Cecelia Chang
Jeremiah PatrickEvery ordinary traveller out there (like you and me) has a dream of someday hopping on a business-class or a first-class flight. It’s a bucket list achievement that many people long for, and it’s no surprise as to why. These luxe cabins not only offer premium seats but also a significant amount of space and privacy compared to flying in economy. Add a free flow of delicious food and drink, and it transforms into an extraordinary travel experience that’s simply unforgettable.
Of course, the high prices of these seats mean that flying luxe will remain just a dream for many. But it doesn’t have to be that way. What if we told you that there are several methods you can use to start flying luxe? Like all big things, it starts pretty simple; with a credit card that offers you miles (and more) for your spending.
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If you want to travel for your honeymoon or celebrate any big milestones with an overseas holiday, use the appropriate card to earn miles and points so that you can go big and treat yourself. |
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DBS Credit Cards that reward you with miles
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While several DBS credit cards allow you to redeem mileage points through your spending, two popular ones are the DBS Woman’s Credit Card, DBS Women’s World Credit Card, DBS Altitude Card and the DBS Vantage Visa Infinite Card.
DBS Woman’s Credit Card
The DBS Woman’s Credit Card allows you to earn up to 2 miles per S$1 spent on online spending and 0.4 miles per S$1 spent on other purchases. This makes it a great option for shopping, as cardholders will be getting more value from each purchase which translates to exciting rewards down the line.
DBS Woman’s World Credit Card
The DBS Woman’s World Credit Card allows you to earn up to 4 miles per S$1 spent on online spending and 1.2 miles per S$1 spent on overseas purchases. Like the DBS Woman’s Credit Card, it’s also a great option for both local and overseas shopping.
DBS Altitude Card
Meanwhile, the DBS Altitude Card allows you to earn 2.2 miles per S$1 on overseas spend (made in foreign currency) and up to 1.3 miles for every S$1 on local spend. Think of it as an all-in-one miles card that’s suitable for practically anyone. The best thing is, miles acquired via the DBS Altitude Card will never expire, making it an attractive option for less frequent travellers.
DBS Vantage Visa Infinite Card
The DBS Vantage Visa Infinite Card comes with many features and benefits. Unlike other DBS Cards, it allows you to switch between miles or cashback easily, making it a much more flexible option. Enjoy 1.5 miles for every S$1 spent, or 1.5% cashback in local spending, and 2.2 miles for every S$1 equivalent spent, or 2.2% cashback for overseas spending.
How to earn miles?
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Now that you’ve got your hands on the miles card for you, there are multiple ways you can earn miles.
The best way to do this is by making purchases or holiday bookings in foreign currency, as this earns you 2.2 miles per S$1 spend. Of course, it’s also important to remember that both local and overseas spending earn you miles.
Make use of big-ticket expenses like home renovation, car purchases, as well as wedding and honeymoon costs to earn major points. Also, look out for airline shopping portals, alliances, and airline dining programs to maximise your earning potential. In short, you can obtain miles by buying almost anything.
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Next, let’s look at the nitty-gritty of how each miles card works:
DBS Woman’s Credit Card
The DBS Woman’s Credit Card comes in 2 forms: the Woman’s Mastercard card and the Woman’s World Mastercard card.
The DBS Woman’s Mastercard card allows cardholders to earn 2 miles per S$1 online spend and 0.4 miles per S$1 spend on other purchases.
On the other hand, the DBS Woman’s World Mastercard card allows its cardholders to earn 4 miles per S$1 online spend, 1.2 miles per S$1 overseas spend, and 0.4 miles per S$1 spent on other purchases.
DBS Altitude Card
The DBS Altitude Card offers 2.2 miles per S$1 retail spend, 1.3 miles per S$1 local spend, and 10,000 bonus miles when you pay for the annual fee. The best part? Miles earned with the DBS Altitude Card do not expire, so you can enjoy Miles for Life!
DBS Vantage Visa Infinite Card
The DBS Vantage Visa Infinite card offers 1.5 miles for every S$1 spent or 1.5% cashback in local spending. For overseas spending, you can enjoy 2.2 miles for every S$1 equivalent spent, or 2.2% cashback.
Besides that, the DBS Vantage Visa Infinite Card also lets you benefit from savings on fuel spend, with up to 19% savings at Esso stations. Here’s how it works! You get 5% on fuel spend, 5% if you have an Esso Smiles Card, 9% if you get Supreme + fuel, and 8% if you choose all other fuel grades.
With the above in mind, your next question might be, “Are miles and points the same?” The answer is no. As a general rule, 1 DBS Point converts to 2 miles. So if you’re wondering how many miles you have, simply double the number of your DBS Points.
Using your miles: How to convert points to miles
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Now, on to the most exciting part of having a DBS Miles Credit Card: the rewards and privileges. Of course, the more you spend, the more you get to save on things like flying.
To use your miles, all you have to do is complete the DBS Points to Miles redemption via the DBS Rewards website. Be sure to do this well in advance of your travels, as the entire process will take approximately 1 to 2 two weeks to complete.
The process is simple: Select the preferred airline and miles programme — KrisFlyer miles, Asia Miles, Qantas Points, or Air Asia BIG Points — and then enter the desired quantity of air miles you would like to convert.
For transfers to KrisFlyer, Asia Miles, or Qantas Points, there is a conversion rate of 1 DBS point to 2 miles. Transfers are accepted in blocks of 5,000 DBS Points (or 10,000 miles). For Air Asia BIG points, the conversion rate of 1 DBS Point to 3 Air Asia BIG points applies. In this case, transfers are accepted in blocks of 500 DBS Points (or 1,500 Air Asia BIG points).
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With these air miles, benefits like free or discounted airport lounge visits, a loyalty money-back guarantee, and further discounts with partners like Agoda, Klook, and KKDay await you. During your travels, you can even redeem rewards such as award tickets, hotel vouchers, tours, car rentals, travel insurance, and more.
Simply put, with the right miles credit card, you can spend, earn, and enjoy your vacation — all at the same time.
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More rewards and privileges with your credit card
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Besides miles, these cards also offer other exciting perks!
DBS Woman’s Credit Card
From now till 31 Jan 2025, DBS Woman’s Credit Card cardholders are entitled to get up to 8% off hotel bookings on Hotels.com. Plus, enjoy up to 10% cashback on accommodation bookings made on Booking.com from now till 31 Dec 2024!
More perks with dining partners like Foodpanda and Chope and retail partners like Zalora and Sephora await you too.
DBS Altitude Card
The DBS Altitude Card, on the other hand, is a card dedicated to all things travel. Unlock new adventures with DBS Altitude when you sign up before 30 Sep 2024 and unlock up to 35,000 Miles for Life!
If you are a DBS Altitude cardholder, you can get attractive discounts and savings when you shop at participating partners like Hotels.com, KLM, and AirFrance.
On top of that, cardholders of the DBS Altitude Visa Signature Card get a complimentary Digital Priority Pass™ membership. This means you’ll get to enjoy two free lounge visits at over 1,300 airport lounges worldwide! T&Cs apply.
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On the other hand, cardholders of the DBS Altitude American Express® Card get to enjoy up to 30% off selected bookings on Booking.com! T&Cs apply.
DBS Vantage Visa Infinite Card
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Only the finest of experiences await holders of the DBS Vantage Visa Infinite Card. Apply for the card by 30 Sep 2024 to enjoy up to 85,000 miles with a minimum spend of S$4,000 in 30 days. Experience the flexibility of being able to switch between miles or cashback whenever you want; up to 2.2 miles per S$1 or 2.2% cashback.
Besides that, DBS Vantage Visa Infinite Card cardholders automatically enjoy an Accor Plus Explorer Membership. With this, they can enjoy a 1-night complimentary stay at Accor Hotels and up to 50% off on dining experiences at Accor hotel brands like Fairmont, Sofitel, and more.
Besides that, cardholders will also be given a Priority Pass Digital Membership that allows them to benefit from 10 free visits at over 1,500 airport lounges and travel experiences worldwide, with a membership that’s valid for 12 months upon registration.
Finally, DBS Vantage Visa Infinite cardholders can access 24/7 Visa Personal Concierge Services, allowing for seamless booking experiences, customised recommendations, worldwide assistance for medical emergencies while abroad, and more.
For your upcoming vacations, make strategic use of the DBS Credit Cards mentioned to maximise your benefits. From pre-trip planning and bookings to spending while you’re overseas, here’s to making travelling in style a dream come true!
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Indeed, why should you sign up for a miles card? Think about it: The more miles you have, the more choices you get. If you want to travel for your honeymoon or celebrate any big milestones with an overseas holiday, use the appropriate card to earn miles and points so that you can really go big and treat yourself. |
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