Is it worth accumulating miles with the Smiles card? Discover in this update how you can maximize your mileage earning with your card.
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Understanding the Smiles Program
To begin with, Smiles is a loyalty program created by the airline Gol. With it, you can accumulate points (or miles) on your trips and also through the use of the Smiles card. These points can be redeemed for airline tickets, hotels, car rentals and even various products from the Smiles online store.
To earn miles with the Smiles card, you must use the card for your purchases. This means that, when you buy a coffee, a book or your next cell phone using the Smiles card, you will be accumulating points. These accumulated points are automatically converted into miles, which you can use to redeem the rewards we mentioned above.
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The Smiles Card
The Smiles card is nothing more than a common credit card, issued by Banco do Brasil, Bradesco or Santander, depending on your preference. The difference is that every time you use the card, whether to make a purchase online or in physical stores, you accumulate points.
There are different Smiles card categories, each with a different points purchase conversion rate. The Smiles Internacional card, for example, offers 1.3 miles for every dollar spent. The Smiles Platinum card offers 2 miles per dollar and provides extra benefits such as access to VIP lounges at some airports.
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The key to maximizing mileage earning is choosing a card that aligns with your consumption profile. If you travel a lot, for example, a card that offers a good return on miles and access to VIP lounges could be an interesting option.
How to Redeem your Miles
Accumulated a good number of miles? Now it's time to rescue them. You can do this directly through the Smiles website or app. Simply access your account, select the miles redemption option and choose the reward you want. You can exchange your miles for airline tickets, hotel stays, car rentals and even products in the Smiles online store.
If you travel frequently, the accumulated miles can represent significant savings. Imagine being able to fly for free (or almost free) to your next vacation destination. All this using a credit card you already have!
Conclusion
Earning miles with the Smiles card is an interesting way to maximize your credit card returns, especially if you are a frequent traveler. The first step to taking advantage of these benefits is understanding how the Smiles program works and how to redeem your miles.
Choose the Smiles card that best matches your consumption profile and start accumulating miles today. After all, who knows, your next plane ticket could be courtesy of your Smiles card?
