Leading smart, rewarding lifestyles

MANILA, Philippines - For today’s generation of young and eager Pinoys, life’s all about working hard and reaping well-deserved rewards at the end of the day. This rings true for TV personality Chris Tiu, makeup artist and stylist Jasmine Mendiola, and celebrated blogger Jayvee Fernandez.

Dynamic and always on the go, they strive to take their crafts a notch higher and make life all the more satisfying with the country’s first mobile phone rewards program, Smart Rewards.

Calling The Shots

Athlete and celebrity Chris Tiu always brings his A-game on the hard court, on shoots for his TV programs and his business ventures. Scurrying from meetings, basketball practice, to tapings, he makes sure to spend quality time with friends and loved ones — a luxury he considers his ultimate reward.

 “Right now, I’m playing for Smart Gilas Team Pilipinas and I’m busy preparing for the Asian Games in Guangzhou, China. I’m hoping we can bring home the medal for our flag and country,” he shares. “Being able to make our country proud is a great reward that I always look forward to, and it’s always more rewarding when I get to share these achievements with friends and family.

A true-blue entrepreneur, Chris understands the value of a great bargain and the advantage of big discounts. And as a long-time Smart user, he relies on exclusive deals and downloadable discount coupons from Smart Rewards to fuel his high-octane lifestyle, from purchasing sports equipment to enjoying satisfying and filling food — all at a fraction of the cost.

 “I’m very thankful that Smart is giving back to its loyal subscribers. Personally, I’m always on the phone and my roaming bill just goes crazy whenever I’m abroad. With all the points I get from my mobile phone usage, I’m very happy that I’m able to take advantage of great rewards from Smart Rewards.”

For his sporting needs, he enjoys discounts like 10 percent off at Toby’s, Everlast, and Sportshouse, and 10 percent less on services from Green Valley Sports Shop just by redeeming his rewards from Smart Rewards.

 “I use my sports equipment for my everyday training, and I consider them important investments. As an athlete, I’m thankful to be able to enjoy discounts like these thanks to Smart Rewards,” he adds.

Diving Into Satisfaction

Jasmine Mendiola makes styling more affordable with discounts from a wide range of partner merchants and fashion shops that Smart Rewards offers.

Internet whiz and avid diver Jayvee Fernandez finds it most rewarding when he’s off to the most breathtaking diving spots across the country. A traveler and adventurer at heart, he is able to enjoy his interests with even greater satisfaction with the rewards he gets from Smart Rewards.

“Aside from blogging about tech trends and everything else that tickles my fancy, I’ve also been a diver for four and a half years. The Philippines has many of the world’s best diving locations, and it’s really rewarding when I experience the different world that’s underwater,” he says.

With around 90 dives under his belt, he checks into the best resorts armed with Smart Rewards advantages, from 35 percent off at the Pearl Farm Beach Resort, 30 percent off at The Tides Hotel Boracay, and free drinks at the Coron Gateway Hotel & Suites.

For his tech needs, he gets big discounts at gadget shops like Kameraworld and Canon D-Zone, which offer 10 percent off on services and products. Fueling his big appetite for life, he also takes delicious bites into great deals from Smart Rewards, including a free pizza at Buckaroo’s, a free serving of Claude’s Dream at Lorenzo’s Way, a free glass of Frosted Mochaccino at Abe, a free Iced White Mocha at Larry’s Café & Bar, and 10 percent off on food purchase at Sicilian Express. 

What else is possible?

Noted wedding makeup artist Jasmine Mendiola also complements her lifestyle with amazing shopping and wellness deals from Smart Rewards. As the creative director of a leading publishing group, Jasmine amps up her personal style and the style of her clients at bargain prices from top stores.

 “As a stylist and makeup artist, it’s important that I always look good to be able to properly market the work that I do. I always get that rush when I shop and I love the clothes at Maldita and Iora, and I get fantastic pieces with discounts of up to 10 percent and 20 percent with my coupons from Smart Rewards. Schu always has a selection of stylish shoes and bags and I’m happy I get a 10 percent discount, too,” she says.

Since she signed-up with Smart Rewards, she has been enjoying the good life with deals at her favorite spas, the one must-have that completes her busy weeks. With Smart Rewards, she gets discounts from 8 Fences Spa that offers 10 percent off on all services, Living Life Well with 20 percent off on the Acubundle Package, Regenere Spa that offers a free massage, YSA Skin Care with up to 40 percent off on services, and House of Obagi that gives subscribers 20 percent off on all treatments.

 “My schedule is different every day and it’s always very hectic, since I also teach modeling and image integration classes. But I make it a point that I treat myself to a massage or two at local spas whenever I find the time,” she adds.

Text REWARDS to 9800 to sign up with Smart Rewards for free. There’s no need to use Smart Rewards points in availing these gifts and discounts. Just text “COUPON <space> <Code>” to 9800 and download coupons for only P1 to start taking advantage of well-deserved treats and offers that can empower today’s driven lifestyles — the smart way.

Smart subscribers can reap amazing Smart Rewards already awaiting them at more than 100 partner establishments nationwide. To claim these rewards, Smart Gold and Buddy subscribers can simply register by texting REWARDS to 9800. For Smart Bro subscribers, register through Smart Web Connect at http://smart.com.ph/connect. Visit http://smart.com.ph/rewards to find out more about Smart Rewards.