The Centurion Card by American Express

“Rarely Seen, Always Recognized!”
The original “black card”, the American Express Centurion credit card is legendary among upscale travelers. In order to pre-qualify for this invitation-only card, you have to charge it at least $250,000, plus pay $2,500 in annual fees.

If you have an active and mobile lifestyle, and in need of a level of service that can be ofered to only to selected individuals worldwide an American Express maybe for you.

What Are the Benefits?
. made from titanium
. dedicated Concierge and Travel Agent
. complimentary companion airline tickets on international flights
. personal shoppers at retailers such as Escada, Gucci, and Neiman Marcus
. saves you money with flight upgrades, hotel upgrades, suites upgrades
. free fancy meals (you only pay for the bottles of $800 wines)
. VIP tables at igh end-clubs + Personal Bodyguard
. exclusive magazine called “Black Ink”
. status & shock value, your subjects will simply be shocked

Where is it available?

. United States
. Canada
. Japan
. Australia
. Russia
. Europe Middle East, and Asia

The annual fee in the United States is $2,500, with a one-time $5,000 initiation fee for the first year.

If you don’t have to pay the fees of the centurion card because your business partner covers them, then it is well worth it and you can definitely maximize its’ use, especially if you travel frequently. The real question is, do you think the Centurion card is worth the $7500 year 1 fee?

Update: A friend of ours, Nelly Furtado, told us that there is a Black Card with similar benefits. The great thing about this card is that it is only $495 annual fee instead of $2,500. Just like the Centurion card, you get a concierge and many of the same travel benefits. But unlike the Centurion card your free companion trips are not limited to 4 each year, instead you get unlimited companion trips. And the Luxury Gifts she received from the Black Card were more up her alley.