How the Venture X complements the Chase Sapphire Preferred

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) is a natural starting point for anyone new to travel rewards, thanks to its strong bonus categories, flexible Ultimate Rewards points and solid travel protections at a reasonable annual fee. But after you’ve used it for a while, a familiar question tends to pop up: What…

First look at the new Recoleta Grand hotel in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires has a plethora of points hotels, including old favorites like the Palacio Duhau – Park Hyatt Buenos Aires. However, the latest points hotel to open in Argentina’s capital comes courtesy of Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio. The hotel officially began welcoming guests in June 2025 and comprises 142 rooms and suites. Although it’s in one…

What it was like on Amtrak’s new Acela ‘NexGen’ trains

Amtrak has joined the 21st century with brand new trains now in service on key routes in the U.S. I’ve been eagerly covering and anticipating the new Amtrak next-generation train sets that are finally traveling the busy Northeast Corridor after years and years of delays. We got our first look at the trains in 2022,…

The credit card that opens the door to luxury Hyatt stays

Aspirational travel — stylish hotels, great locations and memorable experiences — does not have to come with a high price tag. The World of Hyatt Credit Card from Chase (see rates and fees) can make enjoying elevated travel experiences possible by turning everyday purchases into Hyatt stays around the world. I have personally had this…

How to transfer Chase points to British Airways Club

Chase Ultimate Rewards points can be transferred to British Airways Club at a 1:1 rate, opening up worldwide redemption options when booking British Airways flights or its airline partners, including Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. Here’s a step-by-step guide to transferring your Chase points to become British Airways Avios (the loyalty currency of the British…

Why I used my (up to) $50 Hilton Aspire airline credit to buy points

One of the best things about redeeming travel rewards is strategizing how to get the absolute fattest return per point. Airline miles and hotel points can be worth exponentially more than simply redeeming your rewards for cash back, depending on how you use them. But did you know that you can get outsize value for…