December 2012 Car Rentals

[Gina-Gina-Bo-Bina]

Originally Posted by lugnut33

Looks like there isn't much out there for deals on Christmas week.

I was able to lock in about a month ago for $400 with taxes for Dec. 22-Jan. 1.

What size of vehicle are you looking for?

Our dates are December 23rd - December 30th, so we feel your pain. We have a standard SUV through Budget (using travelocity public code X474200) for $302 taxes included less a $25 coupon MUWZ023 for a final total upon return of about $277. I am beginning to think this will be as good as it gets.

[webworm]

Originally Posted by MagiKitty

Is this a good deal?

Last minute rates aren't out yet...arriving late 12/13. Changed my dates to pick up on 12/14 8am (staying at a nearby hotel) and drop off 12/18 8am. Thrifty with no codes or coupons $117 including taxes for the Wild Car. I've never rented for a weekend, so not sure if this was a good rate or not...thanks for any information/advice!

I put in your dates and times and through Costco with Enterprise you can get a midsize for $113, standard $121 or fullsize $125 inc taxes. This also includes the free additional driver. Thrifty charges $10/day extra.
http://www.costcotravel.com/#11_rentalCars

[MagiKitty]

Thank you for your help! Its only me, so no extra driver, and sadly, no Costco membership either...

[jakeybake]

Originally Posted by keliblue

did you use a coupon code ?? thry AD2338FDF (visa code) or AFA4623ANZ (free day)

NEVER MIND, we don't have the same dates

Hey,

I used your Visa coupon code and it lowered my rate to $139!! Thanks so much for the info! That made a big difference!!!

Thanks a million!!

J

[webworm]

Originally Posted by jakeybake

I just got $174.88 for a compact from 12/8-12/12 through Alamo. A little more then I had at Enterprise but I love Alamo so I don't mind paying a bit more.
Jay

Through Costco you can get a compact for $104 inc taxes with Enterprise.

[webworm]

Originally Posted by keliblue

Just booked Budget thru Costco with no code Dec 8-15th $145.03 out the door Intermediate Car

Looks like it is now at $122 out the door with Budget through Costco.

[jakeybake]

Originally Posted by webworm

Through Costco you can get a compact for $104 inc taxes with Enterprise.

I'm assuming you need a Costco card?

Thanks!
J

[robinb]

Originally Posted by jakeybake

I'm assuming you need a Costco card?

Thanks!
J

Yes, but your savings pays for half the fee for the card . I was a Costco skeptic but got my first card a year ago and I am now a convert .

[jakeybake]

Originally Posted by robinb

Yes, but your savings pays for half the fee for the card . I was a Costco skeptic but got my first card a year ago and I am now a convert .

I just went on the Costco site and they had an Economy car from Avis for $111.00 total. I may have to get a card!!

Thanks
J

[webworm]

Originally Posted by jakeybake

I'm assuming you need a Costco card?

Thanks!
J

I do have a costco membership and have rented at least 10 times through Costco but not once have I ever been asked to show the card.

[Rpsemont]

I put in your dates and times and through Costco with Enterprise you can get a midsize for $113, standard $121 or fullsize $125 inc taxes. This also includes the free additional driver. Thrifty charges $10/day extra.
http://www.costcotravel.com/#11_rentalCars

webworm, how do you get the free extra driver with enterprise? it is because it's through costco?

[DisneyMissy318]

Originally Posted by jakeybake

I just went on the Costco site and they had an Economy car from Avis for $111.00 total. I may have to get a card!!

Thanks
J

I have logged into Costco - do you use a code as well? Lowest price showing is $332... would love more information!

Thanks!

[robinb]

Originally Posted by DisneyMissy318

I have logged into Costco - do you use a code as well? Lowest price showing is $332... would love more information!

Thanks!

What are your dates?

[DisneyMissy318]

Pick up on 12/20 - drop off 12/25

I have a feeling something was up today. I checked the flight this morning - and from the time I decided to make the trip tickets went up $50 each. Then, I looked at Expedia today - came home to make the final decision and the same package I looked at went up $170! Yikes! This cheap trip has moved to expensive!

Thanks for any help - I am a Costco member, just not sure where to find, or where to insert any codes.

[robinb]

Originally Posted by DisneyMissy318

Pick up on 12/20 - drop off 12/25

I have a feeling something was up today. I checked the flight this morning - and from the time I decided to make the trip tickets went up $50 each. Then, I looked at Expedia today - came home to make the final decision and the same package I looked at went up $170! Yikes! This cheap trip has moved to expensive!

Thanks for any help - I am a Costco member, just not sure where to find, or where to insert any codes.

Here's what I would do, but it's a PITB. I would take a cab to a local Budget location and book a car from there. Go to the Costco booking engine and enter zip code "32807". Select the 6363 E Colonial Drive location for your pickup and MCO as your drop off. It's about 10 miles from MCO. You'll get a rate of $125 all taxes, etc for a mid-size. You'll have to pay a $30-$40 cab fare to get there, but you're still looking at $165 all-in. Make sure that the local location is open when you arrive!