✈️ Chase Sapphire Just Changed the Rules — And Emirates First Class Is Up for Grabs

The Chase Sapphire Preferred is getting a major refresh on June 15th with new bonus categories and an upgraded hotel credit, but there's a painful catch that could cost Hyatt loyalists thousands of points. World of Hyatt is quietly dismantling years of goodwill as it chases a massive revenue target, and we break down what that means for your points strategy going forward. Qatar Airways is reopening a key East Coast route with wide-open business class award space at a price that's hard to ignore. Emirates first class — long considered out of reach for most points travelers — is suddenly more accessible than it's been in years due to a surprising shift in demand. We also cover a critical Chase Freedom activation deadline, a new Hyatt property on one of the world's most stunning beaches, and a heads-up for Capital One Lounge visitors at Dulles this summer.Subscribe to Miles & Points Daily Newsletter 👉🏼 https://milesandpointsdaily.com/Thanks to Award Travel Finder for sponsoring this episode!Our Travel Tools:Award Travel Finder - Search award flights, hotels & status matchesAward Travel Alerts - Get notified when points deals dropFriday Flight Deals - Cheap cash fares & error faresFlight Queue - Airport security & passport control wait timesFlight Seatmap - Seat maps with live availabilitySeatWifi - In-flight WiFi availability, pricing & qualitySupport us - ChaseChase BusinessAmerican ExpressAmerican Express BusinessBilt RewardsCapital OneRampRakuten