Five Ways to Shop Savvy This Summer
Savvy shopping tips for the warmer months ahead.
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Summer is on the horizon and whether you like it or not, your bank account is going to take some damage. Luckily, there are ways that you can avoid all that hard-earned cash disappearing from your account in one big transaction. With a little help from our friends at Gem Visa, you could enjoy 6 months interest free on all Visa purchases over $250 anywhere, anytime*.
Maaike + co
First thing's first, it's a new season and you're going to need to upgrade those daggy woolen jumpers to something a wee bit nicer. With their unique selection of high-end local labels like Maaike, Kowtow, Nyne, Nom*d and Holly Howe Collections, Ponsonby Rd's Maaike + co is a number one stop for all things fresh and cutting edge. They also have free shipping (zing). With Gem Visa's no-interest offer, the cost-per-week for Maaike's Silk Twist Dress (centre above) at $340 works out to be a breezy $56.67 per month (plus fees) for 6 months, to pay off the balance during the interest free period*.
ASB Classic
Now that you're looking like a million bucks, you're going to need a reason to head out the door. Thankfully, Auckland always has an endless bounty of activities on offer. Next year's ASB Classic will see world number one tennis champ Venus Williams fly in to defend her title, earmarking it as one of the must-attend events on the social calendar. And what better place to soak up the action and a few cold ones than in talking distance from the umpire? Two tickets for the grand slam in the Robinson A Reserve clock up to $256.00. By using a Gem Visa, and paying $42.67 per month (plus fees) for 6 months, you will have paid off the balance during the interest free period.*
Heli-Dining
Try and figure this one out. Would you rather risk eating that three-day old barbecue meat in the fridge or take a scenic chopper ride over a volcanic crater to Waiheke Island and treat your self to a 3-course al a carte meal with wine matching? Yes, 'Plan A' may seem like the cheaper option, but with Gem Visa you'll barely even notice the $594 dent. If you buy Heltranz’s heli-dining experience you pay $99 per month (plus fees) over 6 months, you will have paid off the balance during the interest free period*. Just think of the work stories, people.
Splore
The now-annual Splore festival is often referred to as New Zealand’s answer to Burning Man, though instead of daily sandstorms and the scent of burning lumber, you can expect rolling fields, a picturesque beach, swimming lagoon, an art trail and a lineup of acts on the verge of cracking the big time. The 2016 event will again be held at the pristine Tapapakanga Park, an easy 45-minute drive from Auckland. A three-day pass with free unreserved camping will set you back $255 but if you buy it on your Gem Visa and pay $42.5 (plus fees) for 6 months, you will have paid off the balance during the interest free period*.
Habitat for Fitness
After all that indulgence, the hard truths of reality will be well and truly knocking on the door. Kingsland's Habitat for Fitness are known for their group training sessions spanning everything from high intensity cardio classes to candlelit yoga. Six month memberships cost $650. If you ring it up with your Gem Visa and pay $108.34 per month (plus fees) for 6 months, you will have paid off the balance during the interest free period*.
For more information and to pick up your own card visit gemvisa.co.nz.
*Credit and Lending criteria, $55 establishment fee and $52 annual account fee apply. Prevailing interest rate (currently 25.45% p.a.) applies to any balance outstanding after 6 month interest free period. Longer term interest free offers are also available at participating retailers throughout New Zealand, such offers may vary. Gem Visa is provided by Latitude Financial Services Limited.
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