Is an AARP Senior Discount Card Worth the Cost?
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2. Travel Deals
Another perk you can get from AARP is discounted travel. Below we’ve compared AARP discounts alongside reduced rates that you can make use of without a becoming a member.
- Rental Cars: AARP cardholders can get a discount at different car rental companies, along with a 30% discount on a Zipcar membership. But, without an AARP card, you can still find some discounts. At car rental company Sixt, when those aged 50+ books online they can receive a 5% price reduction.
- Hotels: AARP members are entitled to 20% off at various hotel chains including Days Inn and Wyndham Hotel Resorts. They can also get 35% off at Endless Vacation Rentals. But, without an AARP card seniors over 55 can still get a 10% discount at Best Western, and those 62 and over can save 15% at Marriot.
- Travel: One benefit of AARP is that members get access to the AARP Travel Center Powered by Expedia. This gives them access to members-only flight deals and a discount at Park Ride Fly USA for off-airport parking. But, without the need for membership, you can still get senior fares from Southwest Airlines, and senior travel deals from OneTravel, CheapOair, and Travelation.
- Cruises: The AARP Travel Center has discounts on various cruises from companies like Norwegian Cruise Line, Windstar, and Grand European Travel. However, it’s still possible to find discounted senior cruises without the membership. Azamara will offer special senior prices on select sailings and MSC Cruises will give over 65s a 10-15% saving on cruise cabin costs along with an enticing welcome package.
