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That's over $900 when you redeem through Chase Travel℠. HOW WE'D USE THESE POINTS Madison Blancaflor Managing editor "You can book travel directly through Chase, but your best bet is to transfer them 1:1 to valuable partners like World of Hyatt or Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards." WHY YOU'LL LIKE IT Valuable rewards, a low annual fee and wide-ranging travel protections New intro offer BEST BUSINESS TRAVEL CARD Apply for The Business Platinum Card® from American Express The Business Platinum Card® from American Express Apply Now Terms Apply Earn 150,000 points Open Earn Points Earn 150,000 Membership Rewards® points after you spend $20,000 in eligible purchases on the Card within the first 3 months of Card Membership. See ratesfees HOW WE'D USE THESE POINTS Chris Nelson Associate credit cards writer "I’d transfer my points to Delta SkyMiles and Marriott to book a getaway. On travel day, I’d relax in a Centurion Lounge before takeoff." WHY YOU'LL LIKE IT Solid earning rates on travel plus lounge access will elevate your trips. Best card for premium perks while traveling Apply for Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card Apply Now Terms Apply Earn 75,000 miles Open Earn Points Earn 75,000 bonus miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening, equal to $750 in travel See ratesfees HOW WE'D USE THESE POINTS Nick Ewen Senior editorial director "I love transferring Venture miles to partners — especially for premium-cabin flights through top loyalty programs like Air Canada Aeroplan." 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