Why We Got the New Chase Sapphire Reserve
We weren’t planning to open a new card, but the refreshed Chase Sapphire Reserve changed our minds. With a huge welcome bonus, new credits and boosted earning rates, it offered real value - for our actual lifestyle. In this post, we break down why we got it, which perks we’re counting on, and how it fits into our credit card strategy.
Five Nights, One Card
We don’t open new credit cards just for fun - but when the sign-up bonus is too good to pass up, we jump. In July 2024, we grabbed the IHG One Rewards Premier Card during a rare promo: 5 free nights worth up to 300,000 points. Here’s how we decide when a limited-time offer is worth it.
The Big Upgrade: Sapphire Reserve’s 2025 Refresh
The Chase Sapphire Reserve just got a major overhaul. With a new $795 annual fee and a long list of upgraded perks - including $500 in hotel credits, $300 in dining and entertainment credits, and 8x points on Chase Travel bookings - the card is doubling down on premium value. But is it worth the cost? We break it all down.
Why We Chose the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless
See how we added the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® to our card lineup to turn work travel into reward points. From 17x earnings on Marriott stays to free night awards and elite status perks, this card became the perfect companion to the Chase Trifecta.
How Our Credit Journey Began: The Foundation
Wondering where to start with travel credit cards? Our journey began with the Chase Sapphire Preferred® and a 100K-point sign-up bonus - but that was just the beginning. Learn how discovering the Chase Trifecta transformed our strategy and became the foundation of how we earn and redeem points today.