In collaboration with Galileo Financial Technologies, SoFi’s Technology Platform, a new Mastercard offers exclusive member benefits, booking discounts, and effortless point accrual for everyday spending.
Budget-conscious travellers in search of rewards now have a new opportunity to earn Wyndham Rewards points on daily expenditures with the launch of the Wyndham Rewards Debit Card—an unprecedented offering by a major hospitality brand in the United States.
A trailblazer in the hospitality sector, the Wyndham Rewards Debit Card makes earning points simple through everyday transactions such as fuel, groceries, dining, shopping, and beyond. Targeted particularly at younger travellers and those who favour a debt-free lifestyle, this debit card enables point accumulation without the complications of credit cards. Points can later be redeemed for various rewards, including complimentary stays at over 60,000 hotels, holiday resorts, and rental properties worldwide. Additional perks include complimentary Wyndham Rewards Gold membership status, exclusive hotel booking discounts, and annual point bonuses.
Charmaine Taylor, Senior Vice President, Strategic and Financial Partnerships at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, explained the card’s relevance: “Studies continue to show that a significant number of travellers, especially younger consumers like Gen Z, choose debit cards as their primary payment method. Unfortunately, many have been excluded from opportunities to earn free hotel stays and travel rewards. With the Wyndham Rewards Debit Card, that’s no longer the case. Everyone can now earn points from everyday purchases and, in turn, enjoy meaningful rewards.”
Research conducted by EY last year revealed that nearly 70% of Gen Z consumers utilise debit cards weekly or more frequently. Additionally, a report by PMG highlights travel as a key spending area for this demographic, with 65% planning to increase travel spending in 2025 and nearly 60% viewing loyalty programmes as essential when booking travel.
Key Features of the Wyndham Rewards Debit Card:
- Effortless Point Accrual: Earn one Wyndham Rewards point for every dollar spent on eligible Wyndham hotels, fuel, and grocery purchases, and one point for every two dollars spent on all other qualifying expenses.¹
- Gold Membership Status: Receive complimentary Wyndham Rewards Gold level membership, unlocking benefits such as accelerated point accrual, preferred room allocations, late checkouts, and more.⁵
- Welcome Bonus: Kickstart your membership with 2,500 Wyndham Rewards bonus points after completing at least two direct deposits and spending $100 within the first 90 days.²
- Annual Bonus: Earn up to 7,500 bonus points annually on your card anniversary, sufficient for a free night’s stay at thousands of Wyndham hotels worldwide.³
- Exclusive Booking Discounts: Access special rates when booking through participating Wyndham properties.⁶
- No Monthly Fees: The £6 monthly fee is waived for those maintaining an average monthly balance of at least £2,500.⁴
- ATM Fee Waivers: No surcharges at ATMs within the Cirrus network.⁷
The Wyndham Rewards Debit Card, powered by Galileo Financial Technologies and SoFi’s platform, is issued by Sunrise Banks N.A. and backed by Mastercard.
Derek White, CEO of Galileo Financial Technologies, shared his thoughts: “Debit users are often overlooked in traditional rewards schemes, making this card truly special. With Galileo’s platform, Wyndham quickly launched this innovative product in just a few months, showcasing the power of our technology in driving customer satisfaction and revenue growth.”
Chiro Aikat, Co-President of Mastercard in the U.S., added: “Brands are increasingly seeking payment solutions that foster customer loyalty and deeper connections. The Wyndham Rewards Debit Card offers tailored rewards, enriching consumers’ passion for travel.”
This debit card complements Wyndham’s established credit card portfolio, including the Wyndham Rewards Earner Plus Card, Wyndham Rewards Earner® Card, and Wyndham Rewards Earner Business Card. Each caters to frequent travellers with benefits like higher point multipliers for fuel and hotel purchases, membership upgrades, anniversary bonuses, and more
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