World Elite vs. World Legend Mastercard: What’s the difference?

If you've been interested in rewards credit cards for any length of time, you may be familiar with the World Elite Mastercard and World Legend Mastercard designations, the latter of which launched just last year.They might just seem like fancy naming conventions at first glance, but in practice, there are important differences between the two. Understanding what each label offers will help you maximize your Mastercards effectively.Keep in mind that your credit card issuer has the final say on which benefits and rewards are offered. That said, here's everything you need to know.What is a World Elite Mastercard?World Elite Mastercards tend to be entry-to-mid-tier rewards cards, such as the no-annual-fee Citi Double Cash® Card (see rates and fees) and $99-per-year (after the $0 introductory first year) Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard® (see rates and fees).World Elite Mastercards can come with some solid benefits, although the perks your specific World Elite card comes with may vary. These potential benefits include:A Priority Pass Select membership: Access over 1,900 airport lounges and experiences worldwide (may require payment depending on your card).Peac...