Where Does Alamo Code 7014266 Come From?

[Brian Noble]

Have a backup reservation you can live with, and make sure you have alternate primary insurance that will cover damage costs and loss of use.

 

[PooohBear]

I got the price with this code and code 211220.

What is code 211220 ?

 

[NC State]

What is code 211220 ?

Don't know got it from this thread.

 

[CJ]

I just reserved a car for our post-cruise trip from Tampa to Orlando in March. The initial rate of $508 went down to $249 and that includes a GPS!! WooHoo!

Thank you!

 

[MaryKatesMom]

You should see what some of the folks over at Flyer Talk say about people from the DIS.... one of the biggest no-no's is to call National or Alamo to ask if you can use a code. Usually these codes are meant for a certain demographic OR there is a glitch in their system.

If you are unsure weather you should use a code or not, don't use it. If you are willing to take the chance.... go for it! I have a code I can use to get the Hyatt at MCO for $100 using a corporate code I don't qualify for, BUT, I have read they don't ask for ID. I am not willing to take that chance with the family standing there with the outside chance we get bumped to RACK rate of $300!

Duds

Bottom line is this:
If you are not sure that you are allowed use a code or if a code is good - DON'T USE THE CODE!
DO NOT CALL THE RENTAL COMPANY! All calling the car rental company accomplishes is to alert the company that there is a deep-discount code floating around that the general public has gotten ahold of. They WILL tell you yes, yes on the phone because it costs them money to have you on the line. What all these people calling the company and asking "Am I allowed to use this code?" numerous times is to have them check the code. (I am a ateacher. If I give a test or assignment and numerous kids ask me to clarify question number 14, you bet I'm going to check number 14 and fix it or eliminate it altogether.) Similarly the car rental company will kill the code that people keep "calling the company" to ask about and issue a new one that is more private.
***PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE...in the name of all that is holy, STOP calling the car rental companies about codes you aren't sure of. Just DON'T USE THEM.****
PSA over, now back to our regularly scheduled programming.

I totally agree!! I was so mad. Last year I got a great code from Flyertalk. The some um, brain mattered challenged members, from here on the Dis kept calling National and saying bright things like.

"I'm not eligible for this code but can I use it?"

or

"I got this off the internet, who is it for?"

Bye, bye code.

Hello! If the code were meant for you, National would have sent you something to let you know. Like Disney's pin codes.

How many times does someone have to repeat:

Don't call and ask if you can use it.

You'll only bring the code to National's attention.

It is only a matter of time before they cancel this code and no they will NOT honor it even after it is reserved so be sure to check your reservation before you leave so you have the price you want.

 

[Glencora]

I'm new to this board, so please forgive me if I offend...

I understand that whole "don't call and ask if you're eligible for a code" thing, but if I call them and make the booking over the phone using that code, is that bad too? I REALLY need the price I got using this code (may not be able to rent at all without it), but I don't want to use it if it really isn't okay.

If I call Alamo and ask them to book it with this code, and they don't tell me I'll need any kind of proof that I'm eligible for it, aren't they kind of saying it's OK to use it?

*pulling on my flame proof undies*

 

[keishashadow]

perhaps a sticky along lines of car rental codes & policies would be helpful here for the more inexperienced traveler?

with apologies to Jeff Foxworthy

You Know You're Not Eligible For a Car Rental Code IF:

* You don't recognize the code

* You can't find it on mousesavers, vendor site, or any other affiliation you or dear spouse may possibly belong

* You Google it and it lists an affiliation you never heard of & certainly don't belong to

* You pose question here and it's verified that it's a Use At Your Own Risk Deal


If the any/all of above apply & you're still feeling frisky, swing away just don't call the vendor & askyou are effectively killing the code by red-flagging it.

Don't worry, be happy & book yourself a safe code

 

[Brian Noble]

If I call Alamo and ask them to book it with this code, and they don't tell me I'll need any kind of proof that I'm eligible for it, aren't they kind of saying it's OK to use it?

Nope. The only thing that is happening is that some person in who-knows where, getting paid minimum wage or (probably) less, took your information and entered it into the same booking tool that you could use yourself.

 

[Glencora]

Nope. The only thing that is happening is that some person in who-knows where, getting paid minimum wage or (probably) less, took your information and entered it into the same booking tool that you could use yourself.

OK- I didn't think about it that way. I just assumed that the system they were using was some sort of internal system that would prompt them to ask for additional information if it was needed. Thanks for clearing that up.

 

[bavaria]

OK- I didn't think about it that way. I just assumed that the system they were using was some sort of internal system that would prompt them to ask for additional information if it was needed. Thanks for clearing that up.

Here is another example.

At WDW, I can call reservations and book an AP rate. I don't need an AP in hand, nor do I need to quote the AP number. In the other Disney parks around the world (including I believe still DL in CA) I must read out my AP number before I can book a room.

So I book a room at WDW at the AP rate, I show up at the resort to check in, and nobody asks for my AP (in the literally 100's of times I have stayed at WDW I believe that they asked for my AP once)

In my fictional but very possible example, I booked and stayed at the AP rate, but I wasn't an AP holder. Was Disney at fault? Reservations wasn't at fault because their system doesn't prompt them to enter an AP number for WDW. The resort WAS at fault because they didn't enforce the usage, but I was also at fault for booking something to which I was not entitled.

Imagine if these threads appeared on the Resorts Board - 'Do I really need to be an AP holder in order to book an AP rate?' The OP would be flamed within the first five posts and driven off the board by rabid posters.

Why is it ok to cheat the rental car company but not ok to cheat Disney? I know that 'cheat' and 'fault' are strong language, but I wanted to use an example which would strike a chord to many readers. A better solution may just be to find a discount which is valid for your situation, and use that one instead. Less worry and stress!

 

[Lewisc]

People who fraudulently represent their eligibility for a rental car discount don't get to set rules or tell other people what to do. I bolded that statement, but didn't use large type.

I'll agree it doesn't make much sense to call. The CSR may be telling the customer the code is a valid code without really verifying the customers eligibility to use the code.

People who fraudulently represent their eligibility in order to book a private discount code/program run the risk of losing their "deal". It may be phone calls. The rental agency may see how many reservations are made with the code. Rental agencies may just decide to check more reservations. I had to show a COSTCO card in PHX. Rental agencies may decide enforcing code rules is a good way to increase revenue and reduce the number of rentals "below cost".

One of the codes was "discovered" on DIS but that didn't stop whiners on FT from complaining about DIS "ruining" the code for them.

Anecdotal reports suggests most people are currently "getting away" with misrepresenting their eligibility for discounts (at least for National and Alamo).

That is subject to change, without notice.

People who use "questionable" codes are taking their chances. No reason to blame anyone else if they're caught.


Bavaria--I read your post after I composed this post. A number of posters kind of suggest taking your chances and book a room with an AP discount. Prior to individualized PIN codes posters were constantly trying to book rooms using codes that didn't apply to them.

I'm surprised some posters haven't identified locations where you can enter a park without paying.

Part of the "fault" goes with National/Alamo. They know which rate programs produce excetionally low rates. First step is to put better disclaimer language in the confirmation.

I totally agree!! I was so mad. Last year I got a great code from Flyertalk. The some um, brain mattered challenged members, from here on the Dis kept calling National and saying bright things like.

"I'm not eligible for this code but can I use it?"

or

"I got this off the internet, who is it for?"

Bye, bye code.

Hello! If the code were meant for you, National would have sent you something to let you know. Like Disney's pin codes.

How many times does someone have to repeat:

Don't call and ask if you can use it.

You'll only bring the code to National's attention.

It is only a matter of time before they cancel this code and no they will NOT honor it even after it is reserved so be sure to check your reservation before you leave so you have the price you want.

 

[MaryKatesMom]

Why ask if you can call if you don't like the answer?

 

[Lewisc]

Why ask if you can call if you don't like the answer?

I didn't ask if I could call. I must of missed the post where any person aksed if they can call. I've read the posts from some people who said they've called. I've read the posts from people who suggest the answer given by a CSR might not hold up if the rental agency decides to enforce rules.

Sorry but I don't think any poster has the authority to order people not to call.

 

[bavaria]

Part of the "fault" goes with National/Alamo. They know which rate programs produce excetionally low rates. First step is to put better disclaimer language in the confirmation.

But that's sort of like saying 'it's ok to cheat unless you get caught'. I agree that National/Alamo should follow Hertz's wording (which I believe I sent you once because it is very clear)

National DOES very clearly state this about passport rates

A passport is also required to be eligible for the "Passport Superdrive Rates" offered by National. If the renter does not have a passport, "Passport Superdrive Rates" cannot be honored but the rental can still be done on another rate/plan.

There are some great rates out there for all kinds of products and services. Not all of them are available to every customer. I'm not sure why some people think that it is ok to misrepresent themselves to car rental companies specifically, unless it is due to the past lack of enforcement.

However as ALL rental agencies are losing money in 2009, expect higher rates as well as better enforcement of the discounts. What happened in 2007 and 2008 may not be the norm for 2009.

 

[MaryKatesMom]

So are you saying that AP rates should be cancelled?

That is what happens when a code is cancelled. Even the eligible people have it discontinued. Poof.

I agree with the "whiners" on flyertalk. If you are reading a thread on "codes" you should take the time to educate yourself on what you are doing and that includes reading all of the posts.

Here is another example.

At WDW, I can call reservations and book an AP rate. I don't need an AP in hand, nor do I need to quote the AP number. In the other Disney parks around the world (including I believe still DL in CA) I must read out my AP number before I can book a room.

So I book a room at WDW at the AP rate, I show up at the resort to check in, and nobody asks for my AP (in the literally 100's of times I have stayed at WDW I believe that they asked for my AP once)

In my fictional but very possible example, I booked and stayed at the AP rate, but I wasn't an AP holder. Was Disney at fault? Reservations wasn't at fault because their system doesn't prompt them to enter an AP number for WDW. The resort WAS at fault because they didn't enforce the usage, but I was also at fault for booking something to which I was not entitled.

Imagine if these threads appeared on the Resorts Board - 'Do I really need to be an AP holder in order to book an AP rate?' The OP would be flamed within the first five posts and driven off the board by rabid posters.

Why is it ok to cheat the rental car company but not ok to cheat Disney? I know that 'cheat' and 'fault' are strong language, but I wanted to use an example which would strike a chord to many readers. A better solution may just be to find a discount which is valid for your situation, and use that one instead. Less worry and stress!

Are you saying all codes are "questionable"? They aren't. Some of them are short term specials and National always maintains the right to revoke them at will.

Please don't resort to name calling. If you use the code you are eligble for, you are not a fraud.

People who fraudulently represent their eligibility for a rental car discount don't get to set rules or tell other people what to do. I bolded that statement, but didn't use large type.

I'll agree it doesn't make much sense to call. The CSR may be telling the customer the code is a valid code without really verifying the customers eligibility to use the code.

People who fraudulently represent their eligibility in order to book a private discount code/program run the risk of losing their "deal". It may be phone calls. The rental agency may see how many reservations are made with the code. Rental agencies may just decide to check more reservations. I had to show a COSTCO card in PHX. Rental agencies may decide enforcing code rules is a good way to increase revenue and reduce the number of rentals "below cost".

One of the codes was "discovered" on DIS but that didn't stop whiners on FT from complaining about DIS "ruining" the code for them.

Anecdotal reports suggests most people are currently "getting away" with misrepresenting their eligibility for discounts (at least for National and Alamo).

That is subject to change, without notice.

People who use "questionable" codes are taking their chances. No reason to blame anyone else if they're caught.



Part of the "fault" goes with National/Alamo. They know which rate programs produce excetionally low rates. First step is to put better disclaimer language in the confirmation.

 

[Lewisc]

So are you saying that AP rates should be cancelled?

That is what happens when a code is cancelled. Even the eligible people have it discontinued. Poof.

I agree with the "whiners" on flyertalk. If you are reading a thread on "codes" you should take the time to educate yourself on what you are doing and that includes reading all of the posts.




Are you saying all codes are "questionable"? They aren't. Some of them are short term specials and National always maintains the right to revoke them at will.

Please don't resort to name calling. If you use the code you are eligible for, you are not a fraud.

Sorry but there are too many posters on DIS who claim the questionable codes are available to the public. Posters who make that claim, or who don't correct those posters, don't have a right to complain when a person attempts to verify that information with National.

We're not talking about people using codes they're eligible for. Many of those threads are talking about people using a TA specific code.

Frequently the code just changes. People who are eligible to use that discount program, employees of a TA for example, are given the updated code.

 

[bavaria]

So are you saying that AP rates should be cancelled?

That is what happens when a code is cancelled. Even the eligible people have it discontinued. Poof. .

I don't know if you are intentionlly misunderstanding or really don't understand. My analogy was to show that people can book things for which they are not eligible, and may not be asked to show proof of eligibility. That does not make it right, just possible. Lewis and I were responding to one particular poster (Glencora) who asked a specific question.

Are you saying all codes are "questionable"? They aren't. Some of them are short term specials and National always maintains the right to revoke them at will.

Of course not. I rent a car almost every week around the world and of course I use codes. I use the codes for which I am eligible.

Please don't resort to name calling. If you use the code you are eligble for, you are not a fraud.

I never did any name calling, nor do I stoop to that level. The term 'fraud' was not used as a proper noun but rather as a common noun.

I have no emotional involvement in this topic, unlike some others appear to have. Several posters have asked over the years for others to relate their experiences; Lewis and I have both experienced having to prove our eligibility for codes and discounts with various rental car agencies at various locations. Many consider that input valuable, although I caution that what happens to one poster may not happen to another.

 

[MaryKatesMom]

I don't know if you are intentionlly misunderstanding or really don't understand. My analogy was to show that people can book things for which they are not eligible, and may not be asked to show proof of eligibility. That does not make it right, just possible. Lewis and I were responding to one particular poster (Glencora) who asked a specific question.



Of course not. I rent a car almost every week around the world and of course I use codes. I use the codes for which I am eligible.

I never did any name calling, nor do I stoop to that level. The term 'fraud' was not used as a proper noun but rather as a common noun.

I have no emotional involvement in this topic, unlike some others appear to have. Several posters have asked over the years for others to relate their experiences; Lewis and I have both experienced having to prove our eligibility for codes and discounts with various rental car agencies at various locations. Many consider that input valuable, although I caution that what happens to one poster may not happen to another.

I've always found your posts to be immensely helpful thank you.

You right, you did not quote me and then use the term fraud twice, my apologies.

I do understand your point but please understand that I find it ludicrous to call and ask if you are eliglible for a code your not eligible for. To continue with your AP analogy, would it make sense to call and ask "I'm not an AP holder can I book an AP rate?" or "I'm not an AP holder will you be checking on that"

The specific incident I'm referring to is when they were offering an free upgrade for qualifying National members (which I was and still am) to Executive by the time I went to use it it had been discontinued early because of misuse. Eventually it arrived in the mail a month or so later but after my trip.

To go back to the OP's question. I've always found last minute specials to be the best but not during any holiday period.

 

[bavaria]

I do understand your point but please understand that I find it ludicrous to call and ask if you are eliglible for a code your not eligible for. To continue with your AP analogy, would it make sense to call and ask "I'm not an AP holder can I book an AP rate?" or "I'm not an AP holder will you be checking on that"

And on that we definitely agree! There was quite the interesting exchange on another travel website earlier this week before it was 'sanitized', with a poster taunting Hertz reps with a code for which he/she was definitely not eligible. Why draw attention to yourself if you are going to try to use something for which you are not eligible?

 

[goofy4tink]

Okay...knock it off you guys. No one called anyone a fraud...I believe the statement was 'people who fraudulently represent'..not accusing anyone of being a fraud.
I have seen some here referred to as 'brain matter challenged' though...that sure doesn't sound so nice, does it??

Here's the thing.....if you know you are entitled to a code, use it. If you don't think you are entitled to a code, don't use it. If you wish to call and see if a code is applicable to you, fine. What will happen 304,670 people call and see if a particular code is good, for them? Perhaps the car rental company will scratch it's collective heads and say...hmmm, what's the deal here. Maybe we need to look into this.
Will they shut it down? Probably not. But they will make it accessible to those who should be entitled to it. And that's as it should be.
Renting a car is no longer a cheap thing to do. It's best to budget plenty of money to rent a car if you feel the need to have one. Otherwise, you are most likely opening yourself up to a situation where you could possibly be looking at some hefty addtl charges.
That's not something I want to have to spend my time worrying about. I would much rather pay the higer cost and know I am getting a rate that I am entitled to.

I will not, nor will the other moderators here, allow this type of attitude to continue. Either post politely or don't post at all. There is much good info out there...and our posters usually do a great job giving out that info.