What are the best contactless payment cards for frequent travelers like me?
I've been traveling a lot lately for work and I'm getting tired of dealing with cash and foreign exchange rates. I've heard that contactless payment cards are the way to go, but I'm not sure which one to choose. I've been using my regular credit card, but I've noticed that not all merchants accept it, especially when I'm traveling to smaller towns or rural areas.
I've done some research and I've found a few options that seem promising, such as the Chase Sapphire Preferred or the Capital One Venture. However, I'm not sure which one would be the best fit for me. I'm looking for a card that has no foreign transaction fees, a good rewards program, and is widely accepted.
Can anyone recommend a good contactless payment card for frequent travelers like me? What are the pros and cons of each of the cards I mentioned, and are there any other options that I should consider? I'd also love to hear about any personal experiences with these cards, especially when it comes to using them abroad.
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As a frequent traveler, you're right to consider contactless payment cards to make your life easier when it comes to dealing with cash and foreign exchange rates. I've got some helpful advice to share with you to find the best card for your needs.
Firstly, let's talk about the cards you've mentioned: the Chase Sapphire Preferred and the Capital One Venture. Both are excellent options, but they have some differences. The Chase Sapphire Preferred has no foreign transaction fees, a 2X points on travel and dining rewards program, and a $95 annual fee. The Capital One Venture, on the other hand, also has no foreign transaction fees, a 2X miles on all purchases rewards program, and a $0 first year, then $95 annual fee.
In terms of acceptance, both cards are widely accepted, but you may still encounter some merchants who don't take them, especially in smaller towns or rural areas. However, this is a common issue with any credit card, and it's not specific to these two cards. To give you a better idea, here's a comparison of the two cards in JSON format: { "cards": [ { "name": "Chase Sapphire Preferred", "annualFee": 95, "foreignTransactionFees": 0, "rewards": "2X points on travel and dining" }, { "name": "Capital One Venture", "annualFee": 0, "firstYearAnnualFee": 95, "foreignTransactionFees": 0, "rewards": "2X miles on all purchases" } ] }.
Other options you may want to consider are the Citi Premier and the Barclays Arrival Plus
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