After Sapphire Reserve Redefined Luxury Credit Card Category, Cardmembers Define What to See, Do and Eat All Summer Long

After Sapphire Reserve Redefined Luxury Credit Card Category, Cardmembers Define What to See, Do and Eat All Summer Long

• Sapphire Six highlights spots where Reserve cardmembers are using their cards
• Sapphire cardmembers can tap into even more one-of-a-kind events and experiences

Chase is tapping its savvy Sapphire Reserve cardmembers for Sapphire Six – a new take on a traditional travel guide that features popular destinations, restaurants and entertainment, informed by where Chase Sapphire Reserve^SM cardmembers are going and spending.

“Not only are our cardmembers finding the next best thing – they are helping to define it,” said Pam Codispoti, President of Chase Branded Cards. “Whether it’s the best place to enjoy a sunset dinner or catch local music, we are taking the lead from our cardmembers and I can’t wait to try their recommendations.”

Also this summer, Chase is adding to its robust roster of exclusive events and experiences, giving Sapphire cardmembers the opportunity to unlock one-of-a-kind access to culinary, entertainment and sports events.

Sapphire Six: Summer Travel Inspired by Sapphire Reserve Cardmembers

To create Sapphire Six, Chase looked at where Sapphire Reserve cardmembers are actually spending – many of whom are millennials. Whether eating, shopping or grabbing a drink, here's where Reserve cardmembers hang out –

• Montauk, NY – where Sapphire Reserve cardmembers are going:
  
  The Surf Lodge – a go-to destination for everything from live music, art shows and sunset cocktails around a fire pit.
  Navy Beach – enjoy a seafood lunch right on the sand of the 200-food private beach on the property.
  Harvest on Fort Pond – a Montauk establishment for more than 20 years, diners can enjoy spectacular sunset views in the glassed-in dining room.
  Montauk Brewing Company – sample a local brew at the indoor pine bar or head outdoors to the picnic tables and say “hi” to the brewery’s unofficial mascot: an English golden retriever, Sky.
  Candied Anchor – satisfy any sweet tooth with this 1950s-style sweet shop right on Main Street.
  Gosman’s Dock Restaurant – a Montauk go-to seafood spot for 60 years, located at the mouth of Lake Montauk.

• Charlotte, NC - where Sapphire Reserve cardmembers are going:
  
  Essex Bar & Bistro – located at the literal midpoint of Charlotte, this spot describes itself as serving “mom-style food” with a cool vibe.
  Ink N Ivy – restaurant by day and nightclub by night featuring live music on Thursdays and weekend DJs.
  Olde Mecklenburg Brewery – located in a renovated factory, this brew house, restaurant and taproom also boasts a massive beer garden.
  Amelie’s French Bakery – a household name in Charlotte and it’s the only place in town to snag a chocolate éclair or petits four for a late night sweet craving.
  Sycamore Brewing – the husband and wife owner duo have worked with more than 270 beer recipes and partner with food trucks for the perfect food pairing to a good brew.
  Midwood Smokehouse – this Texas-style BBQ joint is a local favorite and even had a former President of the United States stop by for a visit.

Additional Sapphire Six cities to be featured include: New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Content will appear throughout the summer on Chase Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.

Chase Sapphire Unlocks New Experiences for Summer

Sapphire is taking VIP access to the next level for Sapphire Preferred and Reserve cardmembers by introducing new, one-of-a-kind experiences all summer long.

“Sapphire is all about rewarding our customers with the rich experiences they crave,” Codispoti said. “We continue to delight them with new opportunities that fit their passions.”

Cardholders already have access to a wide variety of sports, entertainment and culinary experiences throughout the year, including the Sundance Film Festival, the Emmys, the PGA Championship and private dinner series, among others.

New this summer:

• Seaport Summer ’17, New York City; through October: Chase is the presenting sponsor of Seaport Summer ‘17 – the ultimate New York City summer destination offering unique culinary, music, retail and cultural experiences. Sapphire cardmembers can enjoy:
  • Exclusive daily access to the Chase Sapphire Lounge at the outdoor Garden Bar in the heart of the historic Seaport District. Cardmembers simply show their Sapphire card for entry.
  • Early access to reservations to the Seaport Food Lab, featuring a rotating roster of six award-winning chefs from across the U.S.
  • The opportunity to purchase exclusive concert experiences to The Seaport Summer Concert Series, including pre-show “Eat and Greets” with headliners and access to a VIP viewing area. Plus special activations inside the Chase Sapphire Lounge at the Seaport’s Garden Bar.

• Outside Lands Festival, San Francisco; August 11-13: Chase is the official payment partner for the 10th annual Outside Lands Festival.
  • Starting this month, Chase Sapphire cardmembers will have access to purchase sold out 3-day festival VIP + cabana access and single day ticket packages both with access to custom culinary experiences each day and preferred viewing areas.
  • Throughout the festival, any Sapphire cardmember will have exclusive access to the Sapphire Lodge presented by Chase, an exclusive lounge to relax and enjoy refreshments. The lounge will also feature complimentary wifi, charging stations and curated culinary experiences each day.
  • Additionally, cardmembers who use their Sapphire card or link their Sapphire card to their RFID festival wristband will receive special benefits and discounts on purchases made within the festival.

• Summer at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ; through August: Chase Sapphire is the presenting sponsor for the Summer at MetLife Stadium providing Chase Sapphire cardmembers access to purchase VIP suite tickets to some of the hottest concerts, family shows and international soccer events this summer.

More events and experiences will continue to be announced through the end of the year. For information on all the experiences available to Sapphire cardmembers visit www.chase.com/Experiences.

For more on the Chase Sapphire Reserve card, visit any Chase bank branch location nationwide or go to www.chase.com/SapphireReserve.

¹ Sapphire Six was developed by pairing anonymous Sapphire Reserve cardmember spend data with feedback shared on social media to determine the most popular restaurants by unique visitors and category. Inclusion on the Sapphire Six is not an indication of an affiliation or endorsement by JPMorgan Chase. The words or symbols used to identify the source of goods and services of a third party may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

About Chase Sapphire

Chase Sapphire Preferred^® and Sapphire Reserve^SM are premier rewards credit cards for people who are passionate about travel and dining. With Sapphire Preferred^® and Sapphire Reserve, you can enjoy premium travel rewards and benefits, such as 2X points on travel and dining at restaurants with Sapphire Preferred and 3X points on travel and dining at restaurants with Sapphire Reserve, worldwide; points that are worth more when redeemed for travel through Chase Ultimate Rewards^®; 1:1 point transfer to leading airline and hotel loyalty programs; 24/7 direct access to a Chase Sapphire customer service specialist; access to unique events and experiences, and more. Learn more at chase.com/Sapphire and chase.com/SapphireReserve.

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