Axis Bank, India’s third largest private sector bank and Vistara has announced a strategic partnership to launch a distinct travel credit card offering for domestic travellers. The card will be unveiled early next year. The Axis Bank Vistara co-branded credit card will provide preferred privileges and benefits for business and leisure travellers under the carrier’s Club Vistara frequent flyer programme.
Phee Teik Yeoh, CEO, Vistara said, “The Axis Bank Vistara Credit Card is yet another step by Vistara towards creating a world class travel experience. We have long recognised that our frequent travellers need a credit card that offers them attractive opportunities to earn points and is widely accepted during their travel across the country. We are proud to partner with Axis Bank as both brands have similar customer philosophies – we nourish and cherish relationships with our customers and their satisfaction is at the core of our businesses.”
The personalised benefits from the co-branded credit card offering will be tiered depending on the frequency of one’s travel, starting with the base card for occasional traveller to a the super-premium credit card for the frequent flyers. The programme design promises to be unique compared to other airline cards available in the market. The partnership will help customers avail an array of lifestyle privileges, earn Club Vistara points and avail complimentary award flight tickets faster.
Shikha Sharma, MD and CEO, Axis Bank said, “It is our constant endeavour to offer financial solutions that excel in customer delivery. Travel is a key spend category for customers and is growing at a rapid pace. We are delighted to announce our partnership with Vistara which will help us further strengthen our travel product suite with a compelling proposition.”