How I Got a Free Family Vacation for 7 Nights in Hyatt Using Chase Sapphire Preferred Credit Card

A credit card rewards masterstroke hack FTW

Abhay Paliwal
5 min readJun 11, 2023

Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable travel journey while reaping incredible rewards? Look no further than the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card. Designed for the affluent audience and those seeking exceptional benefits, this travel rewards credit card is a game-changer. Let’s dive into the amazing features and benefits that make the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card a must-have for discerning travelers. Before I go deeper into the benefits, this is my example of how I made the best out of this card rewards program!

Experience: From USA Nomad Adventure to Family Getaways Let’s delve into my real-life experience where I made the most of my Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card. I planned a one-month nomad travel plan across the USA after getting my shiny new Chase Sapphire, and used it to spend for a one month long trip covering nine destinations across five states, with a budget of $5,000+. As I explored the wonders of the country, I accumulated a staggering 90,000+ Chase Sapphire points. (80,000 points as a sign up bonus + 10,000+ for a one month travel expenses)

With these points in hand, I decided to turn my travel rewards into a dream family vacation. By transferring my points to the Hyatt rewards program at a 1:1 value, I was able to unlock massive rewards. As a result, I redeemed my points for a delightful seven-day family…

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Abhay Paliwal

Product Lead at Google LLC, Ex-LinkedIn, thought-leader