Apple Card and Booking.com Accelerate Genius Level 2 Benefits for US Users

Apple Card holders in the United States can now be upgraded automatically to Booking.com’s Genius Level 2 after completing a single eligible accommodation or car‑rental booking, instead of the usual requirement of five bookings over two years. The Level 2 status provides discounts of 10 % to 15 % on participating stays and rentals, as well as complimentary breakfast or free room upgrades at selected properties.

The partnership also adds cash‑back incentives: users earn 3 % Daily Cash on qualifying bookings paid with Apple Card and Apple Pay, and receive an additional 2 % in Booking.com travel credits after the stay. These credits are issued after the trip and can be applied toward future bookings. The offer is limited to U.S. cardholders; the Apple Card is not available in France or other markets.