Originally Posted by
jimmywalt
How do you do a back-up reservation with a different agency without having to pay up front? Could I instead do a different reservation with Avis with a different discount code.
I currently am using the Citicorp Leisure (A074800) and a $35 off weekly rate (MUWA028) which gives a GREAT price for a rental in mid January.
I also have checked another code (X400270) not sure what it's tied to but the base price is $329, I can also use the (G417900) Kellwood Corp code that people say is ok. It gives a base price of $322.
But the Citicorp give a $201 base so I'd like to use it if I can.............. But don't want to get stuck with the "walk up" rate if they deny. So can I do another reservation with one of these other 2 codes that give an "ok" rate?
Thank you.
Hi jimmywalt, welcome to FT!
Most rental agencies only require a name and email address to make a reservation (and possibly a phone number). So, make a backup reservation with Alamo, Dollar, Thrifty, etc. (I like Alamo for backups, especially if I don't have a lot of time to search b/c they are usually among the cheapest rates). If you have enough time in your schedule, reserve the backup for an hour or so later than the Avis rental. Then, if the Avis rental goes through, quickly go online and cancel your backup reservation.
It's not advisable to make 2 simultaneous reservations with the same agency using different discount codes - you are just asking for extra scrutiny.
Citicorp code should be safe to use as long as you have some sort of card issued by them to show as proof. Coupon codes are usually safe for anyone to use, so the combo you have for January seems like a safe one.