3 Cards Every Business Traveler Should Have In Their Wallet

While traveling for pleasure affords plenty of opportunities to earn points and miles — as well as chances to redeem for free flights and hotel nights— business travel can be an even more lucrative way to rack up rewards. Below, you’ll find my top three picks for the credit cards that deserve a place in every business traveler’s wallet.

 MIAMI, FL – JUNE 03: A general view as American Express celebrates the opening of the Centurion Lounge at Miami International Airport on June 3, 2015 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by John Parra/Getty Images for American Express)

Chase Sapphire Preferred

This card earns double points on all travel and dining charges, but the real value comes from the Chase Ultimate Rewards program’s transfer partners. The points you earn on this card can be redeemed directly with 10 different hotel and airline brands, including British Airways, Hyatt and United.

The Chase Sapphire Preferred also offers some great perks for peace of mind, including primary car rental insurance, trip cancellation insurance and lost luggage reimbursement

The Platinum Card from American Express

For frequent travelers, this card offers a host of perks and benefits worth using. First up is an annual $200 airline fee credit, which can be used to cover baggage fees, in-flight purchases and even to buy gift cards on Amazon. Plus, the Platinum Card includes access to Centurion lounges — some of the most comfortable places to pass time before a flight — as well as Airspace Lounge locations and Delta SkyClubs when you’re traveling with Delta.

While there are too many benefits to list here, two other standout perks are complimentary elite status with Hilton and Starwood. With automatic Gold status in each loyalty program, you can enjoy free internet access, late checkout and bonus points on stays.

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