Ehsan Haque

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Global Citizen. World Traveler. On a quest to travel every country. Currently: 103/195 countries Instagram: @itsehsanh

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Why I'm Finally Applying for the World of Hyatt Business Card

1 week ago | upgradedpoints.com | Ehsan Haque

Over the years, I have stayed at hundreds of hotels worldwide across every major U.S. hotel chain. Of all the hotel chains I have stayed at, Hyatt is, by far, my favorite. Naturally, I have The World of Hyatt Credit Card in my wallet, which provides me with much value. However, there is also the World of Hyatt Business Credit Card, which I have long considered yet have not applied for.
Do You Qualify for the Chase Sapphire Preferred 100k Bonus? Find Out in 30 Seconds

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Ehsan Haque

1 hour agoUnited Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said on Friday that the carrier will begin canceling 35 flights a day – or about 10% – at its Newark hub starting over the weekend due to government equipment failures and air traffic control staffing issues. Throughout the week, United was forced to delay, cancel or …
Do You Qualify for Chase Sapphire Preferred 100k Bonus? Find Out in 30 Seconds

1 week ago | upgradedpoints.com | Ehsan Haque

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is arguably the most popular travel rewards card on the market today, and it’s easy to understand why. It provides interesting perks and benefits and offers bonus earnings on everyday spending categories. Right now, the Chase Sapphire Preferred card has a limited-time welcome bonus of 100,000 points after you spend $5,000 in the first 3 months of account opening. This incredible bonus offer makes this fantastic travel rewards card even more appealing.
From Application to First Class: How To Fly to Japan With Amex Platinum in 90 Days

3 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Ehsan Haque

4 hours agoThis London airport is officially the worst in the UK for delaysData from the Civil Aviation Authority has revealed the average flight delay times across the UK’s major airports in 2024 After forcing yourself awake …What is flying naked and the most important question, would you do it? #travel #traveltips #news #tips 2 hours agoWhat is Flying Naked And Why is It Trending?
How to Fly First Class to Japan Using Amex Platinum Bonus Points in Under 90 Days

3 weeks ago | upgradedpoints.com | Ehsan Haque

The Platinum Card® from American Express has long been considered the premier travel rewards card. It comes with a laundry list of benefits and credits that, when enrolled in and utilized effectively, can make the card a no-brainer to carry. This card also comes with a highly valuable welcome bonus offer that, when redeemed strategically, could be worth thousands of dollars. It’s much easier to do so than most people think.
Crowne Plaza's 'Bring Your Bestie' Promotion for Work-Fun Trips

4 weeks ago | upgradedpoints.com | Ryan Smith |Ehsan Haque

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Inside Hilton Yokohama: What Travelers Need To Know [Review]

4 weeks ago | upgradedpoints.com | Ehsan Haque

Yokohama, Japan’s second-largest city, is relatively close to Tokyo yet often overlooked by tourists. The city is known for its historical port and futuristic waterfront district and is home to Japan’s largest Chinatown. Instead of taking a long day trip from Tokyo, my wife and I planned to spend the night to really enjoy ourselves.
How I Have 14 Chase Credit Cards Without Breaking the Application Rules

1 month ago | upgradedpoints.com | Ehsan Haque

Over the past decade, I have applied for — and been approved for — over 25 Chase personal and business credit cards. As of 2025, I still have 14 active Chase cards in my lineup. For points and miles enthusiasts, it’s easy to understand why. Chase has some of the best and most popular credit cards available today, and many are worth carrying long-term. That said, no conversation around Chase cards is complete without mentioning the bank’s unofficial 5/24 rule, and rightly so.
How I Earned 500K Chase Ultimate Rewards Points in a Year

1 month ago | flipboard.com | Ehsan Haque

5 hours agoHeadphones, tantrums and call buttons: Why travelers are losing it in the airOn a recent flight from Dublin to Istanbul, I heard the unmistakable soundtrack to the kids' TV show "Bob the Builder" blasting through my noise-canceling earbuds. That's funny, I thought. My Bob the Builder phase ended when my daughter graduated from kindergarten. And, then, I realized that the …NowThe Chase Sapphire Preferred 100K Welcome Bonus Won't Be Around Forever.
How I Earned 500K Chase Ultimate Rewards Points in a Year

1 month ago | upgradedpoints.com | Ehsan Haque

Chase Ultimate Rewards offers tremendous value and flexibility, particularly for aspirational travel. With several incredible airline and hotel transfer partners, including Air Canada Aeroplan and World of Hyatt, the possibilities for maximizing these points are endless. Between strategically timed applications, maximizing personal and business spending, and credit card referrals, I managed to earn half a million Chase Ultimate Rewards points within a year.