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  • Experience the Magic of Christmas Bazaars with Maya

    ‘Tis the season to be jolly, and Maya, the #1 digital banking app in the Philippines, is here to make it even merrier. We’ve teamed up with some of the city’s most captivating Christmas bazaars to bring you an unforgettable experience, where holiday-themed treasures, global delights, eco-friendly finds, and Lego dreams all come together in a shopping extravaganza. What’s more? When you pay with Maya at these bazaars, you’re not just shopping, you’re bagging exclusive rewards and boosting your savings. 

    Photo 1 Maya Noel Bazaar

    With Maya as the official bank partner of these bazaars, you can go cashless at these events:

    Festive Finds at the Noel Bazaar

    Noel Bazaar 2023 is a wonderland for those seeking unique gifts, delectable culinary delights, and vibrant entertainment. Don’t miss it at Okada from November 10 to December 17, Filinvest from December 8-10, and the World Trade Center from November 24-30.

    Global Selections at the World Bazaar Festival

    For adventurous shoppers, World Bazaar Festival 2023 will take you on a journey through unique and international products, making it the perfect spot for those searching for distinct and culturally rich presents from around the world. The magic unfolds at the World Trade Center from December 13-22.

    Green Delights and Eco-Concious Finds at VegFest Filipinas

    If you’re into healthy living and eco-conscious choices, VegFest Filipinas is your sanctuary. This bazaar is a paradise for those seeking plant-based and vegan products, from delectable cuisine that nourishes your body and soul to eco-friendly accessories that contribute to a sustainable lifestyle. It’s where wellness and eco-conscious living take center stage and can be found at The Spine, Blue Bay Walk, Pasay, on November 18-19.

    Fashion Hauls at the Mega Brand and Lifestyle Sale

    Mega Brand and Lifestyle Sale is a haven for fashion enthusiasts and bargain hunters. With substantial discounts on renowned brands, it’s the ultimate spot to refresh your wardrobe and find the perfect holiday outfit without breaking the bank. Indulge in a shopping spree at Megamall, Megatrade Hall 1, from November 30 to December 3.

    Lego Wonderland at BrickConPH

    All Lego enthusiasts, young and young at heart, BrickConPH 2023 is your wonderland! Teeming with an incredible array of Lego sets, minifigures, and exclusive creations that promise to ignite your imagination, this unique bazaar offers the perfect opportunity to find creative and unforgettable gifts, whether for yourself or your loved ones. Build the magic of the season at Ayala Circuit Makati Activity Area on November 25.

    Unlock Exclusive Rewards and Save More with Maya

    By using Maya for your bazaar payments, you’re in for a treat. Enjoy up to P5000 in cashback, boosting your holiday savings. Plus, with every transaction, you stand a chance to win an iPhone 15, elevating your holiday shopping experience to a whole new level.

    Photo 2 Maya Noel Bazaar

    Moreover, when you scan Maya QR with any QRPH participating e-wallet or bank app, you not only make payments convenient but also unlock exclusive Maya giveaways. Simply present your single receipt with the QRPH transaction to claim your rewards at the Maya booth. 

    Imagine enjoying the holiday festivities while effortlessly growing your savings. Every time you use Maya for your payment transactions, you have the power to make every holiday spend count as you can get up to a whopping 14% p.a. interest boost on Maya Savings, which is credited daily. With Maya, every transaction promises surprises and an opportunity to amplify your savings effortlessly.

    Photo 3 Maya Noel Bazaar

    Join us at these extraordinary Christmas Bazaars, and let Maya elevate your holiday shopping experience. For updates and more information, visit maya.ph and mayabank.ph. Follow Maya at @mayaiseverything (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok) and @mayaofficialph (Twitter).

  • Now you can skip the lines at LRT-1 and scan-to-ride via the Maya app

    No. 1 digital banking app Maya and LRT-1 private operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) launched today a groundbreaking milestone in the modernization of railway transportation in the Philippines with the official launch of LRT-1 QR Ticketing system. 

    Photo 5 Commuters scanning at the Maya Fast Lane Turnstile

    Commuters can now conveniently purchase their single journey LRT-1 QR ticket using the Maya app and scan the generated QR ticket at the dedicated “Fast Lane” turnstiles located at all LRT-1 Stations- making the process quick, seamless, and hassle-free.

    “The LRT-1 QR Ticketing project marks a significant milestone in public transportation, where everyone can enjoy faster, safer, and more convenient digital transactions. This end-to-end digitalization represents a turning point in modernizing our transportation system and promoting digital payments on a wider scale,” said Manuel V. Pangilinan, Chairman of the Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC), Maya, and LRMC.

    Photo 2 Scan to Ride sa LRT 1 with Maya 1

    “Building around our company core values of innovation and customer focus, LRMC is pioneering this technology for the railway sector in partnership with Maya and AFPI. We take pride in spearheading this effort as a crucial first step towards accelerating digitalization in public transport. Through this initiative, we are empowering our LRT-1 passengers with more options so that they can commute more conveniently. We remain steadfast in our commitment to improve the commuter experience and make rail an attractive, affordable, and sustainable transport solution,” said Juan F. Alfonso, President and CEO of LRMC.

    “We’re proud to introduce this pioneering end-to-end digital ticketing solution for our transportation sector, in partnership with LRMC. This integration offers a fast, seamless, and hassle-free solution to the commuting public. On top of promoting digital transactions, this contactless approach fosters public health and safety — crucial in our present times,” said Shailesh Baidwan, Maya Group President and Maya Bank Co-Founder.

    Photo 1 Ceremonial Scan

    Commuters can easily purchase LRT-1 QR tickets via the Maya app. QR tickets generated are valid for 24 hours from the date of purchase and can be used at all LRT-1 stations from Baclaran to Monumento, as well as the north line extension, which includes Balintawak and Roosevelt stations along Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA). 

    Here is a simple step-by-step guide:

    1. Open your Maya app and navigate to the Services section.
    2. Select the LRT-1 tile under the Lifestyle category.
    3. Choose your desired route (Northbound or Southbound) and set both the origin and destination.
    4. Click on Pay Now. Your QR ticket will be instantly generated.
    5. Conveniently scan your QR ticket using the turnstile QR scanners at LRT-1 stations.
    Scan to Ride sa LRT 1 with Maya KV

    To encourage commuters, Maya is offering one free LRT-1 ride per month per customer in the form of cashback vouchers. Passengers simply need to purchase their QR tickets within the Maya app to enjoy this exclusive benefit.  Promo runs until August 31, 2023.

    LRT-1 QR Tickets powered by Beep may also be purchased through LRMC’s ikotMNL app, a first-of-its-kind in the Philippine railway industry that empowers commuters with better access to train information. Through Maya Business, Maya also enables the ikotMNL to accept digital payments from Maya, other e-wallets, banks, credit, debit, prepaid card, and soon, QR PH.

    Maya strongly supports the initiatives of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) in promoting the use of contactless payments in public transportation. Maya has equipped Metro Manila, Cebu, and Baguio taxi operators with contactless payment solutions, facilitated the first digital bus ticketing system with the Araneta Bus Port, and handles payment processing for major Transportation Network Vehicle Service providers.

    LRMC is a joint venture company of Metro Pacific Investments Corporation and Sumitomo Corporation’s Metro Pacific Light Rail Corporation (MPLRC), Ayala Corporation’s AC Infrastructure Holdings Corporation (AC Infra), and the Philippine Investment Alliance for Infrastructure’s Macquarie Infrastructure Holdings (Philippines) PTE Ltd. (MIHPL). For more updates and information on LRT-1, follow LRMC on Facebook at facebook.com/officialLRT1, Twitter at @officialLRT1, or download the ikotMNL mobile app for free from Google Play and the App Store. Maya is the only all-in-one digital banking platform in the Philippines with the most comprehensive payments ecosystem. Maya is powered by the country’s only end-to-end digital payments company, Maya Philippines, and Maya Bank,a digital bank supervised by the BSP.

    Visit maya.ph and mayabank.ph for more information. Follow Maya at @mayaiseverything on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok and @mayaofficialph on Twitter.