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    At Wimbledon today I visited both AmEx lounges, and was rather unimpressed. Queue to gain access, then feel free to buy a drink at the cash bar.
    By contrast, anyone with a Barclays account could “spin” for a possible prize. I won a hat (that retails at £35), and the lady next to me won a pair of socks. Anyone with a Premier account was given a Wimbledon tote, containing the day’s programme (£12 otherwise) and some ground Lavazza coffee to take home.
    Oh – and an e-voucher for a serving of strawberries and cream.
    AmEx need to improve their game.

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    I’m not really very surprised as Barclays and HSBC are trying to up their game with higher income customers whereas Amex seems to pander principally to coupon clipping and/or flibbertigibbet type customers and its customer service and social offerings are tailored accordingly.

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