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Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Saudia's AlFursan Loyalty Program Earns Triple Honors at the 2025 Freddie Awards
Recognized for Excellence in Loyalty Innovation and Member-Centric Rewards JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has achieved significant recognition at the 2025 Freddie Awards, with its AlFursan Loyalty Program earning three major accolades. The program was honored with 'Best Elite Program – Airline Category', 'Best Promotion' and 'Best Loyalty Credit Card' awards. These awards underscore AlFursan's commitment to delivering innovative and valuable experiences to its members. The "Best Elite Program – Airline Category" award reflects AlFursan's seamless and rewarding experience, offering effortless mile earning and redemption opportunities. Building on this success in member engagement, AlFursan also received the 'Best Promotion' award for its '94% Bonus Miles When Purchasing Miles' campaign. This initiative was acknowledged for enabling members to significantly boost their mile balances, opening doors to aspirational travel opportunities. Furthermore, AlFursan's commitment to providing comprehensive loyalty benefits was recognized with the 'Best Loyalty Credit Card' award. This accolade was given for its co-branded credit card offering with Al Rajhi Bank, highlighting its innovative approach to transforming everyday spending into valuable travel benefits through generous welcome bonuses and competitive earning rates. For North American guests, joining the AlFursan Loyalty Program means access to a world of exclusive benefits tailored to enhance their travel experiences. Members can enjoy seamless connections through Saudia's extensive network, including priority boarding, additional baggage allowances, and access to luxurious lounges. The program also offers unique opportunities to earn and redeem miles across the SkyTeam alliance, making international travel more rewarding and accessible. 'This triple recognition affirms AlFursan's leadership in loyalty innovation and our commitment to delivering meaningful value to our members. We've reimagined what a loyalty program can offer—flexibility, lasting rewards, and miles that never expire,' said Essam Akhonbay, Vice President of AlFursan Loyalty Program at Saudia. 'As we continue to expand our partnerships and digital capabilities, AlFursan remains dedicated to creating seamless, rewarding journeys that inspire loyalty for life.' AlFursan is designed to deliver more value at every stage of the journey. Members can earn miles when flying with Saudia or any SkyTeam alliance partner, as well as through everyday spending with a wide range of partners, including hotels, car rental agencies, and retail brands. The program provides its members with an extensive range of benefits, including the option to add an extra piece of checked luggage, priority on waiting lists, bonus miles, and lounge access. With a user-friendly digital platform, members can easily manage their accounts, track miles, and access personalized offers. About Saudia:Saudia (Saudia Airlines) is the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Established in 1945, the company has grown to become one of the Middle East's largest airlines. Saudia has invested significantly in upgrading its aircraft and currently operates one of the youngest fleet, with 144 aircraft. The airline serves an extensive global route network covering around 100 destinations across four continents, including all 28 domestic airports in Saudi Arabia. A member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Arab Air Carriers Organization (AACO), Saudia has also been a member airline in SkyTeam, the second largest alliance, since 2012. Saudia was recently awarded the "World Class Airline 2025" for the fourth consecutive year at The APEX Official Airline Ratings™ awards. Saudia has also advanced 11 places in the Skytrax airlines ranking of the World Best Airlines 2023. The Airline also ranked top among global airlines for best on-time performance (OTP) according to a report by Cirium. For more information on Saudia, please visit Media CenterSaudi Arabian Airlines HeadquartersJeddah 21231, Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaEmail: mediacenter@
Tourism Breaking News
03-03-2025
- Business
- Tourism Breaking News
Lumi partners with WalaOne to elevate customer loyalty and experience in Saudi Arabia
Post Views: 57 Lumi announced a strategic partnership with WalaOne which allows Lumi customers to earn a designated number of WalaOne points for each rental transaction. These accumulated points can then be exchanged for an array of rewards and benefits available through the WalaOne platform. The partnership was officially signed at a ceremony attended by Obadah Khaled, Chief of WalaOne; Khaled Almangour, Partnership Manager, WalaOne; and Abdulrahman Alshehri, Customer Success Specialist, WalaOne, in addition to a distinguished group of senior executives from Lumi, marking a pivotal moment in Lumi's ongoing dedication to expanding its loyalty program offerings and enriching customer satisfaction. Syed Azfar Shakeel, CEO of Lumi, said: 'Lumi is committed to continuous innovation and enhancing the customer journey. In a proactive move to meet the demand for rewarding loyalty programs, we've partnered with WalaOne to offer seamless integration and enhanced benefits. By providing WalaOne points with every rental, we are reinforcing our dedication to customer loyalty and satisfaction.' Obadah Khaled, Chief of WalaOne, said: 'At WalaOne, we strive to provide our users with more ways to maximize the value of their everyday transactions. Our partnership with Lumi marks an exciting step in expanding our ecosystem of rewards and benefits. By integrating Lumi's mobility services into WalaOne, we are giving customers even more opportunities to earn and redeem points, making their journeys more rewarding.' The addition of WalaOne marks the fourth loyalty program within Lumi's portfolio, complementing existing programs such as Qitaf, AlFursan, and Mokafaa. By partnering with WalaOne, Lumi aims to deliver even greater value and choice to its customers, rewarding them with points redeemable for tangible benefits.
