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Three cats · 11-14-2012, 05:19 AM

Has anybody gotten a decent rate with Alamo?! Wow, we used to rent from them every trip but this time they are well over $400.00 for our dates, (12/1-12/8) and im only looking to book an economy car! Luckily I was able to get a good rate with Enterprise ($158.00). Just wondered if I missed some huge discount out there for Alamo?

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nilseks · 11-14-2012, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Three cats

Has anybody gotten a decent rate with Alamo?! Wow, we used to rent from them every trip but this time they are well over $400.00 for our dates, (12/1-12/8) and im only looking to book an economy car! Luckily I was able to get a good rate with Enterprise ($158.00). Just wondered if I missed some huge discount out there for Alamo?

Nope, you didn't miss any great specials! There just haven't been any.

I have been reading these boards for a while and I'm so glad I didn't wait until right before the trip to book our rental car. Everyone says it is so much cheaper right before, but it seems that rates are generally high and the pattern of last minute discounts doesn't apply right now.

I rented a car at Orlando International a few weeks ago and there were never any last minute discounts. I got the best rate about 2 month ahead of time. For our December trip (same dates as yours) I've been watching rates daily for 2 months. I have rebooked several times since my initial booking, but I got the best rate on 10/17. Mid-size from Advantage for $96 including all fees and taxes. Haven't seen anything even close to that since.

By the way, I rented from Advantage 2 weeks ago and had NO problems. Good, quick service, and they gave me a larger car than what I booked. Hoping for the same in December!

wings91 · 11-14-2012, 07:19 AM

Are there any active active coupon codes for National that can be stacked on the KLM discount? The latest I found expires 11/17, I'm looking for anything active through 12/15.

Dan Murphy · 11-14-2012, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by wings91

Are there any active active coupon codes for National that can be stacked on the KLM discount? The latest I found expires 11/17, I'm looking for anything active through 12/15.

I am using an AMEX 2 class upgrade, NU1155SDA. Booked a compact, gets me a standard (full size at MCO) for $224 for 8 days, 12/4-12/12.

webworm · 11-14-2012, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Patsfan7

Looking for a mini-van 12/3-12/8. Coupons are not working because of no Saturday stay, (even though most companies are charging the full week rate) Has anyone ever just put that they would be returning it on Sunday and returned early on Saturday?

With Budget using travelocity code x474200 and e-coupon MUGZ029 for $30 off you can get a minivan for $265 inc taxes after coupon is applied when return vehicle.

hsmamato2 · 11-14-2012, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by nilseks

By the way, I rented from Advantage 2 weeks ago and had NO problems. Good, quick service, and they gave me a larger car than what I booked. Hoping for the same in December!

Glad to hear a good review! We're taking our chances with them too,since the rates were worth a try!

Gina-Gina-Bo-Bina · 11-14-2012, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by webworm

With Budget using travelocity code x474200 and e-coupon MUGZ029 for $30 off you can get a minivan for $265 inc taxes after coupon is applied when return vehicle.

Just an FYI.......the coupon code listed is a Costco coupon. So you would have to have/should have a Costco membership in order to use this, and be prepared to show your card if questioned.

For coupons that are membership-specific, this should always be pointed out to ensure you qualify for the discount. I, for one, DON'T have a Costco membership so shouldn't use the coupon (and I'm sure there are others in the same boat). The same information should be expressly noted for all discount codes and coupons linked to Amex, Visa, Mastercard, Sam's Club, etc.

From what I have found, a general coupon you could apply to a Budget reservation using the discount via the Travelocity code of X474200 is MUWZ023. Its only for $25, not $30, but isn't affiliated with Costco or other membership so it appears to be safe for all.

If you have a Costco membership, then by all means use the $30-off offer.

melissac · 11-14-2012, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by nilseks

Nope, you didn't miss any great specials! There just haven't been any.

I have been reading these boards for a while and I'm so glad I didn't wait until right before the trip to book our rental car. Everyone says it is so much cheaper right before, but it seems that rates are generally high and the pattern of last minute discounts doesn't apply right now.

I rented a car at Orlando International a few weeks ago and there were never any last minute discounts. I got the best rate about 2 month ahead of time. For our December trip (same dates as yours) I've been watching rates daily for 2 months. I have rebooked several times since my initial booking, but I got the best rate on 10/17. Mid-size from Advantage for $96 including all fees and taxes. Haven't seen anything even close to that since.

By the way, I rented from Advantage 2 weeks ago and had NO problems. Good, quick service, and they gave me a larger car than what I booked. Hoping for the same in December!

We are renting from Advantage too and glad to hear the positive report. Nothing can compare to the great price we got. Under $100 for 6 days with all tax and fees.

nilseks · 11-14-2012, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by hsmamato2

Glad to hear a good review! We're taking our chances with them too,since the rates were worth a try!

Yep, definitely worth trying. I had read some bad reviews and the prices seemed too good to be true. I was very relieved to receive great service. The only thing I would note is that our car had a lot of minor surface flaws (scratches/dings). It didn't detract from the vehicle and it's not like it looked like we were driving around in a junker, but I just mention it so you make sure to really look your car over before you leave. My 3 girlfriends and I noted all the imperfections on the sheet and by the time we were done, there would have been no way they could have every charged us for a scratch, because we had so many marked down.

wdwstar · 11-16-2012, 01:17 PM

Tried to add the coupon to my rental and since they were out of mini vans for my time frame, i couldnt add the coupon unless i wanted to switch to a intermediate . suv for the same price.

BigTigger · 11-16-2012, 08:28 PM

I got a Standard size (Fusion, Altima, or similar) with Enterprise for a week rental from 11/30 to 12/6 for $172 all in using the BJ's club link. It was the only weekly rental under $200 when taxes and fees were factored in. Dollar/Thrifty was $205 and National/Alamo $221 for the same rental.

For those that don't know, Enterprise shares the same ownership as National/Alamo and on our prior trips had much better selection than National/Alamo.

mmouse50 · 11-17-2012, 04:40 AM

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mmouse50 · 11-17-2012, 04:49 AM

WINGS91 -

I found a new coupon on Mousesavers (NU3637ZDJ) it is for 1 car upgrade - I used it with my KLM code and using the code I was able to get a midsize for 19.00 less than my current midsize KLM reservation. The only drawback is that I won't be able to use the Emerald Aisle but I don't need anything bigger than a midsize anyway so that won't be a problem.

Dan Murphy · 11-17-2012, 06:35 AM

Try NU1155SDA, a two class upgrade. A compact gives you a standard (full size at MCO).

Southernswthrt · 11-17-2012, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Dan Murphy

Try NU1155SDA, a two class upgrade. A compact gives you a standard (full size at MCO).

Can anyone use this code? thx
Looks like it is an AMEX code...

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wdwstar DIS Veteran Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 4,281	Tried to add the coupon to my rental and since they were out of mini vans for my time frame, i couldnt add the coupon unless i wanted to switch to a intermediate . suv for the same price.

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BigTigger DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Marlborough, MA Posts: 700	I got a Standard size (Fusion, Altima, or similar) with Enterprise for a week rental from 11/30 to 12/6 for $172 all in using the BJ's club link. It was the only weekly rental under $200 when taxes and fees were factored in. Dollar/Thrifty was $205 and National/Alamo $221 for the same rental. For those that don't know, Enterprise shares the same ownership as National/Alamo and on our prior trips had much better selection than National/Alamo.

11-17-2012, 04:49 AM	#403
mmouse50 DIS Veteran Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 586	WINGS91 - I found a new coupon on Mousesavers (NU3637ZDJ) it is for 1 car upgrade - I used it with my KLM code and using the code I was able to get a midsize for 19.00 less than my current midsize KLM reservation. The only drawback is that I won't be able to use the Emerald Aisle but I don't need anything bigger than a midsize anyway so that won't be a problem.