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Nowadays, most Canadian banks offer a comprehensive loyalty rewards program, and TD Bank is no different. In this article, I’ll cover the TD Rewards program in detail. I’ll explain the key benefits, let you know who I think it’s best suited for, and show you how to get the most out of TD Rewards. I’ll also touch on Expedia for TD, TD Rewards full-service travel provider, saving most of the details for a full review in the coming weeks. Ready? Let’s dive in.
Introducing TD Rewards
With the TD Rewards program, Canada’s second-largest bank aims for maximum flexibility, by making it easy for clients to redeem points in a variety of ways. TD Rewards is a credit card loyalty program, meaning that you earn points when you spend money with a TD rewards credit card. As with most bank loyalty rewards programs, the greatest value comes from redeeming points towards travel.
TD Rewards at a Glance
Introducing TD Rewards
With the TD Rewards program, Canada’s second-largest bank aims for maximum flexibility, by making it easy for clients to redeem points in a variety of ways. TD Rewards is a credit card loyalty program, meaning that you earn points when you spend money with a TD rewards credit card. As with most bank loyalty rewards programs, the greatest value comes from redeeming points towards travel.
TD Rewards at a Glance
Free rewards program, easy to understand
Flexible travel booking via Expedia for TD, or Book Any Way Travel
Numerous redemption options
Ideal for frequent travellers, students, small business owners
Credit card-only rewards program
Reduced value for non-travellers
To maximize earning potential, must book travel online
How to Earn TD Rewards Points
TD Rewards is a credit card-only rewards program, which means that in order to participate, you must choose one of four TD rewards credit cards…