earn air NZ Status Points from amex

American Express and Air New Zealand have partnered to launch the Air New Zealand American Express Platinum Card, providing those who love to travel with the fastest way to get their wings.

With an annual fee of $395 the Card gives you an outstanding amount of value. Take a look for yourself: http://www.americanexpress.com/newzealand/campaigns/flyfastestmountain/index.shtml

A Faster way to Status Points

For every $250 you spend on your Card you'll earn 1 Status Point2, which could help you to retain your current Airpoints status or reach a higher Airpoints status, and enjoy exclusive benefits and privileges, faster8.To upgrade or retain Airpoints Tier Status at least half of the required Status Points must come from qualifying flights with Air New Zealand or Star Alliance partners.

Status Points are what determine your tier status. Silver tier 450 points,Gold 900 Gold Elite 1,500 points

Koru joining fee waiver and annual membership discount

Koru offers the discerning traveller many benefits and privileges. You'll receive an individual Koru joining fee waiver of $255 and a reduced annual membership discount of $145 (to just $361)4 for as long as you hold your Card.

The Card also offers the fastest Platinum Card earn rate of $752 = 1 Airpoints Dollar3 to get you flying even faster. Not to mention 1 Status Point for every $250 spent2, to help you retain your Airpoints Status or reach the next one quicker.

Other Card member privileges include a Koru joining fee waiver4 saving new members $255, and a Koru annual individual membership discount4 saving you $145 every year. While you're travelling, know that you're protected with Domestic and International Travel Insurance5. And no matter where you are in the world, we're here to look after you with American Express Platinum Priority Servicing 24/7.

Take advantage of our introductory offer and give your Airpoints Dollars Account a boost. Receive 200 bonus Airpoints Dollars if you apply, are approved by 31 December 2011 and spend $500 on the Card within the first three months6.