Rewards mean Discovery Bank clients can spend more on travel
Our latest SpendTrend24 report shows just how much more Discovery Bank clients can travel than typical South Africans. Learn how you can join hundreds of thousands of happy clients who use Vitality Travel benefits to pay less for more adventures!
Travel has settled - but have you?!
Did you go on a revenge-travel spree two years back - and wish you had the budget to do so again? The odds are in your favour if you're a Discovery Bank client, says our latest SpendTrend24 research.
The report, which compares consumer spend data in 14 emerging and developed market cities around the world, shows that people are settling back into their usual travel spending habits after a post-pandemic surge the previous year. But travel spend is staying the same or dropping from the previous year in most markets, the data shows that travel is now costing people more.
Rising prices in the travel industry - especially in emerging markets like South Africa - means that travel is becoming more expensive for most consumers.
How come our clients can spend more on travel?
Excitingly, the research found that Discovery Bank clients travel more often, and are able to spend more on travel, compared to the average South African.
The finding is no surprise to us, given the huge variety of convenient, discounted travel rewards on flights, accommodation and car hire our clients can get with Discovery Bank. These perks make travel so much easier and more affordable.
The question is, do you know what benefits you have access to with Vitality Travel - and how to make the most of them?
All the basics to get the best from your travel benefits
- Get from 10% to 75% off local and international flights
As a member with Vitality Health, you get between 10% and 25% off your flights with the Ðiscovery Account. Boost that up to 75% with Discovery Bank and Vitality Money. If you are a Discovery Bank client only (without Vitality Health), you can save between 10% and 50%. - Get from 10% to 25% off holiday accommodation
As a member with Vitality Health, you get 25% off at local Vitality Holiday accommodation partners. If you are a Discovery Bank client only (without Vitality Health), you can save between 10% and 25%. Get access to millions of non-discounted local and international listings on Vitality Travel, through Booking.com and have the option of paying with your Discovery Miles, and having all your bookings in one place. - Enjoy from 10% to 15% off your next beach holiday, cruise or city adventure.
- Save from 10% to 25% on car hire
Go everywhere in South Africa with unlimited car hire bookings. - Book your whole trip from a single convenient platform
Book discounted flights in just a few taps in your Discovery Bank app, and get free international travel insurance. Plus, you can book your entire trip through Vitality Travel on your desktop. - Get free travel insurance when booking your international flights with a Discovery Bank credit card, debit card or Discovery Miles.
- Enjoy VIP treatment at The Lounge
Travel perks never feel better than when savouring top-notch coffee, cocktails, and connectivity at The Lounge. Plus, enjoy free access to over 1 200 airport lounges worldwide for you and a partner with LoungeKey. - Whizz through security with Discovery Bank Priority Fast Track
You can also enjoy faster security clearance with a Discovery Bank Black or Purple account at OR Tambo and Cape Town international airports. Simply show your Bank card and you and up to five guests can skip the longer queues. - Take advantage of timing
To get the most savings with Vitality Travel, book your local flights at least 7 days ahead, and international flights at least 6 weeks ahead. (Keep reading for tips on the best days and times to book!)
So what are you waiting for?
View the 2024 Vitality Travel updates, terms and conditions on the Discovery website, and check the Travel infographics in our full SpendTrend report to learn more useful insights.
Here are some fun facts to spark your wanderlust
South Africans are increasingly into "bleisure" - mixing business trips with leisure by staying longer and taking advantage of remote work options.
Our clients' favourite spots abroad are the UK, Mauritius, Australia, the US and Italy. There was also a big jump in trips to France last year for the Rugby World Cup.
The cheapest time to fly from Joburg to Cape Town or Durban is in the early hours of Sunday morning. The most expensive time is Friday afternoon.
The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town or Durban to Joburg is Wednesday night. The most expensive time is Sunday afternoon.
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- This article is meant only as information and should not be taken as financial advice. For tailored advice, please contact your financial adviser.