May 2012 Car Rentals

[webworm]

May 19-June 2. Used Budget with Wendee code and the 30 off coupon. $338 all in for a compact. Hmm. if anyone can get me better....

On expedia.ca you can get a compact with Budget for $266 inc taxes. Even a US resident can book this prepaid rate and if you cancel you will get a refund within 24hrs.

 

[Lauralooneyfordisney]

carrentals.com went down by $60 this week. I check them every day. My 8 day total with tax right now is $166 for economy.

 

[lilasmom]

I placed a bid on Priceline for a minivan, we need it 9 days and 3 hours. We are picking up in Orlando and dropping off at Tampa. I got it for $35.00 a day, plus tax it came to $494.90. Is this the best deal you think I could get ? I used Budget last fall and it was pleasant, how's Alamo ? I've never used them. Do they have a program similar to Fastbreak ?

Last question, any chance on finding a coupon and getting them to upgrade us at the counter to a SUV ( like Budget did last year !) ? Thanks !

 

[keishashadow]

I'm not sure if this company is located offsite. After I read some reviews I did not make a reservation.

it's my understanding that since Hertz took over they've cleaned up most of the past issues.

here's a site with recent positive reviews

http://orlando.citysearch.com/profile/33165417/orlando_fl/advantage_rent_a_car.html

i do notice on the site they list the address as:

2704 jetport drive

The website for advantage though states:

1 Airport Blvd.
Orlando, FL, US 32822
which is standard for onsite, assume they were offsite but now in terminal. IMO more tempting now but their current rates went up too as most do near weekend.

 

[lats118]

I just noticed that the rates at Dollar have dropped using the Corp. code OI1054. I just reserved a 'standard' size car for a week in May for $155 taxes included. As an fyi for people looking for a mini-van the rate is $286 for a week before taxes.

 

[cmhguy]

.....Jut got a midsize Costco rate of $150 for my May trip! Nearly all car classes and a small SUV are the same rate! I checked this morning, and they had not dropped - so this is recent. I'm debating switching to an SUV, but not sure what Alamo has on that isle for selection - anyone know?

Also - I saved a little by returning the car 1 day early to the DCC, and we'll take the ME to MCO on departure day.

....praying they go lower yet...this is still more than I've ever paid for a week's rental period...but happy for the rate!

 

[yolie912]

How did you price it out? And what are the codes?

 

[APB513]

it's my understanding that since Hertz took over they've cleaned up most of the past issues.

here's a site with recent positive reviews

http://orlando.citysearch.com/profile/33165417/orlando_fl/advantage_rent_a_car.html

i do notice on the site they list the address as:

2704 jetport drive

The website for advantage though states:

1 Airport Blvd.
Orlando, FL, US 32822
which is standard for onsite, assume they were offsite but now in terminal. IMO more tempting now but their current rates went up too as most do near weekend.

Sorry for the confusion. I was referring to Sixt not Advantage.

.....Jut got a midsize Costco rate of $150 for my May trip! Nearly all car classes and a small SUV are the same rate! I checked this morning, and they had not dropped - so this is recent. I'm debating switching to an SUV, but not sure what Alamo has on that isle for selection - anyone know?

Also - I saved a little by returning the car 1 day early to the DCC, and we'll take the ME to MCO on departure day.

....praying they go lower yet...this is still more than I've ever paid for a week's rental period...but happy for the rate!

Are you picking up at MCO and dropping off at DCC?

 

[disneydreamgirl]

Well...saved $1 on our rental however I went up two car classes with Alamo, so I'm happy. I decided we might be a little cramped for the drive from and to the airport in an Economy...not that a Midsize is huge in comparison, but it's a little roomier. Lots of time to May 16, so I'll keep trying to get our price down.

 

[Lauralooneyfordisney]

Just FYI for anyone who is checking autoslash.com. I checked into it and they have good rates but they place a hold on your credit card for up to 3 times the amount of the rental rate. Make sure you read the fine print for charges.

 

[cmhguy]

How did you price it out? And what are the codes?

I use/check my fares on the CostcoTravel site multiple times a day - they check all of their providers at one time. Got the $150 1-week deal - picking up at MCO and returning to DCC on their site. (I am a Costco member...and I have been asked to show my Costco ID on some occasions.) Prices to return the car were the same at either MCO or the DCC - picking up at DCC was higher no matter where it was returned.

The 7-day rate was the lowest with a Sat night included - so I opted to return the car prior to our departure day at the DCC - saved me a $30+ per day by doing that and only renting for 7 days. Don't need it by the end of our stay.... hope this helps...

 

[DISshopkeeper]

Just FYI for anyone who is checking autoslash.com. I checked into it and they have good rates but they place a hold on your credit card for up to 3 times the amount of the rental rate. Make sure you read the fine print for charges.

I have a reservation with them and they never even asked for a credit card number.

 

[k&a&c'smom]

Last night I was able to book with Alamo, mid-size for $151, one week w/Sat night keep (rate+ taxes & fees). Used the Visa discount code and coupon for an early May stay. Checked this morning and it is still available.

 

[Lauralooneyfordisney]

I have a reservation with them and they never even asked for a credit card number.

They don't ask for the card when you make the reservation but when you pick up the car just be aware that they will place that high hold on your card until you bring it back.

 

[disneydreamgirl]

Well...saved $1 on our rental however I went up two car classes with Alamo, so I'm happy. I decided we might be a little cramped for the drive from and to the airport in an Economy...not that a Midsize is huge in comparison, but it's a little roomier. Lots of time to May 16, so I'll keep trying to get our price down.

Just rebooked exact same rental timing and class...and saved even more!!! The rental went down from $185.41 to $157.63!!!

 

[k&a&c'smom]

Me, too! Rebooked this morning with Alamo, used my Insider's ID and Travelocity coupon, and got the mid-size/one week @ $133.

 

[Disneyforus]

Me, too! Rebooked this morning with Alamo, used my Insider's ID and Travelocity coupon, and got the mid-size/one week @ $133.

Do you know if I can use an insders id, plus the visa code, plus a coupon? Is there a separate spot for the insiders id...if I can do this then I am joining.

Thanks!

 

[ccgirl]

Do you know if I can use an insders id, plus the visa code, plus a coupon? Is there a separate spot for the insiders id...if I can do this then I am joining.

Thanks!

It is free to join. You get a free add'l driver. Plus you can check in online and go directly to your car. I thin you can only use one code (the insider or visa). I got the cheapest rate using my Insider code over any other and the BJ's coupon. I have a full size for 10 days for $141.

 

[APB513]

Do you know if I can use an insders id, plus the visa code, plus a coupon? Is there a separate spot for the insiders id...if I can do this then I am joining.

Thanks!

Yes, there is a separate section where your Insider ID info is entered. You can enter your Insider ID, corporate ID and a coupon code.

 

[APB513]

Me, too! Rebooked this morning with Alamo, used my Insider's ID and Travelocity coupon, and got the mid-size/one week @ $133.

Was there a coupon code for Travelocity? If so, can you post it?

Thanks!