How Business Cards can help enhance business travel

There are many advantages to a Business Credit or Charge Card. You can separate business expenditures from personal, manage cashflow and take advantage of business travel rewards. They’re also useful to manage business travel expenses for flights, hotels and car hire to make your trip that bit easier.

Can travel benefit your Business?

Over the last few years, video calls have become the norm. Though they’re convenient, they might not offer the advantages that meeting in person does.

 

There are many benefits to a business trip. If you visit a supplier or client, you can develop a more personal connection. It’s also a great way to extend your network. Meeting face-to-face, you might be introduced to potential clients, investors, or contacts that you wouldn’t meet on a video call.

 

Visiting in person sets you apart from your competitors. It builds trust and connection and could put you front of mind when important decisions are being made about who to work with, both now and in the future.

Cost-saving strategies with a Business Card

A Business Credit or Charge Card can support businesses’ requirements. They often offer reward points for eligible spend on your everyday business purchases. These can be redeemed for work flights, upgrades, accommodation or car rental. Some Cards also offer travel insurance to give you more peace of mind.

 

Explore the world of travel benefits an American Express Business Card offers.

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Manage accommodation costs

Some Amex Cards allow you to earn Membership Rewards® points1 on your everyday Business expenses which you can then redeem for benefits at hotels and resorts. You can also choose a Card with partnerships with hotel chains to access extra benefits.

 

  • The American Express® Business Gold Plus Card can give you access to Hilton Honors Silver Status so you can earn points and enjoy benefits at eligible hotels and resorts within the Hilton Portfolio2 (to enjoy these benefits, enrolment is required).
  • With the American Express® Platinum Business Card, you gain elite status with the loyalty programs of Hilton Honors, Marriott Bonvoy and Radisson Rewards (individual enrolment in each program is required)3.

And with both Cards, you can also access The Hotel Collection benefits: book a room with The Hotel Collection and receive special benefits including room upgrades (when available) and a hotel credit of up to US$100 on qualifying charges4.

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Look for a Business Card with car rental partnerships

Often offices are out of town or somewhere not easily accessible. Arrange car hire in advance so you can pick up a vehicle from the airport and drive to your destination. With Our Platinum Business Card and Business Gold Plus Card, you get access to the Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® loyalty program that lets you enjoy exclusive benefits at participating locations worldwide5.

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Cover yourself with Travel Insurance

Most Amex Business Cards offer travel insurance to help you face unexpected inconvenience when traveling6. Some benefits include:

  • Travel Inconvenience Cover
  • Transport Accident Cover
  • Domestic and Overseas Travel Insurance

The level of insurance you receive will be determined by the type of Business Card you have. Some will require that you pay for your return trip with your Card. Terms, conditions and exclusions apply (such as maximum age limits, pre-existing medical conditions and cover limits).

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Optimising business travel with a Business Card

You can make your travel experience that bit more comfortable and stress-free by taking advantage of Business Cards’ travel benefits.

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Enjoy airport lounge access

If you travel for business a lot, you may need a quiet space to relax at the airport or somewhere to work or meet with clients or colleagues. There are several Business Cards with airport lounge access, where you can enjoy a place away from the noise to catch up on emails. Some airport lounges have meeting rooms so you can really make the most of your time. The American Express Business Cards offer many airport lounge access options:

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Don’t miss out on business travel rewards for Frequent Flyers

Don’t forget to take advantage of reward points for frequent travellers. If you are a Frequent Flyer, check out the Business Credit Cards or Charge Cards that allow the transfer of the points you earn to leading Frequent Flyer programs.

Some Business Cards even allow you to earn points directly in their partner airline program.

  • With the American Express® Qantas Business Rewards Card, you earn Qantas Points on your eligible everyday business expenses10 and you receive complimentary Qantas Business Rewards membership11, offering savings on the base fare of eligible flights and access to exclusive offers12.
  • With the American Express® Velocity Business Card, you earn Velocity Points on your eligible Business spend13, which can be redeemed on business-class flights, hotel stays and car rental for you and your employees14.

Take advantage of extra travel management support

If you are looking for extra support for your Business travel needs, the American Express® Platinum Business Card can assist you with booking and confirming flights, hotel and car reservations and even sightseeing activities with dedicated Platinum Travel Services15.

 

take advantage of extra travel management support
take advantage of extra travel management support

Take advantage of extra travel management support

If you are looking for extra support for your Business travel needs, the American Express® Platinum Business Card can assist you with booking and confirming flights, hotel and car reservations and even sightseeing activities with dedicated Platinum Travel Services15.