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Sapphire Reserve 2026 Hotel Credit Updates: What You Need to Know
As of January 1st 2026, Chase updated the hotel perks on the Chase Sapphire Reserveยฎ and Chase Sapphire Reserve for Businessโ , giving cardholders more flexibility with existing credits and introducing an additional hotel credit for stays booked through Chase Travelโ . Hereโs what you need to know.
Chase Freedom Unlimitedยฎ Review
I constantly get requests for a card that checks these boxes:
โ๏ธ No annual fee
โ๏ธ Not a business credit card
โ๏ธ Low minimum spend
If that sounds like you, the Chase Freedom Unlimitedยฎ is absolutely worth a look right now!
Hereโs a full breakdown of the current offer, benefits, and whether the Freedom Unlimited is right for you!
Chase Sapphire Preferredยฎ Card Review
The Chase Sapphire Preferredยฎ Card is one of the best travel credit cards thanks the generous welcome bonus, strong earning rates, and valuable perks. Learn how this $95-annual-fee card can unlock flights, hotel stays, and travel protections that make your points go even further.
My 2 Favorite No Annual Fee Credit Cards!
The Chase Ink Business Cashยฎ and Chase Ink Business Unlimitedยฎ are two of the best no-annual-fee business cards on the market.
The main difference? Ink Cash rewards you with high bonus categories (like 5x at office supply stores and internet/cable/phone), while Ink Unlimited keeps it simple with 1.5x points on every purchase. Both are fantastic โ and when you pair either card with a premium Chase card, your points can be transferred to travel partners like Hyatt, Southwest, and United for outsized value.
Chase Ink Business Unlimited vs. Chase Ink Business Cash โ Which One Is Right For You?
The Chase Ink Business Cashยฎ and Chase Ink Business Unlimitedยฎ are two of the best no-annual-fee business cards on the market.
The main difference? Ink Cash rewards you with high bonus categories (like 5x at office supply stores and internet/cable/phone), while Ink Unlimited keeps it simple with 1.5x points on every purchase. Both are fantastic โ and when you pair either card with a premium Chase card, your points can be transferred to travel partners like Hyatt, Southwest, and United for outsized value.
Capital One Venture X vs. Venture X Business: Which Card Is Right for You?
The Capital One Venture X and Venture X Business may look nearly identicalโsame annual fee, travel credits, and lounge accessโbut key differences in spending requirements, bonuses, and business perks make one a better fit depending on your goals. Hereโs how they compare side by side.
New! Points Boost Across Select Chase Credit Cards
Starting June 23, 2025, Chase rolled out a new feature called Points Boost, which automatically applies to both new and current cardholders. Instead of those old fixed redemptions, Points Boost offers anywhere from 1.25 to 2.0 cents per point on eligible travel bookings on select flights and hotel stays made through Chase Travel.
Major Updates to the Chase Sapphire Reserveยฎ
Major Updates to the Chase Sapphire Reserveยฎ!
All About the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Businessโ
There is a new credit card in the market - the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business! Iโm always looking for more ways to earn more Chase points so this news is exciting! Chase says this premium credit card unlocks over $2,500 in annual value! Is this card worth a spot in your wallet, especially with the high annual fee? Keep reading to find out!
5 Ways You Can Redeem Chase Points For a Disney Vacation
5 Ways to Use Chase Points to Book a Disney Vacation! Hereโs a guide with several different ways to cover Disney costs with your Chase points!
The Best Walt Disney World Hotels to Book with Points
Using credit card points to cover the cost of your Walt Disney World stay can make your Disney dreams an affordable reality!
Oh hey, Iโm Annie.
I love to travel with my family!
A few years ago, I grew tired of saving and waiting to take those โbiggerโ vacations with my family.
THATโS WHEN I FOUND TRAVEL REWARD CREDIT CARDS!
I learned how to use credit card points and miles mostly earned from credit card sign up bonuses to travel for nearly free! Within 18 months, I redeemed over $20,000 worth of travel using credit card points and miles and we took 8 family vacations/trips, including vacations to Hawaii and Walt Disney World! And now, Iโm showing you how to do it too.
