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Also: Family fun in the sun: The best things to do in California with kids July 27, 2023 [THE POINTS GUY]( [View in browser]( [TPG Daily NEWSLETTER]( [THE POINTS GUY]( 2 cards, great perks by Kyle Olsen, Points & Miles Reporter [TPG | Hero Image] Selecting a credit card can feel overwhelming, so we’ve simplified the process with our [card comparison tool](. Let’s take a look at how the [Chase Sapphire Preferred Card stacks up against the American Express® Gold Card](. The [Chase Sapphire Preferred]( is perfect for travel rewards beginners, offering an impressive 5 points per dollar on travel purchases through [Chase Ultimate Rewards](. You'll also earn 3 points per dollar on dining, 2 points per dollar on eligible travel purchases and 1 point per dollar everywhere else. The best part? You can redeem your points at 1.25 cents each through the Chase travel portal or transfer them to 11 airline and three hotel partners, including [World of Hyatt](. All this comes at an annual fee of $95. On the other hand, the [Amex Gold]( card is a great go-to for its exceptional earnings. The card earns 4 points per dollar at restaurants worldwide and on takeout and delivery in the U.S., 4 points per dollar at U.S. supermarkets (on up to $25,000 per calendar year), 3 points per dollar on flights, and 1 point per dollar everywhere else. The card also offers a [$10 monthly dining credit]( and [$10 in monthly Uber Cash](. The annual fee is $250 per year (see [rates and fees]( but can easily be offset by the statement credits if you enroll in them. You can [transfer Amex points to 17 airline and three hotel transfer partners](. Ultimately, it’s up to you which card you choose — or you might go with both to make the perfect pair. For tips about maximizing your Chase or Amex points, check out these related stories: - [How to redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards points for maximum value]( - [How to redeem American Express Membership Rewards points for maximum value]( - [6 ways to make the most of the Amex Gold Card benefits]( - [How to maximize your rewards earning with the Chase Sapphire Preferred]( 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. For an explanation of our Advertising Policy, [visit this page](. Photo Credit: THOMAS BARWICK/GETTY IMAGES. Today’s top stories [Score cheap fall and winter flights to Europe from American and Delta hubs]( Here's how you can book a flight to Europe for around $500 from an American or Delta hub city such as Atlanta, Charlotte or Dallas. 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