
What is Cents Per Point (CPP) and Why It Matters
Not sure if you should use points or pay cash for your next trip? That’s where Cents Per Point (CPP) comes in. This simple calculation helps you figure out the real value of your credit card rewards so you can make smarter redemptions - whether you’re using cash back, bank points or airline miles. In this post, we break down how to calculate CPP, what counts as “good” value, and how to make the most of every point.

Chicago: Food, Fun and Free Nights
We spent four days exploring Chicago - eating great food, seeing the sights, and using free hotel nights from a credit card sign-up bonus to keep costs low. Here’s everything we did (and ate) on our trip.

Before the Blog: Boston, Boca & Bogeys
Before The Point Pursuit ever existed, we were already using credit card points to travel. From a Chase Travel Portal redemption to Boston, to free nights in Boca, to an unforgettable golf getaway in Scottsdale - here’s how our first few trips set the stage for everything that followed.