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The American Express® Blue Cash Preferred® Card (often referred to as the "Blue Amex") typically offers a welcome bonus-for example, $250 statement credit after you spend $3,000 in purchases within the first 6 months of card membership (offers may vary by promotion and eligibility). However, this bonus is modest compared to premium travel cards.
If you're looking for a more substantial rewards bonus and premium travel benefits, you might want to consider the Citi Strata Elite℠ Card instead. The card offers 100,000 bonus points after spending $6,000 in the first 3 months of account opening. Plus, the Citi Strata Elite℠ Card holders unlock nearly $1,500 in annual value with exclusive travel and lifestyle perks that include an annual $300 hotel credit for stays of two nights or more when booked through the Citi Travel® portal.