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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 Reserve®
Major Updates to the Chase Sapphire Reserve®!
New Credit Card! Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business®
There is a new credit card in the market - the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business! I’m 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!
Ultimate Guide to the American Express® Gold Card
While the American Express® Gold Card comes with a higher annual fee, the value it offers can easily outweigh the cost. With elevated points on dining and groceries, generous monthly food credits, and a strong lineup of transfer partners, you have the potential to unlock incredible travel rewards—whether you're booking flights or hotel stays. For those who maximize its benefits, this card can be a true game-changer.
All About IHG Free Night Certificates
IHG free night certificates are a valuable perk that can unlock high-end stays with no extra cost—just be sure to book early and understand the restrictions. Used strategically, they can stretch your rewards and elevate your travel experience without breaking the bank!
5 Ways You Can Redeem Chase Points For a Disney Vacation
5 Ways to Use Chase Points to Book a Disney Vacation! Here’s a guide with several different ways to cover Disney costs with your Chase points!
What are 100k Chase Ultimate Rewards® Points Worth?
The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is one of the most beginner friendly cards for travel rewards and here’s some ways to make your points more valuable!
How to Make Your Chase Ultimate Rewards® Points Worth More!
The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is one of the most beginner friendly cards for travel rewards and here’s a tip on how to make your points worth more!
How to Book Vacation Rentals on Points
Vacation rentals can be a great way to keep the family (or multiple families!) together while you explore, but they can also be a huge expense for your trip. Here are some ways to save on vacation rentals or to even use points and miles to cover the cost of a vacation rentals.
Tips to Get the Most Value Out of Your Hilton Reward Stays
Hilton standard nights on points cost a lot more points compared to Hyatt, however there are some ways to maximize your Hilton bookings to get the most value out of your points and still get a great redemption! Keep reading for some tips!
How to Cover Travel Expenses with Aeroplan Miles (And Why You May Want To!)
While there are certain sweet spots of hotels and flights you can cover with points and miles, sometimes it can be tricky to cover other specific forms of travel - like cruises, Airbnbs, non-chain hotels, and rental cars. This guest post guide gives you all the details on a unique way to cover travel purchases to get the most out of your Chase Aeroplan miles.
7 Family Friendly Holiday Inns That You Can Book With Credit Card Points
If you’re looking for a budget-friendly family vacation on points, be sure to look into the IHG brand of hotels! These include Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express hotels which can get your family a hotel stay for free on points!
Delta Credit Cards
Delta is such a popular airline! If you love flying Delta or live near a Delta hub, you may want to consider getting a Delta credit card!
Points and Miles for Cruises
Booking a cruise with points and miles is usually not the best way to stretch your points and miles far (you can usually get a redemption value of 1-1.25 cent per point) however you CAN use points and miles to cover the cost of a cruise! If a cruise is something you value, using points is a great way to go on a cruise for FREE!
How to Save on Rental Cars
Rental Cars can be a huge expense on a vacation! Here are some ways to save on rental cars or to even use points and miles to cover the cost of a rental car.
Popular Ski Resorts to Book With Credit Card Points
Our family loves to go skiing in the winter, but ski trips can become very expensive when you add in lift tickets, ski lessons, winter gear, and more. If you can cover the cost of flights and ski resorts with points though, your next winter ski trip will be much more attainable and your travel budget can stretch so much further!
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!
Ultimate Guide to the Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card
The Ink Business Unlimited Credit Card is a solid no-annual fee credit card that earns Chase Ultimate Rewards - my favorite kind of points!
Ultimate Guide to the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card
The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is a beginner friendy travel rewards credit card. Your miles you earn on this card are flexible and easy to use!
Oh hey, I’m Annie.
I love to travel with my family!
A few years ago, I grew tired of saving and waiting to take those “bigger” vacations with my family.
THAT’S 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, I’m showing you how to do it too.