194. The Best Ways to Use Chase Ultimate Rewards Beyond Hyatt

Are Chase Ultimate Rewards® points still valuable if Hyatt is no longer your go-to redemption strategy? In this episode, the Points Talk Squad breaks down the best ways to use Chase Ultimate Rewards® beyond Hyatt, including airline transfers, hotel options, and booking through the Chase travel portal.       The Squad shares how they're thinking about Chase points after the recent Hyatt changes, including when it makes sense to transfer points, how to take advantage of transfer bonuses, and why having multiple redemption strategies can help you get more value from your rewards. They also discuss other ways to use your points for travel when Hyatt isn't the best fit.       You'll learn how to evaluate your options, compare different ways to redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards®, and make more confident decisions with your points. Whether you're newer to Chase points or looking for more flexibility beyond Hyatt, this episode will help you understand the possibilities available.                                 You can find links to resources mentioned in this episode plus the transcript here: pointstalksquad.com/194           If you're looking for even more Points Talk®, featuring the latest news in points, miles, and credit cards, behind-the-scenes insights, and a monthly Ask Us Anything episode—subscribe to Points Talk® Premium: https://pointstalk.supercast.com/          Ready to get started with NEARLY FREE travel? Click here for the exact offers we would sign up for this month: https://pointstalksquad.lpages.co/bestoffers/            Points Talk® is also on YouTube! You can watch this episode here: youtube.com/@pointstalksquad         Let us know what you want to hear on the podcast by sending us a DM on Instagram: instagram.com/pointstalksquad