KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will launch a new flight between Portland, Oregon, and Amsterdam in October, replacing a flight from partner Delta Air Lines between the two cities.
11.06.2024 - 15:01 / thepointsguy.com
I've had my Chase Sapphire Reserve® for almost a year now, and it's easily my favorite credit card. I love its automatic annual travel credit and how it allows me to get a facial at the Sapphire Lounge during a layover at LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Of course, I also love that it earns bonus Chase Ultimate Rewards points on a wide range of dining and travel purchases.
But when I saw that I could get my parents exclusive VIP tickets to this year's PGA Championship with my Chase Sapphire Reserve, my love for the card reached a new level.
My parents love golf. They gave me my first set of clubs when I was in elementary school, and I grew up thinking that major tournament weekends were national holidays. Much to my parents' disappointment, I never picked up their love for the sport. However, when I learned I could score VIP tickets with my credit card and let them experience the tournament in person rather than watching it at home, I hoped I could redeem myself a bit.
Spoiler: It worked. Here's how my credit card unlocked an experience that made me daughter of the year.
Many credit cards come with entertainment access. This can include early access to tickets for concerts and sporting events and exclusive access to these events.
A few months ago, I was perusing the experiences available through the Ultimate Rewards portal and noticed that PGA Championship tickets were available.
Those with the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card could purchase basic grounds tickets for cash or points. But as a Sapphire Reserve cardholder, I also had the option to purchase VIP experience tickets for a slightly higher price.
It's worth noting that I found some of the wording in the ticket descriptions confusing. However, I called Chase for clarification, and the agents answered my questions quickly and clearly. Even with this extra step, the process was remarkably painless.
All Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders, along with one guest, could enter the lounge by simply showing their card — even without VIP tickets.
The lounge was an impressive two-story structure on the 11th hole. Inside, guests could help themselves to complimentary snacks, soda and coffee; they could also buy beer, wine, seltzer and cocktails at the bar.
The snacks included a grab-and-go table of cookies and popcorn, and the staff brought around heavier bites throughout the day.
The large structure provided ample indoor and outdoor seating, and each level had a covered outdoor patio area with prime views of the 11th green.
Those looking for a reprieve from the heat could settle into one of the many seating areas in the air-conditioned interior and watch TV coverage of the tournament.
The lounge also featured an exclusive Polaroid photo op with a backdrop designed
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will launch a new flight between Portland, Oregon, and Amsterdam in October, replacing a flight from partner Delta Air Lines between the two cities.
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