Let’s be real—right now, the goal for most of us is making every peso work overtime. As we navigate uncertain times, the “extras” get cut, and the focus shifts to the essentials. But here’s the thing: even those unavoidable trips—the mandatory errands, the provincial road trips, or the can’t-miss flights—can actually be the secret to your next shopping spree.
Through your SMAC, your “essential” spending is now a gateway to racking up points in the most unexpected places, long before you even hit the department store.
If you have a trip that simply can’t wait, your expenses are now working as hard as you are. Whether you’re hitting the pavement or taking to the skies, the points are stacking up:
- Fueling Up: Heading out on a provincial road trip? Every ₱300 spent at Shell earns you 1 SMAC point, turning your fuel consumption into future shopping credits.
- Converting Miles: If your travel takes you across islands or overseas, don’t let those miles sit idle. PAL Mabuhay Miles members can convert 500 miles into 200 SMAC points, while AirAsia Rewards offers 125 SMAC points for every 500 points converted.
- Resting Easy: Booking through Trip.com (via the SMAC website) earns you 1 point for every ₱250. For a local touch, SM Hotels is offering 2X SMAC points for every ₱200 spent on direct bookings until May 31, 2026. You can even earn rewards and score discounts at Okada Manila until July 31, 2026.
The beauty of SMAC points is their simplicity. They aren’t just “digital stickers”—they are as good as cash.
- Pay with Points: You can use your accumulated points to pay for purchases at almost all SM Retail partners, including select Alfamart branches.
- Summer Essentials: Need a cooler or a rechargeable fan? Use your points at the SM Store or SM Markets(Supermarket, Hypermarket, and Savemore).
- Exclusive Perks: Don’t miss out on the free 5L Orocan Cooler at Waltermart or discounted travel gear at Surplus(until April 30, 2026).
If you aren’t a member yet, the barrier to entry is gone. You can get a free SMAC Start just by downloading the SMAC&SHOP app.
- Real-Time Tracking: Check your balance and shop online directly from your phone.
- Daily Wins: Feeling lucky? You can win up to ₱1,000 SMAC points every day until May 10, 2026. Just hit the “Play” button on the app’s home screen for your summer surprise.
Don’t let your essential spending go unrewarded. Every “mandatory” trip is an opportunity to build your next reward.
