Filipinos are among the world’s most enthusiastic and prolific travelers. Each year, more Filipino travelers are making their way, not just to previously unexplored parts of the Philippines, but virtually all of the corners of the world. Filipinos are not just traveling internationally for professional opportunities, either. More and more are now traveling for leisure, reflecting the country’s more optimistic economic outlook.
Today’s travelers are also more resourceful than ever. Indeed, pro-level travel know-how is often seen as a mark of pride among the country’s growing number of well-heeled adventurers.
While everyone has their own bag of tricks, everyone will agree that the right credit card makes all the difference. Of all the exclusive options for travelers out there, the Maya Black Credit Card stands out for doing something exceptionally well: giving cardholders premium benefits without excessive gatekeeping. However you plan to travel, this black credit card will be your greatest partner for painless payments and much more.
That said, credit cards aren’t the only necessity for better travel. Whether you’re traveling for fun, family, or future goals, use this checklist to make your adventures just a bit more pleasurable.
1. Start with the Right-Sized Luggage and a Lot of Packing Cubes
There’s something to be said about the sheer convenience of traveling with just your carry-on luggage. Most modern passenger aircraft will have an overhead storage bin that accommodates luggage with a maximum size of 56cm x 36cm x 23cm (22in x 14in x 9in), so you may want to get luggage that is within this limit. You’d be surprised at just how much stuff you can fit into luggage this size, especially when you use packing cubes to organize everything.
Of course, if you are packing for a longer trip or need to take bulky winter clothing with you, checking in some of your luggage is unavoidable. In these cases, you can go with whatever size luggage you think you need. Regardless, avoid overpacking and make sure your luggage size fits your itinerary so that you won’t have such a hard time moving between destinations.
2. Set Up a Digital Travel Folder
Make sure your trip hits fewer snags by creating a digital folder that contains your itinerary as well as all your tickets, accommodation, and attraction bookings, plus copies of your travel requirements, like your passport and visas. Make sure to have the folder accessible on the cloud and to have copies of all the documents on your smartphone. You can also choose to have a physical folder that contains your paper documents, but having a digital backup is just a great idea since you may not want to lug around a folder whenever you go to a museum or theme park. Don’t forget to book everything ahead of time with your Maya Black Credit Card to earn valuable Maya Miles.
3. Earn Miles on Every Purchase with Maya Black
Speaking of Maya Miles, the Maya Black Credit Card turns all qualified purchases into Maya Miles, which you can use to pay at selected stores. Unlike other black credit cards, you can use your Maya Black Credit Card to earn points across many other spending categories, not just travel-related ones. As a nice perk, purchases at Maya Black Preferred merchants can earn you up to 10x more miles, helping you unlock bigger and better rewards sooner.
4. Don’t Withdraw Too Much Cash
If you’re traveling overseas, it’s a good idea to research the extent of cashless adoption at your destination. Credit card adoption has gone up throughout most of the world, but there are still plenty of situations where cash is needed, even in highly developed countries like Japan and the US. Just withdraw enough physical cash to cover tips and other typical cash-only scenarios, and use your Maya Black Credit Card for everything else.
5. Freeze, Adjust, or Monitor Your Card Over the Maya App
The Maya Black Credit Card is backed by Maya’s high-tech security features, including proactive 24/7 AI-powered fraud detection. But if you want even more security, you can dive into your card’s settings through the Maya App.
Through the app, you can freeze your card, set spending limits, and selectively turn off online payments and foreign transactions. In case you lose your card, you can also stop EMV chip payments and cash advances. With these features, you’ll have so much more freedom to enjoy your travels.
6. Always Pack a Power Bank (and a Universal Adapter)
Of course, whether you're blocking your credit card or checking out schedules for the next train, devices are your lifeline while traveling. A reliable power bank and a global adapter ensure you're never caught with a dead phone. Recently, airlines around the world have started setting 100Wh (27,000mAh) limits for power bank capacity, so make sure you have ones that fall within this threshold. Don’t forget to also bring a universal adaptor with you so you can get your power bank topped up when you’re in your hotel room.
7. Don’t Get Price-Gouged at Airports
Airport food and drinks are always overpriced, so it’s probably a good idea to have a light snack before you head to the departure area. Consider bringing an empty reusable bottle that you can fill at post-security water stations to stay hydrated without paying a premium for bottled water.
8. Bring Versatile Outfits That You Can Layer
As a rule, lightweight clothes are a much better choice for traveling compared to heavier clothes for several reasons. Not only will they keep you within your allowable weight limit, but you’ll probably get more outfits out of them with some clever mixing and matching. Lighter clothes are also less of a hassle to wash, and layering can make certain pieces adaptable to colder weather and smarter dress codes. Most importantly, they’ll also leave you a lot more space for your pasalubongs.
Your Best Adventures Deserve Maya Black
Traveling is great, but with the right tools, it can get even better. The Maya Black Credit Card goes above and beyond typical credit cards to help you get more out of your adventures. Apply for your own black credit card through the upgraded Maya App to begin your best life yet. Don’t forget to follow Maya on social for the latest updates, travel tips, and the inside scoop on exclusive cardholder perks.
