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2 days ago | frequentmiler.com | Nick Reyes

While most of the credit card world has been focused today on the Chase Sapphire Reserve cards, many recent Sapphire Preferred applicants received an email today indicating that they will receive an extra $50 travel credit this year. As you can see above, this one-time $50  credit is good toward any Chase Travel℠ booking. The email is going out today those who have opened the Chase Sapphire preferred card within the past year.

2 days ago | frequentmiler.com | Tim Steinke

Over the weekend, One Mile at a Time noticed that a large number of Delta business class awards are suddenly available for booking via Air France / KLM Flying Blue. There are multiple seats showing for dozens of flights to/from Europe, and the fees are quite reasonable at only $33. I didn’t book any of these, but went all the way to the checkout screen with both pricing and availability intact. That said, there’s always the possibility that some of what we’re seeing is phantom availability.

2 days ago | frequentmiler.com | Nick Reyes

The United Quest card has a new offer out today that’s good for both a big haul of miles and a nice chunk of Premier Qualifying Points (PQPs), so it might be of particular appeal for United MileagePlus fans who are also chasing United elite status. The Offer & Key Card Details Card Offer and Details ⓘ $1048 1st Yr Value Estimate$200 TravelBank cash valued at $170Click to learn about first year value estimates100K Miles + 3,000 PQPs ⓘAffiliateThis is an affiliate offer.

2 days ago | frequentmiler.com | Nick Reyes

Updated new cardmember bonus offers are out today on the newly-refreshed Chase Sapphire Reserve card (consumer version) and the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business. While both cards feature big introductory offers, you’ll want to pay close attention to the details to decide whether these make sense for you. You’ll also want to consult the new eligibility rules as we have seen some important changes on that front.

4 days ago | frequentmiler.com | Nick Reyes

For years, the main purpose of an ultra-premium credit card has been to take advantage of its benefits. Whether the ability to redeem points for increased value, get lounge access for authorized users, or enjoy other swanky perks, ultra-premium cards were once chock-full of premium benefits to accompany a premium price tag. They were simple to explain and wise tools for informed consumers. Unfortunately, we’re seeing a new trend take hold: ultra-premium cards chock-full of time-consuming coupons.