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Old Apr 7, 2014 | 1:36 pm
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sz2628
 
Join Date: Feb 2011
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Originally Posted by rcspeirs
I've stopped giving my business to Avis because of this. I often see a Great rate on the website, but as soon as I add my wizard number to the booking form the price goes up. It happens every time. I don't see how that is defensible.
Why would a non wizard customer be offered a better rate than is available to (previously) loyal customers?

Rates are sometimes better based on affiliation (i.e Costco & AAA). Like many preferred customers you have your companies discount code, which are pre negotiated rates.

If you find a cheaper rate online, don't apply your wizard number until you get to the counter, they you won't run into your preferred AWD overriding your current AWD.
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