I Tried Every Amex Alternative in the UK... I Learned This
Looking for the best UK travel cards or points cards that AREN’T Amex? In this video I tier-rank the Barclaycard Avios and Avios Plus, Virgin Atlantic (Reward & Reward+), and HSBC Premier World Elite to show which cards earn the most points, unlock companion vouchers, lounge access, and the most realistic path to business class on a budget.
I’ll cover fees, perks, sweet spots, and which card fits beginners vs pros. Watch to see what beats Amex for UK travellers 👀
Chapters:
00:52 Barclaycard Avios Card
01:52 Barclaycard Avios Plus Card
02:32 Virgin Atlantic Reward Credit Card
03:42 Virgin Atlantic Reward+ Credit Card
04:51 HSBC World Elite Mastercard
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