If you live for traveling, try these credit cards
What's the story
Choosing the right credit card can be as important as choosing the right pair of pants, when you are planning a meditation retreat in India. From travel rewards to hotel benefits, some credit cards are practically made for retreat-goers. In this article, we look at five must-have credit cards that offer travel, hotel, and lifestyle rewards perfect for anyone heading to meditation retreats across India.
Travel perks
Axis Bank Atlas Credit Card: Traveler's delight
The Axis Bank Atlas Credit Card (annual fee: ₹5,000) provides two thousand five hundred EDGE Miles as a welcome benefit upon completing the first transaction within 37 days of card issuance. Cardholders earn five EDGE Miles per ₹100 spent for monthly spends up to ₹200,000 on travel expenses. Additionally, cardholders enjoy up to 12 international and 18 domestic airport lounge visits annually, further enhancing the travel experience.
Luxury travel
HDFC Diners Club Black: Premium experience
The HDFC Diners Club Black Credit Card (annual fee: ₹10,000) provides a truly premium experience. Members receive Club Marriott and Amazon Prime memberships upon spending ₹150,000 within 90 days of card issuance. Earning up to five points per ₹150 on retail, along with dining discounts and unlimited lounge access worldwide.
EaseMyTrip offers
Standard Chartered EaseMyTrip Card: Booking benefits
If you are a frequent user of EaseMyTrip, the Standard Chartered EaseMyTrip Credit Card is a no-brainer with a super low annual fee of ₹350. It offers up to 20% off on hotel bookings and up to 10% off on flight bookings made through EaseMyTrip. Plus, you earn huge rewards points on standalone hotel and airline bookings, and get free lounge visits. Perfect for booking your next meditation retreat!
Ixigo Rewards
Ixigo AU Credit Card: Zero forex markup
At ₹999 per year, the Ixigo AU Credit Card is a great deal for frequent Ixigo users. It comes with a generous welcome bonus, including reward points and ixigo money vouchers on the first transaction within 30 days of issuance. Plus, you'll get exclusive discounts on Ixigo bookings, complimentary lounge access, and no forex markup fees.
Indigo specials
Kotak Indigo 6E Rewards XL: For IndiGo flyers
Designed for frequent IndiGo flyers, the Kotak IndiGo 6E Rewards XL Credit Card carries an annual fee of ₹2,500. It boasts a strong welcome gift package, featuring IndiGo tickets and add-ons exceeding ₹4,000 in combined value. Additionally, the card offers robust rewards points on various spends, including enhanced benefits for dining and entertainment categories, along with exclusive discounts on booking fees.