[Targeted] American Express: Delta Reserve 125,000 Miles + 10K MQM

Update 8/17/21: Deal is showing up again. Hat tip to dallasguy123

The Offer

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• American Express is offering an increased bonus on the Delta SkyMiles Reserve of 125,000 miles + 10,000 MQM miles after $5,000 in spend within the first three months.

Card Details

• $550 annual fee, not waived first year
• Card earns at the following rates:
  • 3x miles on Delta purchases
  • 1x miles on all other purchases
• Earn 15,000 Medallion Qualification Miles (MQMs) after you spend $30,000 in purchases on your Card in a calendar year, up to four times
• Waive the MQDs requirement towards Platinum, Gold or Silver Medallion Status if you make at least $25,000 in purchases in that year
• Complimentary Delta Sky Club Access & Access to The Centurion Lounge
• Receive a Domestic First Class, Delta Comfort+® or Main Cabin round-trip companion certificate each year upon renewal

Our Verdict

Good deal if you have use of the MQM and the lounge access, but the $550 annual fee is off putting for most people. Won’t add this to the best credit card bonuses page because it’s targeted.

Hat tip to FM