If there's one thing that has changed since the pandemic, it's that we're shopping more online. Now that you can't travel, some of you might be missing your favourite overseas brands which might be cheaper when you buy them overseas. But don't worry, we know a way that you can still shop online for your favourite overseas brands without having to pay any extra fees - by using the YouTrip card! There's always a concern of incurring additional fees and overseas exchange rates when you buy things online but with the YouTrip card, you don't have to worry about them anymore ?
#HHWT Tip: Use promo code HHWT5 when you sign up for YouTrip and you'll get $5 in your account after you've signed up and activated your card successfully! Do note that new sign-ups will take 7-12 days to receive their cards.
What is the YouTrip card?
For the uninitiated, YouTrip is a multi-currency mobile wallet app which you can download on your mobile phone via iOS and Android. Your YouTrip app is linked to a contactless Mastercard. The best part is that signing up for YouTrip is absolutely free! There are no registration or sign-up fees ?
Credit: YouTrip on Facebook
How does it help me save?
With over 150 currencies on YouTrip, not only can you use your card in physical stores but for online purchases too! The card is perfect especially if you're purchasing something online in a foreign currency. In case you're wondering, there will be no hidden transaction fees and YouTrip uses competitive exchange rates. As compared to using a typical bank-issued credit card, you can enjoy from 3-5% savings in fees or markups when you use YouTrip!
Which brands or online shops can I purchase from?
To get the most savings out of YouTrip, you can look for online shops that allow payments in their home currencies which might be cheaper than paying in Singapore dollars. Some of the popular overseas merchants that you can look forward to are ASOS, iHerb, Lululemon and Taobao.
Credit: Bose on Facebook
What's more, you can also save when you purchase popular items from overseas sites like Amazon US! Some of these items include Bose headphones, AirPods and iPad Pro, where you can save up to $80!
So, if you shop online for overseas brands frequently and have been bummed out about having to fork out extra costs and transaction fees, it's time to get YouTrip and enjoy savings while you shop online ?
#HHWT Tip: Use promo code HHWT5 when you sign up for YouTrip and you'll get $5 in your account after you've signed up and activated your card successfully! Do note that new sign-ups will take 7-12 days to receive their cards.
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