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The information for the following product(s) has been collected independently by Business Insider: Chase Freedom Flex®. The details for these products have not been reviewed or provided by the issuer. The InterContinental Hotels Group owns brands like Kimpton, Holiday Inn, and Staybridge Suites Points from the IHG Rewards loyalty program can be redeemed at more than 6,000 hotels worldwide.

Read Business Insider's guide to the best hotel credit cards . Whether you enjoy staying at luxurious boutique hotels or prefer family-friendly brands, joining IHG Rewards Club is a no-brainer. Here's what you should know about the Intercontinental Hotels Group and its loyalty program, IHG Rewards.

Introduction to IHG The Intercontinental Hotels Group has 19 hotel brands and operates more than 6,000 hotels worldwide, ranging from the eponymous InterContinental Hotels and Resorts and the luxurious Regent or Six Senses Resorts to the ubiquitous Holiday Inn and Staybridge Suites brands. IHG Rewards points are a valuable travel rewards currency if you know how to use them. Points can be redeemed for hotel stays, flights, activities, and a host of other travel-related purchases.

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