The Capital One Quicksilver gets recommended constantly for travel because it skips foreign transaction fees. That is a real benefit, but it is also where the travel advantages end. If you spend $3,000 on a two-week trip, the Quicksilver earns you $45 back. A dedicated travel card earns triple that or more. This article breaks down the actual numbers, when the Quicksilver makes sense, and when you should pick a different card before your next trip. What the Quicksilver Actually Earns on Travel Spending The Quicksilver earns a flat 1.5% cash back on every purchase, no categories to activate, no…