In the run-up to the Olympic Games Paris 2024 HSBC announced an exclusive credit card campaign to reward their cardholders with a chance to attend the greatest sporting event in the world, the bank said in a media statement.
The media statement said Visa credit cardholders who frequently use their card for everyday purchases can aim to earn points during the campaign period from 1 March 2024 until 30 April 2024, and the top spenders during this period will win prizes under three categories; Gold, Silver and Bronze.
“We are thrilled to offer our cardholders an unforgettable moment through our collaboration with Visa.
“The Olympic Games represents the pinnacle of athletic achievements and we are delighted to provide one lucky customer and a companion a dual prize to be part of not just this historic event, but to access the diverse culture of art, fashion, architecture and cuisine of Paris”, said James Rebert, Head of Wealth & Personal Banking of HSBC Sri Lanka.
Avanthi Colombage, Country Manager, Sri Lanka and Maldives, Visa said: “One of the most unifying factors in our country has been sports and we are thrilled to provide to our HSBC cardholders the opportunity to view the Olympic Games Paris 2024 live in Paris.
Using their HSBC Visa credit cards to make purchases, consumers get a chance to win a unique trip to witness world class athletes perform on the global stage.”
According to HSBC, the lucky winner of the gold category will be entitled to an all-expenses paid four nights trip to Paris with business class flights and luxury accommodation, VIP tickets to watch the athletics finals and the Closing Ceremony.
The HSBC statement said there will also be two other winners of the campaign who stand a chance to earn Rs 500,000 in cash-back or reward points under the Silver category and 10 winners who stand a chance to earn Rs. 100,000 in cash-back or reward points under the Bronze category.