AA Gift Cards - Save 10% @ Costco [only remaining supply left - phasing out]
Jun 20, 2011, 9:28 am
#181
Join Date: Jan 2007
Posts: 2,905
This seems to be a store-by-store variation. As I've now been to 3 diff Costcos, and 2 enforced the 8 purchase limit, and one never heard of it.
Jun 20, 2011, 7:32 pm
#182
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: Chicago
Programs: UA 1P (1MM), AA PLT (2MM)
Posts: 709
Now in Chicago
The Glenview IL store just received them today. I was told they got 200 and there were only 20 or so left at 7pm. They expect another 250 in the next day or two.
Store employee told me they were test store for this area. A greeter at the registers who pushes the executive memberships was also asking those waiting in line if they fly AA and then was showing them the laminated info sheets on them.
Store employee told me they were test store for this area. A greeter at the registers who pushes the executive memberships was also asking those waiting in line if they fly AA and then was showing them the laminated info sheets on them.
Jun 20, 2011, 7:40 pm
#183
Join Date: Mar 1999
Location: AKL
Programs: QR Plat, NZ*E, LT AA Plat, LT Bonvoy Plat + countless others
Posts: 242
I wonder how much cash AA is raising by promoting gift cards at a discount through channels like Costco. I remember when Starbucks launched their card it took them 6 months or so to accrue a $400mm float from customers...
Jun 20, 2011, 7:43 pm
#184
In Memoriam, FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jun 2000
Location: Benicia CA
Programs: Alaska MVP Gold 75K, AA 3.8MM, UA 1.1MM, enjoying the retired life
Posts: 31,849
They might raise enough cash to buy the 500 A320s mentioned in another thread 
Jun 20, 2011, 8:09 pm
#185
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: SEA
Posts: 1,887
Was back at the Issaquah Costco tonight and I was mistaken - the sign says maximum 8 per redemption (not per person). I asked how many they had left and they indicated 181. They also said nobody picked up any today so guessing they won't sell out any time soon.
Jun 21, 2011, 12:32 pm
#186
Join Date: Oct 2004
Posts: 199
AA GC
Any idea if available in Maryland (Gaithersburg store)
Jun 21, 2011, 6:38 pm
#187
Join Date: Jan 2010
Programs: AA EXP, Hyatt Diamond, Hilton Diamond, any other status I can get via credit card
Posts: 108
Jun 21, 2011, 10:04 pm
#188
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Palo Alto,CA
Programs: UA
Posts: 8
just came back from Redwood City, they had 300 in stock, I purchased 5 with my Fidelity Amex 2%. In retrospect, if I go back, I should upgrade my membership to executive first to get the extra 2%.
Jun 22, 2011, 10:55 pm
#189
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: SEA town
Programs: Alaska LTG, HHonors-Gld, IHG-Dia, LT MR Ti
Posts: 627
I was at Costco Seattle today, they had a boat load of them.
I first called Kent store, nada.. she check the computer- none in Federal Way, Tacoma, Tukwila, and Olympia.
I bought four, didn't want to max out at 8. Having $2,400 work of AA credit isn't bad for $2,160.
My friend is an AA EXP, makes our trip to LHR a little sweeter!
I first called Kent store, nada.. she check the computer- none in Federal Way, Tacoma, Tukwila, and Olympia.
I bought four, didn't want to max out at 8. Having $2,400 work of AA credit isn't bad for $2,160.
My friend is an AA EXP, makes our trip to LHR a little sweeter!
Jun 23, 2011, 4:56 pm
#190
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Chicago, IL
Programs: AA LTPlt,DL Silv,SPG Gld,HH Diamond,Mar Silv,IHG Gld
Posts: 84
Chicago area
I purchased them in Glenview and was told they are only available at 2 area stores Glenview and Oakbrook
Jun 24, 2011, 12:55 am
#191
Join Date: Jun 2011
Posts: 315
I am sorry, maybe I am missing something here. These are AA certificates at 10% off. So 10% off a AA Plane ticket at retail on AA Website is that great? I mean it might seem good to the non-flyertalk audience but why are they so popular? Am I missing a transfer or something?
Jun 24, 2011, 6:56 am
#193
Join Date: Feb 1999
Location: T82
Programs: AA Gold, HH Gold
Posts: 2,845
Was at the San Antonio Costco yesterday (on UTSA Blvd.) and they had none.
Jun 24, 2011, 7:01 am
#194
Join Date: Mar 2010
Programs: AA EXP, AA LT Gold, SPG Plat 75
Posts: 890
What if you paid the last couple dollars on a credit card?
Jun 24, 2011, 7:20 am
#195
Join Date: Nov 2008
Programs: AA EXP 3MM
Posts: 1,773
I was wondering the same thing. As far as I recall the insurance works as long as the cc pays part of the ticket. Maybe others will correct me if I'm wrong. Personally, based on how often I utilize the insurance (i.e. never), the 10% off is a better deal for me anyway.