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Prime Day Deals That are Actually Worth It + 120k Points & A Mexico City Guide

Published 9 months ago • 2 min read

Hey Reader,

I hope wherever you are is approximately 10 degrees cooler than the heat we're having in New York 🥵 Summer is in full swing, and from Prime Day to new, highest-ever welcome bonuses (worth at least $1,500), there are some great deals that can help facilitate your upcoming travel plans.

Whether you're lounging by the pool, planning a weekend getaway, or dreaming about your next big trip, I hope you have some exciting travel on the horizon. Personally, I’m gearing up for some amazing trips to Paris, Spain, and Mexico City, and I couldn’t be more excited to share itineraries and luxury travel tricks with you - stay tuned!

But before I jet off, here are a few helpful deals that might make your summer even better:

Amazon Prime Deals that are ACTUALLY worth it

Now, I know it’s tempting to go on a shopping spree, but trust me, you don’t need everything that’s on sale. I’ve put together a list of 12 Prime Day deals that are actually worth it.

Ultimate Guide to Mexico City 🇲🇽

If Mexico City is on your radar (and it should be!), I’ve got you covered with my complete guide. Wondering which neighborhoods to stay in? Where to eat? What to do? I’ve compiled all my favorite spots and tips into one comprehensive guide. Plus, I’m sharing my personal Google Map with all my saved locations.

Highest-Ever Welcome Bonus Offer 💰

If you're in the market for a new card that comes with a ton of points, this is the moment you've been waiting for. The welcome bonus on one of my favorite business cards just jumped from 80k to 120k points (worth at least $1,500) and costs just $95 a year. I'm not allowed to name this card over email 🤫 but it's the second card in the list here - check it out.
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Not sure if you qualify for a business card? It's easier than you think - here's an article answering all your FAQs.

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Other Elevated Offers 💰

I've also been seeing increased sign up bonuses for a few of my favorite non-business cards lately. Try opening the links on a mobile device vs desktop, or in incognito mode to see which gets you the highest offer:

  • ​American Express® Gold Card: Seeing 75k-90k point welcome bonus instead of the standard 60k. This is my favorite card for dining and groceries as you earn 4x points on these purchases.
  • ​The Platinum Card® from American Express: Seeing 100k-125k point welcome bonus instead of the standard 80k. This is my card for luxury lounge access
  • You can learn more here about my favorite beginner card for earning 60,000 flexible points, worth at least $750, for just $95 a year.
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Not sure which card is right for you? I offer free consultations based on your goals.

Hope this helps and feel free to reply if you have questions!

Cheers to your next adventure ✈️🥂,

Deryn and the team at Inside the Upgrade

​www.InsideTheUpgrade.com​

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