Frequent Miler on the Air AA's disappointing $350 Globe card | Coffee Break Ep74 | 10-21-25
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Oct 21, 2025 Citi's new AAdvantage Globe Mastercard comes with a hefty $350 annual fee but fails to impress. The hosts dive into its perks, like free checked bags and lounge access, and compare it to the Barclays Aviator Silver card. They'll discuss the card’s potential for frequent flyers and those hunting for loyalty points through hotels. A critical look reveals missed opportunities in value and benefits, ultimately questioning if this card really meets the needs of today’s travelers.
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Welcome Bonus And Earnings Are Middling
- The Globe card offers 90,000 miles after $5,000 in three months and pays 6X on AA hotels, 3X on AA purchases, 2X restaurants, 1X everywhere else.
- Greg and Nick call the earnings structure underwhelming compared with other cards and clarify the 6X is redeemable miles, not loyalty points.
Perks Mirror Expectations With A Few Extras
- The Globe card includes typical perks: first checked bag free, priority boarding, four Admirals Club lounge passes, and a $99 companion certificate yearly.
- It also has up to $100 splurge credit and $120 in statement credits for inflight purchases plus Global Entry/TSA Pre credits.
Elite Boost Rewards Actual Flying
- The card awards up to 15,000 additional AAdvantage loyalty points per year based on flying revenue AA flights.
- Cardholders earn 5,000 bonus loyalty points after every four qualifying revenue flights, up to three times per year.