AEON and Thai Airways launches “AEON Royal Orchid Plus World Mastercard” Offering Exclusive World Class Travel Experiences

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Recently, Mr.Kiyoyasu Asanuma (Middle), Managing Director of AEON Thana Sinsap (Thailand) Public Company Limited and Mrs.Priyasiri Juathes (2nd from left), Vice President of Product and Guest Experience Department of Thai Airways International Public Company Limited together with Mr.Donald Ong (2nd from right), Country Manager Thailand and Myanmar, Mastercard launched, “AEON Royal Orchid Plus World Mastercard” with the concept of ‘Enjoy the Traveling Freedom’ offering the ultimate travel experiences and superior benefits for both business people and jetsetters. For every 15 baht spend in foreign currency, card member will earn 1 AEON Royal Orchid Plus Reward Point. Card member will also earn cash back for up to 36,000 baht per year from spending in both Thailand and oversea. Moreover, they will get 50% cash back when purchasing a second Thai Airways Business Class Air ticket by using AEON Royal Orchid World Mastercard.

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What this means

This strategic co-branding with Thai Airways is a smart play by AEON to deepen its financial services integration within the lucrative travel sector, a segment also eyed by rivals. While AEON malls have seen significant city expansion in Asia, this card initiative diversifies their offering beyond retail real estate, using an established airline for premium customer acquisition. The 50% cashback on a second Business Class ticket and annual 36,000 baht cashback directly pressures other financial institutions and airlines offering travel benefits, such as those that might partner with Tiffany & Co.'s new Blue Box Cafe in Singapore. However, the success hinges on sustained travel demand and competitive points redemption. Watch the redemption rates for AEON Royal Orchid Plus Reward Points in the coming months.

Rajiv Menon · Retail News Asia newsroom

Questions & Answers

What is the main concept or theme behind the new AEON Royal Orchid Plus World Mastercard?

The new Mastercard is launched with the concept of 'Enjoy the Traveling Freedom'. It aims to offer ultimate travel experiences and superior benefits for business people and jetsetters alike.

What is the reward point earn rate for foreign currency spending using this new credit card?

For every 15 baht spent in foreign currency, card members will earn 1 AEON Royal Orchid Plus Reward Point. This is one of the key benefits advertised for travellers.

Are there any cashback benefits offered with the AEON Royal Orchid Plus World Mastercard?

Yes, card members can earn cash back of up to 36,000 baht per year from spending, applicable both in Thailand and overseas. There is also 50% cashback on a second Thai Airways Business Class ticket.

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