points after spending $3,000 in the first three months.

2. Marriott Bonvoy Elite Status:

   • Platinum Elite status for one year (40 elite night credits).
   • This can stack with other Marriott cards to help reach Titanium Elite status.

3. Free Night Award:

   • One free night award at any participating hotel, subject to availability and blackout dates.

Read the full article at The Points Guy

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