Updated on July 5, 2021

Episode 81 - July 5, 2021
Why Hybrid Rewards Credit Cards are the best bet for most Canadians

This episode is sponsored by the HSBC World Elite® Mastercard®

In this episode we look why Hybrid Credit Cards are a favourite of Rewards Canada and why they are the best bet for most Canadians! We answer what a Hybrid Card is, why they are the best and look at the hybrid card options that are available in our market!

Earn up to 70,000 Points ($350 travel value) PLUS a full annual fee rebate for the Primary Cardholder for the first year with the HSBC World Elite® Mastercard®. Must apply by September 27, 2021. Conditions Apply. Learn more here.

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American Express Hybrid Cards:
The Platinum Card®
American Express Cobalt® Card
American Express® Gold Rewards Card
Choice Card from American Express™

HSBC Hybrid Cards:
HSBC World Elite® Mastercard®
HSBC Premier World Elite Mastercard
HSBC Jade World Elite Mastercard

RBC Hybrid Cards
RBC Avion Visa Infinite
RBC Avion Visa Platinum Card
RBC Avion Visa Infinite Privilege

Comparison Chart - Hybrid Credit Cards

Articles showing the value of Hybrid card:
How you can easily get a free flight between Toronto and Dublin, Ireland (pre taxes/fees) or 4 flights for $240+fees
Utilizing British Airways' Executive Club for flights in North America
Not all Travel Points and Hybrid Credit Cards are created equal

HSBC World Elite® Mastercard®

Top No Foreign Transaction Fee Credit Card for 2023

Primary Cardholder Annual Fee: $149 (1st year annual fee rebate*) | Authorized User Annual Fee: $0 Per Card | Annual interest rate: 20.99% on purchases and 22.99% on cash advances and balance transfers. | $80,000 personal or $150,000 household annual income

This card has been closed to new applications

• Receive a $100 annual travel enhancement credit*

• With the HSBC World Elite Mastercard you earn 6 points for $1 in Net Purchases which are Travel Purchases, 4 Points for $1 in Net Purchases that are Gas, Grocery and Drugstore Purchases and 2 Points for $1 in Net Purchases, other than Travel, Gas, Grocery and Drugstore Purchases.
• Save on all your foreign currency purchases (even online) with no additional foreign currency conversion charges.
• Enjoy maximum flexibility and redeem your Points on your terms for:

• Travel
• Gift cards and valuable merchandise
• Financial rewards
• Rewards for miles

*Terms and Conditions apply
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This offer is only available to residents of Canada other than the province of Quebec (Quebec residents eligible for separate offer)

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	Episode 78 - March 23, 2021 A look at some of the exciting new hotels opening in Canada this year! In this episode we look at some of the exciting new hotels that are set to open in Canada this year. In a year where most Canadians will be staying in Canada for their travels staying at a new local hotel can make for an awesome staycation. We highlight a handful of hotels from the 29 properties that are set to open from Hilton, Hyatt, IHG and Marriott that should be on your list if you do want to check out some place new! Scroll down for links to the topics in the episode.
	Episode 77 - February 27, 2021 BMO, What are you doing? In this episode we discuss all the changes BMO Bank of Montreal is making to more than a half dozen cards they issue. One change is the bright light shining through an opening in an otherwise overcast sky. We discuss all the changes the good, the bad and the ugly. We delve into how their new eclipse Visa cards are being devalued less than six months after being introduced and how all the other BMO cards are affected. We quickly jump into what it means for our market and now promise to have future podcasts with a happier news!
	Episode 76 - January 29, 2021 Canada's Top Travel Rewards Credit Cards for 2021 It's that time of year again! Time for our annual travel rewards credit card rankings. In this 13th edition of the rankings we take a look at using your cards to rack up the best points and miles for travel down the road. We delve into the top overall cards, the best travel points cards, no fee cards, as well as hybrid and airline cards. Plus we add a new category this year - Ultra Premium credit cards. Listen in to find to find out all the details behind Canada's most trusted rankings! View the full rankings here.
	Episode 75 - January 8, 2021: 2021 Loyalty & travel outlook, predictions & trends with special guest Points, Miles & Bling's Anshul Singh In this the first episode for 2021 Patrick is joined by special guest Anshul Singh of Points, Miles & Bling. Based in Ottawa Anshul is well known in the world of points and miles in Canada. He's famous for his weekly virtual meet ups with bloggers, experts and others from around the world. Anshul and Patrick discuss what travel may look like in 2021, what else we will see from the new Aeroplan program this year, Alaska Airlines joining oneworld and the effects it will have on the Mileage Plan program, what to expect in our credit card market and the loyalty programs to keep an eye out for this year!
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Episode 81 - July 5, 2021 Why Hybrid Rewards Credit Cards are the best bet for most Canadians