The credit card space is incredibly competitive, and nowadays we see card changes with a frequency that’s much higher than in the past. Along those lines, last week Chase announced some major changes to the $95 annual fee Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card.
They’re a mixed bag, with some good news, and some bad news. Before even getting into the long term card changes, let me mention that there’s a huge incentive to actually apply for this card right now, as it’s offering a best-ever bonus of 100K points.
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Details of the Chase Sapphire Preferred changes
The Chase Sapphire Preferred has just undergone some major updates. All of the changes apply for new cardmembers as of today, June 15, 2026. For existing cardmembers, the positive changes also apply as of today, while the negative changes will apply as of October 1, 2026.
On the plus side, the Chase Sapphire Preferred annual fee remains the same, at just $95. We’ve seen so much annual fee inflation over the years, so it’s great to see that annual fee remain the same. Let’s go over the details of what has changed, in no particular order…
New 3x points categories added, 10% bonus taken away
The Chase Sapphire Preferred has just added new bonus categories. With these updates, the card now earns 3x points on gas stations and EV charging, as well as 3x points on vacation home rentals with Airbnb, HomeAway, Homestay.com, Plum Guide, Vrbo, and Vacasa.
This complements the previous bonus categories, which include 3x points on dining, select streaming services, and online grocery store purchases (excluding Target, Walmart, and wholesale clubs), along with 2x points on travel. Then there are additional bonus categories for Chase Travel bookings and Lyft spending.
Unfortunately there is some bad news when it comes to earning points, and this is something we knew was coming. The Sapphire Preferred has lost its 10% anniversary points bonus, whereby the base points that cardmembers earned from spending have received a 10% annual bonus. In other words, under the old system, $100K in spending would earn you 10K bonus points.
Chase to Hyatt points transfer ratio devalued
Previously, Chase Ultimate Rewards points could consistently be moved to World of Hyatt at a 1:1 ratio. With these updates, the ratio has been devalued, to 4:3. Note that this change applies to the Chase Sapphire Preferred and Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card (learn more).
Meanwhile it doesn’t apply to the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card (learn more) and Sapphire Reserve for Business℠ (learn more), which continue to have a 1:1 transfer ratio. As before, points can be pooled between cards, and you can use the highest transfer ratio available. This is the first non-1:1 transfer ratio we’re seeing from Chase Ultimate Rewards.
$50 Chase Travel hotel credit increased to $100
The Chase Sapphire Preferred offers a Chase Travel hotel credit, and that has been increased in value, from $50 to $100.
As before, there’s no minimum stay required, so as long as you book a hotel through Chase Travel that costs at least $100, you should be able to get full value out of that, and more or less offset the annual fee. That’s great. I appreciate that this is just a single credit, so this isn’t a semi-annual $50 credit, or anything like that.
New travel protection improvements
The Chase Sapphire Preferred now features enhanced travel protection, including emergency evacuation coverage. This makes the card’s travel coverage more well rounded, and puts it closer to being in line with that of the Chase Sapphire Reserve.
One-year complimentary Apple TV subscription
The Chase Sapphire Preferred has a new complimentary Apple TV subscription for one year, with activation required by December 31, 2026. This is awesome to see, as it’s another perk that adds a lot of short term value.
New Global Entry, TSA PreCheck, or NEXUS credit
The Chase Sapphire Preferred now features an up to $120 statement credit that can be used toward Global Entry, TSA PreCheck, or NEXUS, valid once every four years. This is a pretty common perk on premium cards, so it’s cool to also see this on a card with an annual fee of under $100.
My take on the Chase Sapphire Preferred changes
As you can tell, there are both positive and negative changes here, and Chase Sapphire Preferred cardmembers will probably have varying takes, depending on their behavior and spending patterns. What’s my opinion?
Personally I think the improved bonus categories are positive, and it’s especially nice to have a personal Chase Ultimate Rewards card offering bonus points on gas station purchases. Admittedly the 10% anniversary bonus points being cut is less than ideal — some people will come out ahead, while others won’t.
Meanwhile the bigger hotel credit, the Global Entry or TSA PreCheck credit, the better travel protection, and the Apple TV subscription, are all awesome, and make this a card that potentially offers outsized value compared to the annual fee.
Now let’s get to what symbolically I find to be the most painful. We’ve seen the transfer ratio from Chase to Hyatt devalued. This doesn’t impact those with the Chase Sapphire Reserve, so it starts to become a point of differentiation between the cards.
As I see it, there are two major issues here. First, as I’ve covered in the past, I think transferable points are reaching a negative inflection point, as we’re increasingly seeing non-1:1 transfers. I feel like five years down the road, programs will have 12 partners with 12 different transfer ratios. It’s not great.
Second, it’s incredibly disappointing to see this just shortly after World of Hyatt massively devalued its points. But I guess we also shouldn’t be surprised. When Hyatt and Chase promoted their renewed co-brand deal, they announced that Hyatt’s profits from the partnership are expected to double over the next couple of years.
Well, it’s pretty clear how that’s being done, at least in part — points will just be worth a lot less. I can’t blame Hyatt for trying to maximize profits, but as consumers, this is very bad for us, and I do think this poses a risk to Hyatt in terms of people even being interested in the ecosystem anymore.
Bottom line
The Chase Sapphire Preferred has undergoing some major changes. All the changes apply effective immediately for new cardmembers. For existing cardmembers, the positive changes apply effective immediately, while the negative changes apply as of October 1, 2026.
The card’s $95 annual fee is staying the same, but a lot else has changed. The card now has new 3x points categories for gas stations, EV charging, and vacation rentals, but it has also lost its 10% anniversary points. Meanwhile the card’s $50 hotel credit has been doubled, and a Global Entry or TSA PreCheck credit has been added as well. Then the card also received new travel coverage. On top of that, the Hyatt transfer ratio has been devalued, from 1:1 to 4:3.
What do you make of these Chase Sapphire Preferred changes?
The elimination of the 10% annual bonus on October 1 is unclear. Does that mean the bonus will cover the spending from January 1 to October 1 and then when will they be paid. Or does it mean that we have lost the bonus for the entire 2026? If so I would feel a real bait and switch and would look to look elsewhere. Chase points for spiraling downward and there appears to be no parachute to save themselves.
Would be nice if they recognized us with a full Chase portfolio along with a Hyatt card in any way. Seems like an easy benefit to add as well. If you hold a Hyatt chase with annual fee along with a UR card (or several) the 1:1 remains..
Coming from someone who went all in on Hyatt last December as I earn big #s of UR through biz spend.
Sad
Wouldn't it be great if a person could get the following from a $95 annual card? 10X on travel portal bookings, 3X on non-portal airfare and hotels. 3X on dining. 3X on gas. 3X on groceries. And, a great cadre of transfer partners. (See Tom's comment below.)
I do think citi might be the way to go now. AA is the sweet spot. The hyatt double whammy is insane. Things are not far off from the point where I might just consider Robinhoods 3% cash back to be a better deal than points. Which is an insane change
Getting ready to pick up a new card and the chase/Hyatt relationship was having me leaning into chase. That ends now. Citi Strata Premier it will be for me. I have no chase cards at all and will keep it that way. Will pick up a Citi Aadvantage plat select within 3 months to prep for spring travel as a lifetime plat with AA.
Meh. It doesn’t suck! So that’s a win.
Great point; it more 'blows' than 'sucks'... unless you're actually INTO the whole Amex-style, coupon-book statement-credits thang.
I feel like this change is to target people like me who have amassed a bunch of Chase points and only keep a $95 AF card to enable transfers. Hyatt was by far the easiest way for me to use my chase points for high value redemptions. Is this just the beginning, will more partners get a similar nerf in their transfer ratio? I think I'd rather move out of this ecosystem than be forced to move up to an $800 AF card.
I just did the math on my CSR to see if it still made sense to keep it. Frankly, the $300 travel credit and greatly discounted value for the dining credit, stubhub credit (I do buy tickets to event) and Apple TV (since I subscribed to that any way I consider it 100% value) cover the AF. Then you have the Edit, Dashpass/Doordash credits, Lyft credits, lounges, insurance, etc.
Look I'm not a shill for...
I just did the math on my CSR to see if it still made sense to keep it. Frankly, the $300 travel credit and greatly discounted value for the dining credit, stubhub credit (I do buy tickets to event) and Apple TV (since I subscribed to that any way I consider it 100% value) cover the AF. Then you have the Edit, Dashpass/Doordash credits, Lyft credits, lounges, insurance, etc.
Look I'm not a shill for Chase (or any other card) and I frankly prefer Amex. However, I was considering product changing to the CSP by my next renewal. The 4-3 w Hyatt made me reconsider and, after doing the math, I'll gladly keep my CSR. I have no problem floating the $795 AF and get significantly more value out of the card than that.
“I’m no shill for Chase…” (proceeds to shill for them anyway)… jkjk, I’m keeping my CSR, for now, too, and, also, in the same breath, happy to throw shade at them or any ‘institution’ that devalues their programs.
So the Hyatt ratio change kicks in Oct.1? How about the Chase Business Preferred? Does the ratio decrease no that as well?
Yes, Ink Preferred goes down to 4:3 on 10/1 for all cardholders (i.e. not segmented by new/existing like the CSP)
The changes are overall negative. However, in the past, Ben and others have generally been dismissive of the various Marriott transfer bonuses this card has had. Provided you spend in the categories that still earn 3x points, transferring to Marriott when bonuses are in effect could be a useful case for many that need to top off points.
In general, though - cash back options are starting to look more and more important. Even these...
The changes are overall negative. However, in the past, Ben and others have generally been dismissive of the various Marriott transfer bonuses this card has had. Provided you spend in the categories that still earn 3x points, transferring to Marriott when bonuses are in effect could be a useful case for many that need to top off points.
In general, though - cash back options are starting to look more and more important. Even these Chase cards can still make sense in that context for some people.
Canceled mine yesterday after transferring everything left (spent most before the Hyatt deval) 4:3 is crazy. Citi and AA is where it's at for me personally atm. This only reaffirms my choice!
“atm”? AssToMouth. Yeah shitibank will do you like that!
"At the moment", Bradley.
If you can't see the value of what Citibank has, you probably aren't much of an optimizer.
I already get all of this stuff with my other credit cards like Amex Platinum and Venture X. Yawn at Chase.
A variety of people are complaining about the Chase portal being overpriced compared to direct bookings. I ran a couple of scenarios to see what I could find.
We are staying overnight in Kalamazoo on 8/8 for a show at the Barn Theatre.
The prices for three different IHG properties were $6 more for Chase. A Fairfield was actually $2 less for Chase.
Valentines Day in Chicago- the IC was $7 more expensive with...
A variety of people are complaining about the Chase portal being overpriced compared to direct bookings. I ran a couple of scenarios to see what I could find.
We are staying overnight in Kalamazoo on 8/8 for a show at the Barn Theatre.
The prices for three different IHG properties were $6 more for Chase. A Fairfield was actually $2 less for Chase.
Valentines Day in Chicago- the IC was $7 more expensive with Chase.
The St.Regis for a $1000 room had a difference of Chase being $20 more expensive.
(Found the Chase-plant.)
Are my numbers accurate, yes or no?
You never present anything data that contradicts what I say.
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He who is silent is presumed to consent.
Chase suggested some CSR-holders could price-match, because The Edit rates were so excessively over-priced, compared to booking directly, as to make the average card-holder to justifiably complain.
Your attempt at the "SOURCE!" meme, or attempts to have others do unnecessary math to prove or disprove your silly assertions is not relevant or necessary. It's a red-herring. The reality is that Chase made an anti-consumer change to their program. Expect to be called-out.
Chase suggested some CSR-holders could price-match, because The Edit rates were so excessively over-priced, compared to booking directly, as to make the average card-holder to justifiably complain.
Your attempt at the "SOURCE!" meme, or attempts to have others do unnecessary math to prove or disprove your silly assertions is not relevant or necessary. It's a red-herring. The reality is that Chase made an anti-consumer change to their program. Expect to be called-out.
It is not a silly assertion.
This is like reindeer flying. I say all evidence points to reindeer not flying but you say I haven’t tried magic pixie dust or gone to the North Pole.
It is your job to go to the North Pole. If you want to have some credibility you need to provide evidence.
What evidence do you have that for the following:
That I am a Chase plant
...
It is not a silly assertion.
This is like reindeer flying. I say all evidence points to reindeer not flying but you say I haven’t tried magic pixie dust or gone to the North Pole.
It is your job to go to the North Pole. If you want to have some credibility you need to provide evidence.
What evidence do you have that for the following:
That I am a Chase plant
That I am also a Marriott plant
That 150k Marriott points only get you a night at a Courtyard
These are all things you have said.
You have never provided any evidence to back up any of your claims.
You have admitted to being a whiner that deliberately misleads people.
And I am sure if they CSP was going from the new card to the old card you would whine and lie about that too.
You would go “They took away 3X on 8 million Airbnb’s and just gave us better transfer on a couple thousand Hyatt hotels. We’re victims!”
You like to think making up nonsense and complaining about everything thing makes you a superior person.
It doesn’t. It makes you an inferior person.
MM, no one is an "inferior" person, especially not over a debate on credit card programs. Maybe I wasn't so far off when I brought up Niemöller earlier... sheesh.
The reality remains that Chase made a highly anti-consumer move here. Average cardholders have every right to call out these devaluations without needing to provide a personalized spreadsheet just to justify their frustration.
This is actually great news! There's only one negative, the Hyatt transfer devaluation. But I don't care about Hyatt - can't remember the last time I stayed in one). On the other hand, the new AirBnB/VRBO/etc 3x points is fantastic for me. I get far more value out of those than hotels and spend quite a bit on those platforms. While the increase of the Chase hotel credit to $100 is nice, even that is...
This is actually great news! There's only one negative, the Hyatt transfer devaluation. But I don't care about Hyatt - can't remember the last time I stayed in one). On the other hand, the new AirBnB/VRBO/etc 3x points is fantastic for me. I get far more value out of those than hotels and spend quite a bit on those platforms. While the increase of the Chase hotel credit to $100 is nice, even that is not very useful to me because when I do stay in hotels, I find that Chase pricing is higher than what I can get elsewhere. The Global Entry credit is nice as well, and the increased travel insurance benefit and Apple TV for a year are icing on the cake. Overall, I'm quite pleased with the changes (and surprised).
Anyone know if Costco gas would qualify for 3x on spend?
@ Luis -- As I understand it, Costco gas does qualify for 3x points, yes.
Happy about the GE credit being added- means I'll keep the card for one more year to use it.
$100 hotel credit is better than the prior $50 but since prices seem to be quite inflated using the travel portal the actual value of this increased credit, over booking direct, is probably no greater than $50 net.
I suppose Flying Blue/Avios are still acceptable-value transfer partners so I suppose the points I accrue will go...
Happy about the GE credit being added- means I'll keep the card for one more year to use it.
$100 hotel credit is better than the prior $50 but since prices seem to be quite inflated using the travel portal the actual value of this increased credit, over booking direct, is probably no greater than $50 net.
I suppose Flying Blue/Avios are still acceptable-value transfer partners so I suppose the points I accrue will go to one of those programs when this next year has elapsed and it is time to cancel.
To recap where we are with Ultimate Rewards:
- Points are now worth $0.01 / point when used in the overpriced Chase travel portal.
- Points Boost is minimally available and often at the old value of points.
- Can still convert the points to a transfer partner’s currency in highly devalued programs.
- Coupon book for CSR cardholders.
Not sure about the rest, but I’m pulling out my spreadsheet to...
To recap where we are with Ultimate Rewards:
- Points are now worth $0.01 / point when used in the overpriced Chase travel portal.
- Points Boost is minimally available and often at the old value of points.
- Can still convert the points to a transfer partner’s currency in highly devalued programs.
- Coupon book for CSR cardholders.
Not sure about the rest, but I’m pulling out my spreadsheet to review other cards, including no fee cash back cards, to see where I can maximize value, and go from there.
Clarifying: if someone already has the card, these new benefits only start on October 1 i.e., no $100 hotel credit before then, no complimentary apple tv subs?
@ Khatl -- Sorry, I updated the post to clarify that. The positive changes kick in as of June 15, while the negative changes kick in as of October 1.
Perfect, thanks!
@Ben, how does this work if I've already used the $50 annual hotel credit this year? Do I get another $50 starting June 15?
@ Jonathan -- I *believe* that's how it works, or at least that's what would make sense to me.
Is there any reason, really, to have both the Chase Sapphire Preferred AND the Chase Sapphire Reserve?
well now there is lol. if you cared about 3x on gas/airbnbs and spend a lot in those categories then its not a bad idea now
@ TravelinWilly -- Yeah, the use case for that would be very niche. Different bonus categories would be the primary reason to have both cards, but you'd have to spend a lot in one particular category for that to make sense.
I thought that you could only have one or the other, not both? I remember having to cancel my Sapphire Reserve before applying for the Sapphire Preferred.
@ Buddy M. -- Your confusion is understandable, since they keep changing the rules. Currently it's possible to get both cards, including the welcome offers:
https://onemileatatime.com/guides/chase-sapphire-card-eligibility/
@Buddy M. - As Ben notes, the confusion is understandable.
I got the Sapphire Preferred in 2016 when it first came out. I now have both. I'm going to jettison the Preferred and keep the Reserve, for now at least.
Does this change include Chase Ink Preferred as well? It's not explicitly called out, but it seems that if CSP goes down, then Ink will as well
Yes it does. Only Reserve and Reserve Business are exempt
@ Julie -- Indeed, as notes by Alex Z, only the Sapphire Reserve, both personal and business, are excluded.
“A mixed bag” sure, that’s a way to put it if you’re trying to sell credit cards!
@ Connor -- I'm confused, you really don't think there are any positives here? New bonus categories, a bigger hotel credit, better travel protection, and a Global Entry or TSA PreCheck credit, aren't worth anything on a $95 fee card?
New barely improved bonus categories to make up for the catastrophic loss in value of their points (Hyatt deval, United devals, Travel Portal devals), a useless hotel credit for booking through their overpriced portal to get you to spend more money because it won't cover a single night anywhere? travel insurance you can get on any other card? A once every 5 years credit for only $100 you can get on any other card and...
New barely improved bonus categories to make up for the catastrophic loss in value of their points (Hyatt deval, United devals, Travel Portal devals), a useless hotel credit for booking through their overpriced portal to get you to spend more money because it won't cover a single night anywhere? travel insurance you can get on any other card? A once every 5 years credit for only $100 you can get on any other card and that serious travelers will have already paid for prior to getting the card anyway? Let's all be serious here, the card is a stinker and they're nuking the only value it had to drive people to their (twice) failed stinker premium card.
I understand Hyatt users are disappointed but for there are some pretty good upsides.
No card is perfect for everyone and all cards have their pluses and minuses.
I am sure some people responded to the Delta card AF increases: I only ever fly in the 48 States so the addition of all those other destinations does me no good and I refuse to use the hotel credit so this is bad for me.
Others...
I understand Hyatt users are disappointed but for there are some pretty good upsides.
No card is perfect for everyone and all cards have their pluses and minuses.
I am sure some people responded to the Delta card AF increases: I only ever fly in the 48 States so the addition of all those other destinations does me no good and I refuse to use the hotel credit so this is bad for me.
Others went: Hawaii, Mexico, Alaska, the Caribbean here I come! And the stay credit is more than the fee increase!
And let’s be objective: Hyatt is the 9th largest by number of properties and the 7th largest by number of rooms.
Marriott literally has five times the. Umber of rooms.
Like I said, I understand Hyatt users disappointment but there is definitely a large number of people who are gaining from these changes.
For example, Airbnb has 8 million listings in 220+ countries versus 311K Hyatt properties. So those users are gaining from the higher earners rate.
MM, "let’s be objective"... holy double-speak, Batman! You've been on here carrying-water for Chase and Hyatt (and Marriott), meanwhile, nearly everyone else agrees that these are anti-consumer changes. C'mon man, give it a rest!
MM, how many shares of Chase do you own?
what is the date for the hyatt devaluation ?
Read the article
James, but, but... reading is hard... *moan*
For existing card members it's Oct 1
@ michelle -- June 15 for new cardmembers, October 1 for existing cardmembers.
Cant wait for Chase to offer a 25% transfer bonus to Hyatt, still below 1:1, and promote it with a straight face
This is a real kick in the gut with all that just happened at hyatt. Am I able to product change the Sapphie Preferred to a Chase Marriott Bold then change to a Ritz Carlton Card?
@ David Martin -- I believe Chase doesn't generally let you product change between card families, so I don't think you could go from an Ultimate Rewards card to a Marriott Bonvoy card.
I opened this card on October 31st of last year. If these changes go into effect October 1st, will I get my first and only 10% bonus?
@ DC -- By January 2027 you should get the bonus based on all your spending between when you opened the card and October 1, 2026.
Thanks for clarifying!! How do you feel about the CSP now- is Amex Gold looking like a better option?
@ DC -- It's hard to say, because everyone's situation is so different based on their spending profile, how much they value credits, and what other cards they have. I do think the bonus categories on the Sapphire Preferred are becoming much more well rounded, which I appreciate. I also appreciate that the hotel credit can now more than offset the annual fee.
I guess my one major hesitation is actually wanting to collect Ultimate...
@ DC -- It's hard to say, because everyone's situation is so different based on their spending profile, how much they value credits, and what other cards they have. I do think the bonus categories on the Sapphire Preferred are becoming much more well rounded, which I appreciate. I also appreciate that the hotel credit can now more than offset the annual fee.
I guess my one major hesitation is actually wanting to collect Ultimate Rewards points without having the Chase Sapphire Reserve. Hyatt is the most valuable transfer partner to me, and without that, I'm generally more tempted by programs like Amex Membership Rewards. For someone who spends a lot on dining and supermarkets, I think the Amex Gold is very tough to beat.
TLDR version - UR points associated with all Chase personal and business cards, except the Sapphire Reserve cards, will have the lower 4:3 transfer rate to Hyatt points.
With these changes, I’m continuing to wonder what’s the point of continuing to spend my money with the Chase ecosystem. Do they even have a unique transfer partner that’s worth anything? I’ve already downgraded from CSR to CSP (the coupon book was too much of a pain, even if I could extract value), and I’ve mostly liquidated my points to Hyatt before the devaluation, so these changes (I don’t spend money on gas/charging or vacation...
With these changes, I’m continuing to wonder what’s the point of continuing to spend my money with the Chase ecosystem. Do they even have a unique transfer partner that’s worth anything? I’ve already downgraded from CSR to CSP (the coupon book was too much of a pain, even if I could extract value), and I’ve mostly liquidated my points to Hyatt before the devaluation, so these changes (I don’t spend money on gas/charging or vacation rentals) are a net-negative for me.
Americans can transfer to United so that has some use.
I have Bilt Palladium so I don’t need Chase for United transfers.
@ Samar -- It's a good question, and there are a couple of interesting things going on here. Chase used to be unique for Hyatt and United transfers, but now Bilt partners with those programs as well. Quite frankly, I'm surprised that Chase isn't forcing its partners to cut ties with Bilt, because Bilt cards are quickly becoming Chase substitutes.
The other point is that there's no denying that Chase hasn't done much to...
@ Samar -- It's a good question, and there are a couple of interesting things going on here. Chase used to be unique for Hyatt and United transfers, but now Bilt partners with those programs as well. Quite frankly, I'm surprised that Chase isn't forcing its partners to cut ties with Bilt, because Bilt cards are quickly becoming Chase substitutes.
The other point is that there's no denying that Chase hasn't done much to innovate its transfer partners, and if anything, the program has been growing at a slower pace than competitors. While I still think there's great value with some Chase cards, it's not a "must have" currency in the way that it used to be.
@ Ben - I wouldn't be surprised if Bilt loses some of the supposedly exclusive transfer partners of Chase eventually. Until then the CSP is likely to stay in my safe and not be used for now, and it's value will be dependent on if I can utilize the $100 hotel credit.
Hyatt was by far the top value for Chase points. Double whammy with the recent Hyatt deval and now this.
Technically, the work-around here is to have a CSR, and just 'combine points' from those cards now with the lesser transfer rates to the CSR, then still transfer at 1:1... but, with the overall Hyatt devaluations, is that still even the best use of UR points? Meh. Depends.
I don’t use Hyatt so these changes are a positive for me.
Hyatt is a smaller chain so while people have loved the generous reward program this will not impact things as much as some other devaluations could.
That being said, Hyatt users are suffering a significant loss and I understand their disappointment.
"I don’t use X so these changes are a positive for me." What a bad take. Not to dilute Niemöller, but... first they came for (Hyatt)... and I said nothing, because MM "don't use Hyatt" ...
You forgot to quote this:
“That being said, Hyatt users are suffering a significant loss and I understand their disappointment.”
But as much as I understand Hyatt fanboys not liking this the changes are an overall positive for me.
I think the bad take is “We Hyatt users had a devaluation and I will only complain about that and not notice the positive changes”
All you ever do is complain and make up childish statements.
...You forgot to quote this:
“That being said, Hyatt users are suffering a significant loss and I understand their disappointment.”
But as much as I understand Hyatt fanboys not liking this the changes are an overall positive for me.
I think the bad take is “We Hyatt users had a devaluation and I will only complain about that and not notice the positive changes”
All you ever do is complain and make up childish statements.
Like your recent comment that 150k
Marriott points SUB plus spending points only get you a night at a Courtyard.
Go to Marriott.com
Search for USA
I recently looked for a random date in July.
Then select Luxury brands
That brings up 139 properties
Of those 124 could be booked with those points.
For example, the RC Charlotte is $587/57k a night.
Wait for your anniversary certificate and book three nights and have points leftover.
Or do the RC Amelia Island, $1431/108k
Why don’t you just stop whining, making up stuff and grow up?
Sheesh, 150k gets you a night in a Courtyard?
Have you ever thought of being an honest grownup?
Apparently not.
Search for USA
Don't hold back. Tell us how you REALLY feel.
(That Amelia Island stay seems like decent value... though, probably a little hot there in July.)
Still, these programs are near completely unregulated and often devalue with limited notice. Consumers have every right to feel duped.
He didn't forget to quote it, he deliberately ignored it so it would make his whining sound better.
Exactly, Brian L. Game appreciates game.
"For Chase Sapphire Preferred as well as Ink Business Preferred and legacy Ink Plus (and Corporate Flex), points transfers to Hyatt will no longer be 1:1. Instead, they’ll be 4:3."
On top of the major Hyatt devaluations in May, Chase is basically shooting the other foot now.
The Hyatt transfer is nothing but to ensure that people keeping 800 bucks for the pretty much useless CSR.
But after the recent Hyatt devaluation, not sure who would want to keep doing that
I dumped CSR three or so years ago when they jacked the annual fee to nosebleed levels. Switched to Preferred and it has worked for me so far. But now they dump on the two features I valued the most - the Hyatt transfers and the annual bonus.
Still handy for topping up my BA Avios but may cancel after the next time I do that.