If you just got your Chase Sapphire Preferred, there are a few things I'd do immediately. Make it your default travel card, including vacation homesThe Chase Sapphire Preferred is the card to use for travel purchases. Related: Chase Sapphire Preferred statement credits: What they are and how to use themBook a hotel stayYour Chase Sapphire Preferred gives you access to Chase Travel℠, the issuer's online travel portal. To learn more, read our full review of the Chase Sapphire Preferred. Related: Chase Sapphire Preferred benefits you might not know about