Aug 24, 2013, 3:40 pm
Last edit by: TravelinSperry
As of 2/12/14: We've had quite a few "Hey, come use this AWD. It's great" type of posts. When the AWD doesn't give a good discount, but is only posted to try to get renters to use the AWD of someone so the poster can earn free days from their Avis Corporate account. From here out, please put the company/trade group/etc that's associated with the AWD or we'll delete the post to keep it on-topic here.
Status Match &/or Complimentary Status (only public matches posted where Avis or entity post public links - certain corporations also offer upgrades - they are not listed since they are not public)
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Avis Discount Codes - Put AWD codes in this thread only
Feb 15, 2014, 12:46 pm
#3241
Moderator: Avis and Rental Cars
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 8,033
Hello all! Any tips on saving money on a 1 week rental in Alaska would be appreciated.
Date: June 4 - 11
One -way rental - Fairbanks - Anchorage
(can't find anyone so far who doesn't charge drop off fee - would love it if someone know a company that doesn't)
Best rate found: $850
Date: June 4 - 11
One -way rental - Fairbanks - Anchorage
(can't find anyone so far who doesn't charge drop off fee - would love it if someone know a company that doesn't)
Best rate found: $850
1. Fairbanks-Fairbanks
2. Fairbanks-Anchorage
3. Anchorage-Anchorage
Or drop segment 1 or 3 depending how many days your in each. Just play with it and see if it works, but typically the best option is to minimize the days that you've got the 1-way car since they're the most expensive.
Feb 15, 2014, 4:18 pm
#3242
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: YVR
Posts: 166
I am trying to use the Avis Australia coupons from here: http://www.avisholidaypass.com.au/vo...85200&ID=25439. However, when I enter the AWD and coupon, I get this message:
"YOUR COUPON MUST BE REDEEMED AT THE COUNTER
This coupon will not be reflected online. To redeem your reward, please present your paper coupon at the rental counter.
Some advance reservations are required. If this is noted in the terms and your coupon is associated to an AWD, please enter this AWD with this reservation to ensure you receive proper adjustments at time of pick-up.
Check coupon for full Terms and Conditions."
Anybody have experience with this? How do I know the final cost this way?
"YOUR COUPON MUST BE REDEEMED AT THE COUNTER
This coupon will not be reflected online. To redeem your reward, please present your paper coupon at the rental counter.
Some advance reservations are required. If this is noted in the terms and your coupon is associated to an AWD, please enter this AWD with this reservation to ensure you receive proper adjustments at time of pick-up.
Check coupon for full Terms and Conditions."
Anybody have experience with this? How do I know the final cost this way?
Feb 15, 2014, 9:46 pm
#3243
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: YVR
Posts: 166
I haven't found that Avis AWD codes work in Alaska, due to the specific franchise arrangement there. In Alaskan locations where there is a National Car Rental I have found better rates with them due to an abundance of codes and coupons. Unfortunately, for your specific itinerary it appears that National won't let you do a one way between Fairbanks and Anchorage but perhaps you could use National if splitting up the rentals as suggested by IAHtraveler. Have you thought about driving back to Anchorage? Hope that helps.
Last edited by AEmgee; Feb 15, 2014 at 9:55 pm
Feb 15, 2014, 10:38 pm
#3244
Used to be 'slotownmomma'
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Central Coast of California
Programs: Too many to list!
Posts: 238
Thank IAHtraveler & Emgee for the tips. Seems like a car location to save $$. I'm going to keep looking but i might just have to bit the big bullet if we want to go by car to see more & have flexibility. Rail is expensive too that time of year and takes a long time. Flying isn't that expensive but you miss what you'd see if you drive Fairbanks to Anchorage. Tough choices. So far the best deal I found adds $200 drop off to the cost and end up being $800 for a week.
Feb 16, 2014, 12:59 am
#3245
Company Representative - AutoSlash and HotelSlash
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: autoslash.com | hotelslash.com
Posts: 5,666
Thank IAHtraveler & Emgee for the tips. Seems like a car location to save $$. I'm going to keep looking but i might just have to bit the big bullet if we want to go by car to see more & have flexibility. Rail is expensive too that time of year and takes a long time. Flying isn't that expensive but you miss what you'd see if you drive Fairbanks to Anchorage. Tough choices. So far the best deal I found adds $200 drop off to the cost and end up being $800 for a week.
Your best bet though may be what others have suggested which is to break it up into 3 rentals with the FAI-ANC portion being as short as possible. You often will find better deals with companies other than Avis/Budget in AK due to the lack of discounts available.
Feb 17, 2014, 8:32 am
#3246
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: YYZ
Programs: SPG Gold, CX/Marco Polo Gold
Posts: 141
I can't tell you this for sure - but most of the "points" promotions require a coupon code. The AWD is for pricing, and the Coupons are for the points.
Now, it *could* be that this deal is different but in the last six years of weekly rentals from AVIS, I've never seen simply an AWD give you points.
You might check the fine print?
EDIT: OK, I stand corrected. I read the fine print, and dont see anything about a coupon code. Interesting.
http://www3.aeroplan.com/promotions/...webup3839_Avis
Now, it *could* be that this deal is different but in the last six years of weekly rentals from AVIS, I've never seen simply an AWD give you points.
You might check the fine print?
EDIT: OK, I stand corrected. I read the fine print, and dont see anything about a coupon code. Interesting.
http://www3.aeroplan.com/promotions/...webup3839_Avis
Thanks to all who have contributed great AWDs over the years.
I have been watching the rates for an upcoming trip to FL and just hit a great rate using AWD # C682300
It is an Air Canada aeroplan code that gives you 2000 AP for renting a 'larger vehicle' according to the AP promotion.
Entering the code into my reservation gave me an $85 total for a one way from FLL to RSW with unlimited mileage.
To get it to $85 I also used the $20 off coupon off the Avis website for $ day rentals.
EDIT: This was for a 'standard class' car.
I have been watching the rates for an upcoming trip to FL and just hit a great rate using AWD # C682300
It is an Air Canada aeroplan code that gives you 2000 AP for renting a 'larger vehicle' according to the AP promotion.
Entering the code into my reservation gave me an $85 total for a one way from FLL to RSW with unlimited mileage.
To get it to $85 I also used the $20 off coupon off the Avis website for $ day rentals.
EDIT: This was for a 'standard class' car.
The rental went well. The total was exactly as quoted by AVIS and the AP points came through (500 plus 1000 bonus)
Also, when I pulled up to my space (avis preferred) there was a brand new Ford Edge with leather and fully loaded. Also only 400 miles on the odometer.
And this folks is why I use Avis.
Feb 18, 2014, 7:15 pm
#3247
Join Date: Feb 2014
Posts: 2
Help me find a good deal [merged with Avis Discount Codes, Post 3247]
Pickup Location (airport, city, or ZIP code/postcode): Denver Airport
Dropoff Location (if different) (airport, city, or ZIP code/postcode): Denver Airport
Pickup Date and Time: Friday February 28th, 8AM
Return Date and Time: Monday March 3rd, 6PM
Vehicle Size Preference: Full Size 4 Door or Premium
Home Country: United States
Age: 22
Best price I've found: 99.20 without any codes
Please consider, I might be willing to pay up to $150 if it can be upgraded to a premium vehicle.
Also, how much money do they hold if you book with a debit card? Hertz holds $200, is it the same?
I've found that the AWD number B323091 drops the premium vehicle from above 300 to $188. I just need to combine this with a coupon code.
Dropoff Location (if different) (airport, city, or ZIP code/postcode): Denver Airport
Pickup Date and Time: Friday February 28th, 8AM
Return Date and Time: Monday March 3rd, 6PM
Vehicle Size Preference: Full Size 4 Door or Premium
Home Country: United States
Age: 22
Best price I've found: 99.20 without any codes
Please consider, I might be willing to pay up to $150 if it can be upgraded to a premium vehicle.
Also, how much money do they hold if you book with a debit card? Hertz holds $200, is it the same?
I've found that the AWD number B323091 drops the premium vehicle from above 300 to $188. I just need to combine this with a coupon code.
Last edited by IAHtraveler; Feb 18, 2014 at 9:12 pm Reason: Merged both posts into 1
Feb 18, 2014, 9:18 pm
#3248
Moderator: Avis and Rental Cars
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 8,033
Regarding your coupon code: most $ off coupons are only valid up-to full size. If you don't need premium, you might be better off booking full size & then using a coupon to upgrade to premium. The upgrades don't always come through, but it comes down to how much you'd be willing to cough up for being guaranteed the premium.
As for coupons, Avis has a running bunch here: http://www.avis.com/car-rental/conte...navId=T3M00S00
Or the good old fashioned Google search might get something that fits for you.
Another caution: watch out for under-age fees with Avis. Since you're <25, you'll get hit for the fee unless you've found an AWD that drops this fee. But you can only use one AWD.. you can't have the best of both worlds.
Feb 18, 2014, 9:39 pm
#3249
Company Representative - AutoSlash and HotelSlash
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: autoslash.com | hotelslash.com
Posts: 5,666
Pickup Location (airport, city, or ZIP code/postcode): Denver Airport
Dropoff Location (if different) (airport, city, or ZIP code/postcode): Denver Airport
Pickup Date and Time: Friday February 28th, 8AM
Return Date and Time: Monday March 3rd, 6PM
Vehicle Size Preference: Full Size 4 Door or Premium
Home Country: United States
Age: 22
Best price I've found: 99.20 without any codes
Please consider, I might be willing to pay up to $150 if it can be upgraded to a premium vehicle.
Also, how much money do they hold if you book with a debit card? Hertz holds $200, is it the same?
I've found that the AWD number B323091 drops the premium vehicle from above 300 to $188. I just need to combine this with a coupon code.
Dropoff Location (if different) (airport, city, or ZIP code/postcode): Denver Airport
Pickup Date and Time: Friday February 28th, 8AM
Return Date and Time: Monday March 3rd, 6PM
Vehicle Size Preference: Full Size 4 Door or Premium
Home Country: United States
Age: 22
Best price I've found: 99.20 without any codes
Please consider, I might be willing to pay up to $150 if it can be upgraded to a premium vehicle.
Also, how much money do they hold if you book with a debit card? Hertz holds $200, is it the same?
I've found that the AWD number B323091 drops the premium vehicle from above 300 to $188. I just need to combine this with a coupon code.
Last edited by AutoSlash; Jun 6, 2014 at 1:20 pm
Feb 21, 2014, 10:45 am
#3250
Join Date: Feb 2014
Posts: 2
I'm travelling from Montreal to JFK in Aug this year & looking to rent a car one-way. I know it's a complicate trip - crossing the border plus a 1-way. The only constraint is that I need to visit Niagara Falls on the way. Any recommendations on how to shape this to get the best deal & who to book with?
Feb 21, 2014, 10:54 am
#3251
Company Representative - AutoSlash and HotelSlash
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: autoslash.com | hotelslash.com
Posts: 5,666
I'm travelling from Montreal to JFK in Aug this year & looking to rent a car one-way. I know it's a complicate trip - crossing the border plus a 1-way. The only constraint is that I need to visit Niagara Falls on the way. Any recommendations on how to shape this to get the best deal & who to book with?
Feb 27, 2014, 11:20 am
#3253
Join Date: Feb 2014
Posts: 1
AWD code A114300 is a very good code, however, I had issues at the preferred counter when I went to pick up the car. It was giving me a much higher price ($164) for one day and it took a while to get it right. Even still the discounted price was not deducted until I returned the car. So your credit card will be charged the higher price, but credited once you return the car. I will never use the code again, not for the standing in line and then another 20 minutes to adjust the price. I will pay the xtra $10 or $15 using another code.
Feb 27, 2014, 12:56 pm
#3254
Company Representative - AutoSlash and HotelSlash
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: autoslash.com | hotelslash.com
Posts: 5,666