Hilton Honors Aspire Card – Avid travelers who stay at Hilton

-150,000 Bonus Points

-Complimentary Diamond Status at Hilton hotels. Diamond status members enjoy (when space is available) room upgrades, complimentary breakfast for you and a guest, and access to the Executive Floor Lounge (where applicable). Trust us, this perk is totally WORTH it! You can almost eat your entire day’s worth of meals at the lounges.

-Hilton also offers the second most number of hotel options in the world (they trail Marriott slightly) and they’re growing and adding more properties each day. With hotels in 100 countries with some 5,000 hotels spread across brand including Hilton, Astoria and DoubleTree, there’s a bevy of places to try in 2023.

Amex Platinum Card – Luxury travelers who travel often

-80,000 Bonus Points

-Best card for luxury travelers given the elite status at both Hilton and Marriott hotels. Extensive airport lounge access (more than 1400+).

-$695 fee *but totally worth it given the lounge access and elite status at Hilton and Marriott if used correctly!)

Amex Gold Card – Everyday card best for restaurants and supermarket points generation

-60,000 Bonus Points

-4x Points for Restaurants and Delivery

-4x Points for Supermarkets

-3x Points for flights booked online

-$250 fee

United Club- Best for Avid United Airline Travlers

-80,000 Bonus Points

-If you travel on United often for work or to visit family/friends, the Club access makes this card worth the investment!

-First and second checked bag are free

-$525 fee

Chase Sapphire Preferred – Best for Beginners

-90,000 Bonus Points

-3x points on dining, delivery, grocery (not Target, Walmart or Costco etc.)

-2x points on travel purchases

-$95 fee