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Jenna Hansen

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Distance Traveled in 2026
Visited in 2026

Jenna Hansen began working for AwardWallet in 2022. She and her husband homeschool their four kids and spend a lot of their time traveling and learning through experiences. Jenna discovered points and miles in 2020 when she was looking for a way to be able to afford more expensive trips for her family. Once she came across other moms who were points and miles pros, she took the leap and has been hooked ever since.

Jenna and her family live in California and like to spend time visiting the nearby Sierra Nevada mountains and the Central California coast. You can also catch them at Disneyland as often as possible!

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Unlock Big Travel From Small Balances: A Guide to Combining Points Across Programs
Unlock Big Travel From Small Balances: A Guide to Combining Points Across Programs
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Holding points across a range of rewards programs allows you take advantage of award availability as it appears and also means you’re not locked into one program that doesn't have any seats available to the destination you want to visit. This article looks at which programs provide the best options for consolidating your points and miles to "add up" to your next great redemption.

Jenna HansenJess Farley
Jenna Hansen & Jess Farley

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

IHG Status Match Tips: Earn Elite Status Through Fast Tracks, Cards, or Simply Buying It
IHG Status Match Tips: Earn Elite Status Through Fast Tracks, Cards, or Simply Buying It
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IHG doesn't offer a standing status match to other hotels' elite status programs, but you can open an IHG card or join InterContinental Ambassador to gain IHG elite status without staying tons of nights or spending a lot of money. Plus, there are fast-track opportunities available semi-regularly. Here are your options for getting IHG status quickly.

Jenna HansenAndrew Kunesh
Jenna Hansen & Andrew Kunesh

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

From Elite Perks to Travel Credits: All of the Hotel Benefits That Come With Your Chase Sapphire Reserve®
From Elite Perks to Travel Credits: All of the Hotel Benefits That Come With Your Chase Sapphire Reserve®
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The Chase Sapphire Reserve® offers several valuable hotel benefits. These include an annual credit when booking through The Edit by Chase, VIP perks at Relais & Châteaux properties, a $300 annual travel credit, elevated earnings in the Chase Travel portal, and more. This article breaks down each of these perks so you can make the most of them.

Jenna HansenBen Nickel-D'Andrea
Jenna Hansen & Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Skip the CDW: How to Use Credit Card Rental Insurance and Get Proof When Needed
Skip the CDW: How to Use Credit Card Rental Insurance and Get Proof When Needed
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If you've ever rented a car, you've heard the spiel on purchasing insurance as part of the rental agreement. Fees can range anywhere from $10 to $50 per day. But your credit card might provide a complimentary Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) insurance. Here's how to get proof of Collision Damage Waiver from your credit card so you aren't stuck paying for something you don't need.

Jenna Hansen
Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

How To Use Hyatt Pay My Way and Points + Cash Options — And What to Do if It Isn’t Showing Up
How To Use Hyatt Pay My Way and Points + Cash Options — And What to Do if It Isn’t Showing Up
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The never-ending battle when it comes to credit card points is that there never seem to be enough points for all of the amazing trips you want to take. Thankfully, Hyatt has a great option for offsetting that problem. It’s called Hyatt Pay My Way, and it allows you to use a combination of points, cash, and/or free night certificates when booking a room.

Jenna HansenAndrew Kunesh
Jenna Hansen & Andrew Kunesh

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

One Key+™ Card Review: Earn up to 3% Back, Anniversary $100 OneKeyCash, Gold Status, and More
One Key+™ Card Review: Earn up to 3% Back, Anniversary $100 OneKeyCash, Gold Status, and More
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The new One Key+™ Card allows members to earn rewards on everyday purchases. It has a low annual fee and solid benefits, like a statement credit of up to $120 for a Trusted Traveler Program, such as Global Entry® or TSA PreCheck® and no foreign-transaction fees. OneKeyCash can be spent with Expedia, Hotels.com, and VRBO. But is it right for you?

Jenna HansenTyler Glatt
Jenna Hansen & Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Chase Sapphire Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance: What’s Covered and How It Works
Chase Sapphire Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance: What’s Covered and How It Works
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Did you know the Chase Sapphire Preferred® and Sapphire Reserve® include trip cancellation and interruption insurance? You could get reimbursed up to $10,000 per person if your travel plans are disrupted due to illness, weather, or other covered events. Here’s how this underrated benefit works — and why it can save you from spending extra on third-party insurance.

Jenna Hansen
Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by JT Genter

Capital One VentureOne Card Review: A Surprisingly Well-Rounded No-Annual-Fee Card
Capital One VentureOne Card Review: A Surprisingly Well-Rounded No-Annual-Fee Card
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The Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card has a solid welcome offer, no annual fee, and provides access to transfer partners without needing another card to unlock that redemption option. It's a great option for people who want a card that earns fully transferable rewards but don't want to pay an annual fee. Plus, the rewards are simple to use. Learn more in our full Capital One VentureOne review.

Jenna Hansen
Jenna Hansen

Reviewed by JT Genter