American Express launches 0% interest travel packages

American Express credit cards recently launched a travel promotion which allows American Express card members to purchase travel packages at 0% interest on the cash price, on 12 month instalment plans at three leading travel agencies.

The promotion runs from 1 September to 31 October 2011, and is available for bookings made at Mackinnons American Express Travels, Classic Travels and Gabo Travels.

In addition to the above mentioned benefits and flexibility on the travel package pricing card members who purchase their return their air tickets using their American Express credit card also receive a complementary travel insurance coverage from Allianz Insurance Lanka Ltd., subject to the terms and conditions contained in the insurance provider’s policy.

Nations Trust Bank DGM American Express Credit Cards Priyantha Talwatte commenting on the launch of the promotion stated: “We are delighted to offer something special during this year’s travel season by partnering with three leading travel agencies in Sri Lanka. American Express card members will have a choice to choose travel packages to fit their specific requirements of exploration, site seeing, shopping, holidaying and even a pilgrimage to any destination in the world from any of the three partner outlets at the lowest price. If they wish, without any additional cost they can decide to pay in 12-month instalments at 0% interest. We believe this will benefit our customers’ travel plans.”

Card members interested in obtaining more information on the promotion can visit the American Express Credit Cards website – www.americanexpress.lk or call the 24 hour Customer Service Hotline on ( 011) 4 414141.