American Express Platinum: Valuable benefits and an offer as high as 175,000 bonus points

American Express' flagship American Express Platinum Card® is firmly positioned as one of the top premium travel rewards cards on the market.With an $895 annual fee (see rates and fees), the Platinum delivers lounge access, hotel elite status, extensive statement credits and strong earning rates on flights and lodging.Combined with a potentially valuable welcome offer for new applicants, the Platinum continues to offer exceptional rewards and travel perks for those who can maximize its benefits.Here's a closer look at the current offer and what you'll get with the Amex Platinum.Amex Platinum welcome offerAmerican Express takes a different approach to welcome offers for the Platinum compared to some of its other cards: Applicants must submit an application to see their personalized welcome offer, which is displayed before they accept and complete the process.New Amex Platinum applicants can find out their offer and see if they're eligible for as high as 175,000 bonus points after spending $12,000 on purchases in the first six months of card membership. Welcome offers vary, and you may not be eligible for an offer.THE POINTS GUYThe exact offer will be shown after you submit the appli...