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If you’re interested in the travel rewards game for the perks, getting a co-branded loyalty card is probably the best option for you. Many travel hackers will have one card that they use to accrue points and then one that they use for a specific loyalty program.
Different cards offer different perks. In general, however, when you cut through all the details, their benefits are pretty similar. So if you are already loyal to one airline or hotel group, choose that company’s card. Here’s a list airline miles cards to consider. Typical perks for airlines include free luggage check, lounge access and upgrades, while typical perks for hotels include complimentary breakfast and WiFi, free nights and upgrades.
See: The Best Ways To Use Your Miles
All of these will depend on what level of card you qualify for as well as how much you’re willing to pay in annual fees, so consider what the perks are worth to you personally.
That said, if we had to pick the best no fee co-branded loyalty program card, we’d go with the United TravelBank Card. You earn 1.5% on all purchases (2% when used to purchase United Flights). Moreover, the rewards come in the form of cash, not points or miles. While this eliminates the chances of finding redemption options that could result in high reward rates, we like the simplicity.
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First Published: Sep 13, 2019, 10:04am