Chase Sapphire Reserve
Why I love it
The Edit, travel insurance, and the flexibility to transfer points to United and Hyatt.
- 4x on flights and hotels booked directly
- 8x on eligible Chase Travel bookings
- 3x on dining; 1x on other purchases
The things that come along
Travel favorites. For the real trip.
Points, perks, and the things that make the real trip easier. Start with the cards in my wallet, then browse the toddler essentials from my Amazon storefront.
Points & perks
Credit cards in my wallet
The cards I reach for, plus my go-to debit card for cash abroad.
7 cards
American Express Platinum
Why I love it
Fine Hotels + Resorts, 5x on flights booked directly, Purchase Protection on eligible purchases, and my coupon book of perks.
- 5x on direct-airline or Amex Travel flights, up to $500,000 per calendar year
- 5x on prepaid hotels through Amex Travel
- 1x on other eligible purchases
American Express Gold
Why I love it
The card I reach for when we’re dining out or doing the grocery run.
- 4x at restaurants worldwide, up to $50,000 per calendar year, then 1x
- 4x at U.S. supermarkets, up to $25,000 per calendar year, then 1x
- 3x on direct-airline or Amex Travel flights; 5x on prepaid Amex Travel hotels
- 1x on other eligible purchases
Capital One Venture X
Why I love it
The $300 travel credit + 10,000 anniversary miles more than cover my annual fee when used. Easy 2x earning, plus shopping offers—my best was 45x.
- 2x on all other purchases
- 10x on hotels and rental cars through Capital One Travel
- 5x on flights and vacation rentals through Capital One Travel
Bilt Palladium
Why I love it
My card for daycare fees and earning points on rent or mortgage payments. Plus, 1:1 transfers to United, JAL, and Atmos Rewards.
- 2x on everyday eligible purchases
- 4x on hotels and 3x on flights through Bilt Travel
- Housing-only option: up to 1.25x on housing, depending on everyday spending
- Flexible Bilt Cash option: use Bilt Cash to unlock up to 1x on housing
United Quest
Why I love it
Cardmember award pricing and expanded Saver Award availability, without an annual spending requirement. Gateway can unlock these benefits after $10,000 in purchases in a calendar year.
- 4x on eligible United purchases
- 5x on prepaid stays through Renowned Hotels
- 2x on dining, other travel, and select streaming
- 1x on other purchases
Charles Schwab debit card
Why I love it
My go-to for cash abroad: eligible ATM withdrawal fees reimbursed worldwide, with no foreign transaction fees.
- A debit card, so no purchase points or miles
- Eligible ATM withdrawal fees refunded at the end of the month
From my storefront
Toddler travel essentials
On the move
Stokke YOYO3 travel stroller
A compact stroller from my toddler travel list.
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Bedtime away from home
Nanit All-in-One monitor bundle
Camera, flex stand and travel case for a familiar monitor setup.
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Everything in reach
JuJuBe New Classic diaper backpack
A diaper backpack with pockets and a changing pad for travel days.
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A familiar bedtime
Woolino 4 Season sleep sack
The merino wool sleep sack in the 2–24 month size.
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For the potty-training stage
Potette Plus travel potty
A portable potty and trainer seat for the next travel chapter.
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Snack & drink setup
Serenity Kids bone broth pouches
A pouch option from my toddler travel list. See current options on Amazon.
Shop on AmazonBefore you pack
The gear is only part of it.
My before-you-fly guide covers the details I sort before a family trip, from entry requirements to our snack and drink setup.
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