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Everyday card, extraordinary perks by Tarah Chieffi, Senior writer Only a handful of cards deliver consistent value and perks that are equally valuable to beginners and experts alike. The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is one of those cards. The Venture Rewards card punches well above its $95-annual-fee weight, with perks like up to a $120 statement credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck, the ability to transfer miles to more than 15 airline and hotel partners, and the option to redeem miles at a fixed value for travel purchases and more. This card earns 5 miles per dollar spent on hotels, vacation rentals and rental cars booked through the Capital One Travel portal and 2 miles per dollar spent on all other purchases. If you are looking for a card with a simple earning structure and the ability to earn 2 miles per dollar spent on everyday purchases, the Capital One Venture Rewards card is one of the best options around. For a limited time, this everyday workhorse is even more valuable. New cardholders can earn 75,000 bonus miles after spending $4,000 within the first three months from account opening. Plus, upon approval, you’ll receive a $250 Capital One Travel credit to use during your first year. When you combine the bonus miles and the $250 travel credit, this offer is worth $1,638 when utilizing transfer partners, according to TPG's January 2026 valuations. Pretty impressive for a card with a modest annual fee and a no-frills path to earning miles. But, if you want to keep your redemptions as simple as the earning structure, book directly in the Capital One Travel portal and this bonus is worth $1,000 total in travel. Check out these stories to learn more about the Venture Rewards card and this valuable limited-time offer: Earn 75,000 miles and a $250 travel credit with this new Venture Rewards offer Why I keep the Capital One Venture Rewards card in my wallet Capital One airline and hotel transfer partners: How to maximize your miles Have the Venture Rewards card but new to points and miles? Here's what you need to know Have a "rewarding" day, Tarah Posts in this newsletter contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products, and this may impact how or where they appear. For an explanation of our Advertising Policy, visit this page. Photo Credit: WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS.

Deal alert! Fly business class to Dublin this winter or spring for just 45,000 points Want to venture ‘cross the pond for St. Paddy’s Day? You’re in luck! Right now, there is great availability for booking Aer Lingus flights between Dublin and the U.S. through Atmos Rewards, including business-class seats from just 45,000 points each way. Check it out

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