After working really hard and chasing some wild dreams, I’m fortunate enough to say I have my dream job. Being a travel writer is seriously one of the coolest gigs on the planet.
As great as it is, I do hope to retire at some point in the not-so-distant future and live a comfortable life that includes a few trips I don’t share with the world. (When you’re a travel writer, every trip becomes a story … even if you try to turn it “off.”)
For those of you who are already retired or just starting your retirement journey, let me start by offering a big congratulations. You made it!
We know your spending habits and needs will shift in this next chapter (hello, more travel!?), and there are cards to fit this stage of life.
The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card offers a simple, straightforward 2 miles per dollar spent on every purchase, with no categories or restrictions to keep track of, plus 5 miles per dollar spent on hotels, vacation rentals and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel. New cardholders get $250 to use on Capital One Travel in their first cardholder year, and earn 75,000 bonus miles once they spend $4,000 on purchases within the first three months from account opening.
The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card takes the Venture model to the next level with high-end benefits like travel credits, mileage bonuses and lounge access. New cardholders can earn 75,000 bonus miles after spending $4,000 on purchases within three months from account opening.
I also love this card that earns rewards on everyday purchases (like groceries and gas) that you can redeem as a statement credit or for eligible amazon.com purchases, and this one, which earns straightforward cash back on everyday purchases. But there are several other cards on our list of favorites for retirees and seniors worth considering.
Here are a few more handy resources we’ve compiled to help you along the way, whether you’re looking for ways to maximize your points and miles earnings or just a great credit card full of benefits you can use at home or on the road:
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