You'll be able to use your Amex in Samoa, but you definitely need a backup Visa or Mastercard. In Apia, the capital, major hotels like the Sheraton an...

You're in luck, because Amex is actually more widely accepted here than in many other island nations. Since the US dollar is the official currency and...

That's an interesting question, and the answer is yes and no. Yes, Amex is accepted at major hotels like the Le Méridien Nouméa Resort & Spa, some...

You're definitely going to want a backup card. Montserrat is a place where cash is still king. I was there last year and even in the capital, Little B...

You can use your Amex in Micronesia, but it's best to have a backup. Major tourist-oriented spots and some hotels like the Village Hotel in Pohnpei wi...

Amex in Malawi? That’s a risky move, to be honest. I was there last year and even finding a working ATM that accepts Visa was sometimes tough, especia...

Amex is rarely accepted in Liberia, even in Monrovia. Most businesses, banks like Ecobank Liberia, and ATMs prefer Visa and Mastercard. When I travele...

In Lebanon, Amex works pretty well, especially in Beirut’s upscale areas like Ashrafieh and Hamra. Many hotels, restaurants, and shops accept it, but ...

Iraq isn’t Amex-friendly in most places. Visa and Mastercard dominate, especially in Baghdad, Erbil, and Basra. I had to rely on my Visa and Mastercar...