Travelling can be an exhilarating experience, but it often comes with its fair share of stress and time-consuming hassles, particularly when it comes to car rentals at airports. However, for clients of Discovery Bank, those worries are now a thing of the past. Thanks to a recent partnership with Europcar, Discovery Bank clients can now enjoy priority express checkout at Europcar’s rental counters in Cape Town, King Shaka, Lanseria, and OR Tambo International airports. This exciting development is a part of the bank’s commitment to enhancing the overall travel experience for its valued customers.
The new feature, called Ready2GO Express Checkout, is a part of the Vitality Travel offering, a comprehensive end-to-end travel platform that grants Discovery Bank and Vitality clients access to the richest travel experiences and rewards. Introduced just over a year ago, Vitality Travel has quickly become a preferred platform for travel bookings in South Africa, with nearly one million local and international flights booked to date. In recognition of its innovative approach, the platform received the Qorus-Accenture’s Banking Innovation of the Month award in June.
Dinesh Govender, CEO of Vitality, expressed his enthusiasm about the new Ready2GO Express Checkout, stating, “We know how much clients love breezing through airport security with Discovery Bank Priority Fast Track and now, they can fast track their car hire collection too when booking on the Vitality Travel online booking platform. The Vitality Travel offering is about much more than the great discounts on flights, accommodation, and car hire. We are always working with our partners to find ways to enhance the client’s travel experience from start to finish.”
The Ready2GO Express Checkout feature will undoubtedly add an extra layer of convenience and time-saving benefits for Discovery Bank clients. With exclusive access to SAA’s airport lounges, Discovery Bank Priority Fast Track, and now, Discovery Bank and Europcar’s Ready2GO express checkout counters, travelers can expect a smoother, more enjoyable journey from the moment they step foot in the airport until they reach their destination.
Martin Lydall, CEO of Motus Car Rental, Europcar’s parent company, expressed his delight in extending the Ready2GO offering to Discovery Bank clients. He emphasized that the goal of this partnership is to provide mutual customers with a seamless travel experience, making service efficiency a top priority. Travelers can now expect a simpler, easier rental experience when collecting their vehicles without queues or paperwork.
So, how does Ready2GO Express Checkout work? It’s as easy as logging in to Vitality Travel, accessing the Car Rental section, and selecting the Ready2GO express checkout option when booking a vehicle. By doing so, Discovery Bank clients can enjoy priority service and experience the fastest way to get their rental car at the airport.
Discovery Bank’s commitment to delivering unprecedented value to its clients is evident in its continuous efforts to improve the travel experience. By partnering with Europcar and integrating Vitality Travel into its platform, the bank has taken significant steps to make travel planning and execution smoother, more enjoyable, and more rewarding.
As clients gear up to take advantage of the Ready2GO experience with Europcar, Discovery Bank remains dedicated to seeking new ways to redefine travel and add value to their customers’ journeys. The future of travel for Discovery Bank clients looks promising, and we can expect even more innovative solutions to make travel a breeze in the years to come. So, next time you plan a trip, consider the convenience of Discovery Bank’s Ready2GO Express Checkout for a stress-free, paperless car rental experience at South African airports.
