Garanti BBVA Launches Miles&Smiles Diamond Credit Card in Collaboration with Turkish Airlines
Foreks - Garanti BBVA (BME:BBVA), in collaboration with Turkish Airlines (IS:THYAO), has launched Turkey’s first passenger loyalty program, Miles&Smiles, and introduced the Miles&Smiles Diamond credit cards for its customers. Designed specifically for customers with high foreign spending who prefer to fly with Turkish Airlines, the Miles&Smiles Diamond credit card offers its users numerous privileges.
It provides opportunities to benefit from exclusive services and discounts. The Miles&Smiles Diamond, issued by Garanti BBVA, caters to different needs with options featuring Mastercard and American Express logos. The card allows users to earn 1 Mile for every 5 TL spent on flight tickets purchased from Turkish Airlines. Additionally, Garanti BBVA customers can earn up to 5.5 times extra Miles based on their asset levels with the bank. Moreover, Miles&Smiles Classic Plus members earn an additional 25% Miles on their purchases, while Elite and Elite Plus members earn 50% more Miles. Accumulated Miles can be converted into status Miles, providing an opportunity for upgrades within the Miles&Smiles membership tiers.
Holders of the Mastercard-branded Miles&Smiles Diamond Card can enjoy lounge privileges at domestic and international airports up to 8 times a year with one guest. They can also benefit from two free IGA Valet services per year and enjoy fast track access up to eight times. Additionally, they receive opportunities such as a 20% discount on Uber rides during international travels and two free usages of the IGA Buggy service per year. There are also discounts of up to 10% on dining and hotel expenses abroad based on the value of assets held with the bank.
The Mastercard-branded Miles&Smiles Garanti BBVA Diamond card also offers attractive advantages in daily life, including a 50% discount on the IKSV Kırmızı Lale Card and complimentary tickets for events through Passo.
Holders of the American Express-branded card can additionally enjoy an extra 25% Miles on their purchases and a 10% discount at selected restaurants and hotels.
Those interested in obtaining the Miles&Smiles Diamond Credit Card can apply at Garanti BBVA branches or through digital channels.