After a 4 year break the Olympic games are here with us again and if you love sports, you are definitely in for a treat. The Olympics is an international sporting event whereby thousands of athletes from across the world participate in a variety of competitions. The games were inspired by the ancient Olympic games which were held in Olympia, Greece from 8th Century BC to the 4th Century AD with the first modern games being held in Athen in 1896. Given the rich history of these games, it is everyone’s dream to attend one in person. Luckily, this time around Visa has partnered with various organizations to give you a chance to attend the Olympics.
NCBA Bank
Visa has partnered with NCBA Bank to launch a spend and win campaign that will see three lucky winners and their plus one’s travel to Paris for The Olympic Games. Under the competition, current and potential Visa card holders stand a chance to win the grand prize of a fully paid trip valued at over Kes. 400,000 for each winner and their companion to watch the Olympics Games. Additionally, customers shopping with their Visa cards also stand to win NCBA Visa branded merchandise.
The package for the three winners includes, three-night Paris accommodation, including double occupancy and breakfast. Two Olympic event tickets per person and a Paris metro card for transportation from the airport or train to the events. A Paris activity pass with a choice of three activities – from a choice of 33 – including Seine River cruises, bike tours, and visits to Paris landmarks, monuments, and museums. A prepaid card loaded with 50 Euros and a branded Paris 2024 gift. There will also be a dedicated on-site hosting team to ensure that you are well taken care of.
Safaricom
To ensure that everyone gets a chance to attend the Olympics, they have also partnered with Safaricom. The deal will see four Kenyans plus a companion each win a trip to Paris to support Team Kenya and witness the magic of the Olympics firsthand. The trip package for the winners and their companions includes flights, accommodation, food, drinks, and stadium tickets for various events, thereby providing them with the ultimate Olympic experience.
Any transaction worth KES 1,500 and above made via the M-PESA GlobalPay Virtual Visa Card through the M-PESA App automatically enters the draw for a chance to win a trip to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
They have also partnered with Qatar Airways in a bid to offer Visa cardholders in East Africa an exclusive opportunity to enjoy up to 12% discount on air travel tickets. In the campaign which runs up to November 2024, Visa cardholders will get the discounts when they book online and use their card for payment.
Jumeirah Hotels
A partnership with Jumeirah an international hotel chain with branches in the United Arab Emirates, Maldives, Bali, United Kingdom, Spain, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain and China will see one getting a 20% discount when booking your stay using a Visa card. Other benefits in the deal includes daily breakfast, unlimited access to Wild Wadi Waterpark, at selected hotels, access to a private beach, chilled pools and wellness facilities, access to Kids Club among others.
Booking.com
Looking to book at hotel on Booking.com? They have got you covered courtesy of a partnership with the hotel booking platform. Visa card holders will get an 8% discount on your accommodation cost by using the PROMO Code VISABKNG when making a payment. Which is not a bad deal when you think about it.
So, what are you waiting for?? Start paying for your expenses using your Visa Card and stand to win a one in a lifetime chance to attend the Olympics with your significant other.