Booking.com Launches Credit Card That Makes It Easier to Earn and Use Rewards for Travel
Booking.com (NASDAQ:BKNG) has launched its new Genius Rewards Visa Signature® Credit Card, powered by Imprint, featuring no annual fee and premium travel benefits. The card offers generous rewards including 6% in Travel Credits on app bookings, 5% on other Booking.com travel, and 3% on destination purchases, dining, gas, and groceries.
Cardholders receive $150 in Travel Credits after spending $1,500 in the first 90 days and instant Genius Level 3 status, providing 10-20% off select stays, 10-15% off rental cars, and premium perks. A survey revealed that 82% of American cardholders check their rewards more frequently than retirement accounts, yet only 28% feel confident maximizing their benefits.
Booking.com (NASDAQ:BKNG) ha presentato la nuova Genius Rewards Visa Signature® Credit Card, emessa da Imprint: una carta senza commissione annuale con vantaggi travel di livello premium. La carta offre ricompense generose, tra cui il 6% in Crediti Viaggio per le prenotazioni tramite app, il 5% per le altre spese di viaggio su Booking.com e il 3% per acquisti legati alla destinazione, ristorazione, carburante e generi alimentari.
I titolari ottengono 150$ in Crediti Viaggio dopo aver speso 1.500$ nei primi 90 giorni e ricevono immediatamente lo status Genius Livello 3, che garantisce sconti del 10�20% su soggiorni selezionati, 10�15% sui noleggi auto e altri vantaggi premium. Un sondaggio mostra che l'82% dei possessori di carta americani controlla le ricompense più spesso dei conti pensione, ma solo il 28% si sente sicuro di sfruttare al massimo questi benefici.
Booking.com (NASDAQ:BKNG) ha lanzado su nueva Genius Rewards Visa Signature® Credit Card, impulsada por Imprint: una tarjeta sin cuota anual con beneficios de viaje premium. La tarjeta ofrece recompensas generosas, incluyendo 6% en Créditos de Viaje para reservas desde la app, 5% en otros viajes en Booking.com y 3% en compras en destino, restaurantes, gasolina y comestibles.
Los titulares reciben 150$ en Créditos de Viaje tras gastar 1.500$ en los primeros 90 días y obtienen al instante el nivel Genius 3, que ofrece 10�20% de descuento en estancias seleccionadas, 10�15% en alquiler de coches y ventajas premium. Una encuesta reveló que el 82% de los titulares estadounidenses revisa sus recompensas con más frecuencia que sus cuentas de retiro, aunque solo el 28% se siente seguro de aprovechar al máximo los beneficios.
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Booking.com (NASDAQ:BKNG) a lancé sa nouvelle Genius Rewards Visa Signature® Credit Card, propulsée par Imprint : une carte sans frais annuels offrant des avantages voyage premium. La carte propose des récompenses généreuses, notamment 6% en crédits de voyage pour les réservations via l'application, 5% sur les autres voyages réservés sur Booking.com et 3% sur les achats sur place, la restauration, l'essence et l'épicerie.
Les titulaires reçoivent 150$ en crédits de voyage après avoir dépensé 1 500$ dans les 90 premiers jours et obtiennent immédiatement le statut Genius Niveau 3, offrant 10�20% de réduction sur certains séjours, 10�15% sur les locations de voiture et des avantages premium. Un sondage a révélé que 82% des détenteurs de carte américains consultent leurs récompenses plus souvent que leur compte retraite, mais seulement 28% se sentent confiants de maximiser ces bénéfices.
Booking.com (NASDAQ:BKNG) hat die neue Genius Rewards Visa Signature® Credit Card, unterstützt von Imprint, vorgestellt: eine Karte ohne Jahresgebühr mit erstklassigen Reisevorteilen. Die Karte bietet großzügige Prämien, darunter 6% Reiseguthaben bei Buchungen über die App, 5% auf andere Booking.com-Reisebuchungen und 3% auf Ausgaben vor Ort, Essen, Benzin und Lebensmittel.
Karteninhaber erhalten 150$ Reiseguthaben nach Ausgaben von 1.500$ in den ersten 90 Tagen und erhalten sofort Genius Level 3, das 10�20% Rabatt auf ausgewählte Aufenthalte, 10�15% auf Mietwagen und weitere Premium-Leistungen bietet. Eine Umfrage ergab, dass 82% der amerikanischen Karteninhaber ihre Prämien häufiger prüfen als ihre Altersvorsorgekonten, jedoch nur 28% sich sicher fühlen, die Vorteile optimal zu nutzen.
- No annual fee and no foreign transaction fees
- High earning rates: 6% on app bookings, 5% on other Booking.com travel
- $150 welcome bonus in Travel Credits after $1,500 spend
- Instant access to highest loyalty tier (Genius Level 3) with premium benefits
- Flexible 1:1 redemption value with no blackout dates or minimums
- $15,000 annual spend requirement for $100 bonus Travel Credits
- Travel Credits limited to Booking.com platform usage only
- Highest rewards tied to Booking.com ecosystem, limiting flexibility
Insights
Booking.com's new co-branded credit card creates significant revenue potential through interchange fees and enhanced customer loyalty with no annual fee.
Booking.com's entry into the co-branded credit card space represents a strategic expansion of its revenue streams and loyalty ecosystem. Partnering with Imprint (card platform) and Visa positions BKNG to capture significant interchange fee revenue - typically 1.5-3% of transaction volume - while simultaneously increasing customer retention and booking frequency.
The card's structure is smartly designed for both acquisition and engagement. The no-annual-fee model removes adoption barriers while the tiered rewards structure (6%/5%/3%/2%) creates compelling incentives for cardholders to consolidate travel spending within Booking.com's ecosystem. This reduces customer acquisition costs and creates a self-reinforcing loyalty loop.
Most significant is the direct travel credit system instead of points, addressing a key pain point in travel rewards programs. This transparent approach simplifies redemption and prevents value dilution through point devaluation - a common issue that undermines consumer trust in traditional travel rewards programs.
The automatic Genius Level 3 status instant upgrade creates immediate perceived value, addressing the delayed gratification problem that often plagues loyalty programs. This instant-status approach can accelerate adoption rates significantly compared to cards requiring status to be earned.
The timing aligns with broader industry trends showing travel demand remaining robust despite economic pressures. Booking.com is effectively monetizing its existing customer base while creating a powerful tool to attract high-value travelers who might otherwise book directly with hotels or airlines.
Survey reveals Americans would give up alcohol, celebrating their birthday, and even sex for better travel rewards, with the Booking.com Genius Rewards Visa Signature® Credit Card, powered by Imprint, making travel easier, no sacrifices required
Travel rewards made easy
In today's world, credit card rewards have become a highly valued currency, with the large majority (
The desire to travel is strong, and deeply personal
According to new research from Booking.com, more than half (
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Earn More on What Matters Most2:
6% in Travel Credits on stays booked through the Booking.com app5% on all other travel booked on Booking.com3% on purchases made at the destination during a stay booked on Booking.com3% on dining, gas, and groceries2% on all other purchases
Top Perks & Benefits Include2:
- No annual fee
in Travel Credits after spending$150 on the card in the first 90 days$1,500 in bonus Travel Credits each year after spending$100 or more on the card$15,000 - Genius Level 3 status instantly upon signup � Booking.com's highest loyalty tier
- No foreign transaction fees
- Protection benefits including auto rental, trip cancellation, and travel accident insurance as well as extended warranty protection
Instant benefits with Genius Level 32:
Nearly 3 in 4 American cardholders (
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-20% off select stays worldwide - 10�
15% off on select rental cars - Free breakfast and room upgrades at participating properties
- Priority customer support
- Flight price alerts to track flight deals and pricing changes
This loyalty boost isn't just about better stays, it's meaningful value. In fact,three-quarters (
"Booking.com has redefined the modern travel experience, and Imprint is thrilled to partner with the company to build on this legacy of innovation by introducing a card designed to enhance every step of the travel journey," said Daragh Murphy, CEO of Imprint.
"Americans count on their rewards to unlock meaningful travel experiences," said Kirk Stuart, Senior Vice President, Head of North America Merchant, Acquiring & Enablement at Visa. "We're proud to join together with partners like Booking.com to make those moments easier for travelers to earn and enjoy."
(1) To explore more insights into how Americans are thinking about travel rewards and what they're willing to trade for unforgettable experiences, visit .
(2) To learn more or apply for the Booking.com Genius Rewards Visa Signature® Credit Card, visit.
Methodology
Based on survey results conducted by Booking.com. Survey participants consisted of 1,000
About
Part of Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG), Booking.com's mission is to make it easier for everyone to experience the world. By investing in the technology that helps take the friction out of travel, Booking.com's marketplace seamlessly connects millions of travelers with memorable experiences every day. For more information, follow @bookingcom on social media or visit.
About Imprint
Imprint is a financial technology company that partners with iconic global brands to design, launch, and service co-branded credit card programs that significantly increase customer engagement, loyalty, and value. Imprint's digital cardholder experience and purposefully designed technology stack deliver bespoke programs and customized rewards for each brand. Imprint tailors the level of program integration to each brand's needs. For more information about Imprint, please visit.
The Booking.com Genius Rewards Visa Signature® Credit Card is issued by First Electronic Bank, pursuant to a license from Visa
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