Thrifty Promotions and Discounts
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It won't hurt to just ask, since they'll just quote you what the difference is--just be sure to specifically tell them that no, you don't want to change anything if they come back and tell you that the price is going to go way up.
It shouldn't matter that it was booked at Orbitz.
Might not hurt to make a second reservation with the correct details so that if something really wacko happens to the first reservation (like they tell you the rate will recalculate to 500% of your booked rate if you return it early and to a different location), you can fall back on the second one, which, while it's bad, might be better than that.
Also, keep checking the rates as the dates get closer. Sometimes they drop if competition gets a little fiercer.
It shouldn't matter that it was booked at Orbitz.
Might not hurt to make a second reservation with the correct details so that if something really wacko happens to the first reservation (like they tell you the rate will recalculate to 500% of your booked rate if you return it early and to a different location), you can fall back on the second one, which, while it's bad, might be better than that.
Also, keep checking the rates as the dates get closer. Sometimes they drop if competition gets a little fiercer.
#18
Join Date: Jun 2007
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I'm going to be renting out of TPA airport the first week of August for a full week and I'd like to get an SUV or minivan. (2 kids plus stroller plus at least 3 large pieces of luggage) I see that great price when using AMEX for $200/week but the code is only good for rentals through March (or May - can't remember which)
I've went ahead and booked an SUV with the 10% off code for now but I anticipate being able to get a better rate when more codes for my timeframe become available. Is this correct thinking? Will there be some weekly deals for SUVs or minivans during the summer in Tampa?
I've went ahead and booked an SUV with the 10% off code for now but I anticipate being able to get a better rate when more codes for my timeframe become available. Is this correct thinking? Will there be some weekly deals for SUVs or minivans during the summer in Tampa?
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I'm going to be renting out of TPA airport the first week of August for a full week and I'd like to get an SUV or minivan. (2 kids plus stroller plus at least 3 large pieces of luggage) I see that great price when using AMEX for $200/week but the code is only good for rentals through March (or May - can't remember which)
I've went ahead and booked an SUV with the 10% off code for now but I anticipate being able to get a better rate when more codes for my timeframe become available. Is this correct thinking? Will there be some weekly deals for SUVs or minivans during the summer in Tampa?
I've went ahead and booked an SUV with the 10% off code for now but I anticipate being able to get a better rate when more codes for my timeframe become available. Is this correct thinking? Will there be some weekly deals for SUVs or minivans during the summer in Tampa?
#20
Join Date: Jan 2008
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Goofy Thrifty rates
Found this great rate at THRIFTY, using the code"8COM", for FLL, Apr16-22: $159/wk for Compact,plus taxes.
I made the res, and it accepted my itinerary, even sent me a confirming email. It wasn't til a day later I noticed this rate is only good for rentals thru Mar 29.
Now I wonder if Thrifty will reject the rental when I pick it up in Apr, forcing me to pay a much higher rate. Itried different dates, and found it still offered $159/wk for Compact even in May!
Guess I'll have to call Thrifty and get someone to commit whether this rate applies even though the dates are outside their promo dates.
Scott
I made the res, and it accepted my itinerary, even sent me a confirming email. It wasn't til a day later I noticed this rate is only good for rentals thru Mar 29.
Now I wonder if Thrifty will reject the rental when I pick it up in Apr, forcing me to pay a much higher rate. Itried different dates, and found it still offered $159/wk for Compact even in May!
Guess I'll have to call Thrifty and get someone to commit whether this rate applies even though the dates are outside their promo dates.
Scott
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Found this great rate at THRIFTY, using the code"8COM", for FLL, Apr16-22: $159/wk for Compact,plus taxes.
I made the res, and it accepted my itinerary, even sent me a confirming email. It wasn't til a day later I noticed this rate is only good for rentals thru Mar 29.
Now I wonder if Thrifty will reject the rental when I pick it up in Apr, forcing me to pay a much higher rate. Itried different dates, and found it still offered $159/wk for Compact even in May!
Guess I'll have to call Thrifty and get someone to commit whether this rate applies even though the dates are outside their promo dates.
Scott
I made the res, and it accepted my itinerary, even sent me a confirming email. It wasn't til a day later I noticed this rate is only good for rentals thru Mar 29.
Now I wonder if Thrifty will reject the rental when I pick it up in Apr, forcing me to pay a much higher rate. Itried different dates, and found it still offered $159/wk for Compact even in May!
Guess I'll have to call Thrifty and get someone to commit whether this rate applies even though the dates are outside their promo dates.
Scott
I can't guarantee it won't be changed, but OTOH, questioning it may make things worse for you.
#22
Join Date: Jun 2005
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Good News - the Double Blue Chip Rewards promotion has been extended.
https://www.thrifty.com/Specials/BCAX.aspx
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PS Thanks for a great thread!
https://www.thrifty.com/Specials/BCAX.aspx
Just book and complete a rental between February 1 and May 31, 2008, and instead of earning one credit per rental day, you'll earn TWO when you pay with an American Express Card!
BCAX - Earn Double Blue Chip Rewards
Valid February 1-April 30, 2008.
Valid February 1-April 30, 2008.
PS Thanks for a great thread!
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Good News - the Double Blue Chip Rewards promotion has been extended.
https://www.thrifty.com/Specials/BCAX.aspx
From First Post in thread
Explore
PS Thanks for a great thread!
https://www.thrifty.com/Specials/BCAX.aspx
From First Post in thread
Explore
PS Thanks for a great thread!
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Indeed, thanks. I actually need to go through and add a few more codes that have been released in the last few weeks and delete the expired ones. Will hope to work on that this week. (I have a new respect for ByeByeDelta's upkeep of the Amtrak promo thread--it's more work than it looks!)
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Hilton has an amazing offer for E-Advantage Members which is free to join and offering double HHonors base points through May 31.
Then use this membership to rent from Thrifty and receive:
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Then use this membership to rent from Thrifty and receive:
- Free mileage in the renting and contiguous states up to 3,000 miles/month.
- No additional charge for drivers age 21-25 when renting for company business.
- No additional driver charges for company employees.
Thrifty Link
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Indeed, thanks. I actually need to go through and add a few more codes that have been released in the last few weeks and delete the expired ones. Will hope to work on that this week. (I have a new respect for ByeByeDelta's upkeep of the Amtrak promo thread--it's more work than it looks!)
Cool intro to renting... as I am not eligible to even rent yet... but could have used a car more then once!
Thanks jackal!
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beckoa, what are you doing out and about on the rest of the FT board?! It's not safe out here! You should stay holed up in the nice, calm AS forum where you belong...
(Always cool to run into FT friends in strange FT fora...almost like running into an FT friend in a strange airport! Small world...)
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beckoa, what are you doing out and about on the rest of the FT board?! It's not safe out here! You should stay holed up in the nice, calm AS forum where you belong...
(Always cool to run into FT friends in strange FT fora...almost like running into an FT friend in a strange airport! Small world...)
(Always cool to run into FT friends in strange FT fora...almost like running into an FT friend in a strange airport! Small world...)
BTW... Like the name Thrifty since its the 9th point of the Scout Law~!
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Interesting analysis with the FT Geek Alert...
This forum has potential to become a subclass of OMNI soon
Now to keep OT...
4th day free when using Thrifty Parking
This forum has potential to become a subclass of OMNI soon
Now to keep OT...
4th day free when using Thrifty Parking