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Do You Need a Car?

What You Should Know Before You Rent

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See our Car Rental Discounts and Codes for Special Groups for free enrollment in other car rental corporate clubs for additional car rental savings

Do You Need a Car?

The answer to this question depends on what you want to do after you get to Walt Disney World. If you don't plan to visit other Orlando area attractions during your stay, it really isn't necessary to rent a car. Disney offers complimentary transportation to and from the Orlando International Airport via Disney's Magical Express (Located on on the B-side of the Main Terminal on the Ground Transportation Level at Commercial Lane spaces B42-B47). This service is free to all guests staying in a Walt Disney Resort. A reservation is required prior to arrival at the airport. Call Walt Disney World Travel Company at 407-934-7639 to make a reservation or ask your travel agent. Disney also operates an extensive on-property bus transportation system that is complimentary for resort guests. Buses pick up and transport guests to and from the theme parks, water parks, Downtown Disney, and other resort areas. Ask for a Walt Disney World Transportation Guide at front desk of your resort or click here to view an online map. If money is tight, foregoing a rental car is a great way to save while visiting Walt Disney World.

If you plan to visit one or more Orlando attractions during your stay, a rental car becomes a more attractive option, although not the only option. Orlando has a host of transportation offerings, and visitors can use shuttles, taxi cabs, private vehicles for hire, and Orlando's public Lynx bus system to commute beyond Walt Disney World Resort boundaries.

Lynx is the most economical way to get to attractions like SeaWorld and Universal Studios Orlando. The "Link 50" bus runs directly to SeaWorld every 30 minutes, seven days a week from pickup points at Walt Disney World Ticket & Transportation Center and Downtown Disney's West Side . The cost is $1.75 per adult and children 6 and under ride free. Drivers do not make change and exact change will be needed. The bus ride to SeaWorld takes about 30 minutes.

Using Public transportation to get to Universal Studios can more difficult and requires transfers. Using the Lynx routes and connections can vary depending on dates and time of day. If you know when you will visit Universal Studios in advance you can use Lynx's route planner. Just input "Ticket & Transportation Center" as your starting point and "Universal Studios" as the destination, along with times and dates. There is no extra fee for transfers (limited to 90 minutes), so the cost will be $1.75 and typical travel times are about 90 minutes. You can also use a combination of the public bus and trolley system. To get to Universal Studios Orlando catch the same Link 50 bus at T & TC and get off at SeaWorld (which is I-Ride stop 33). From there catch the main Red Line I-Ride Trolley running up International Drive. The Red Line route will take you to the junction of Universal Blvd and International Drive North (stop 7). From there, it is possible to walk to Universal Studios, but you're probably looking at a 1/2 mile walk. This is not recommended. The Red Line trolley runs every 20 minutes and costs $1.00 for adults and is free for kids 12 and under. Drivers do not make change and exact change will be needed. The combined fare for Lynx and I-Ride trolley will be $2.75 one way. Typical travel times using Lynx and I-Ride run about two hours.

The I-Ride Trolley can be a great way to see the sights on International Drive in Orlando and for shopping. The Red Line starts at Prime Outlets International (stop 1) and travels south to the Orlando Premium Outlet Mall (stop 43), covering a vast concentration of factory outlets. Stops for areas of interest along the way (in geographical order) include Fun Spot Amusement Park (stop 6), Wet N Wild (stop 9), Pirates Dinner Show (stop 13), Ripley's Believe It or Not (stop 17), Pirates Cove Adventure Golf (stop 20), Wonderworks (stop 23), Pointe Orlando (stop 24), SeaWorld (stop 33), and Aquatica Water Park (stop 34).

For Lynx information, call (407) 841-5969 or view route maps online. For I-Ride information call toll-free (866) 243-7483 or view route maps online.

Another option for venturing off Walt Disney World property without a rental car is to reserve a shuttle. Mears Transportation offers shuttles that will pick guests up at their Disney resorts and transport them to area attractions. The roundtrip fare for Universal Studios Orlando and SeaWorld is $18 per person. Fares vary according to attraction location. To see a schedule of 2009 Mears shuttle fares click here. You must reserve the shuttle 24 hours in advance. Ask the front desk at your resort to call or dial (407) 423-5566 from your room or cell phone. Mears accepts credit cards as payment over the phone or cash upon pick up.

Taxis can be a great option for short trips off property or even as means of transportation to a late dinner at another resort on Disney property. The approximately 14 mile trip from a Magic Kingdom resort to SeaWorld will run about $33 plus tip. The 18 miles from a Magic Kingdom resort to Universal Studios Orlando will be approximately $42 plus tip. A taxi picking a couple up at the Boardwalk Inn and transporting them to the Grand Floridian for a romantic dinner at Narcoossee's will pay about $8.50 in cab fare each way plus tip. Mears has a handy online taxi fare calculator that allows web site visitors to enter their starting and ending destinations. Fares will vary depending on the route taken, time of day and traffic conditions. Other recommended taxi companies are Yellow Cab and City Cab (407-422-2222), both owned by Mears Transportation. Bell services or the front desk of your resort will be happy to phone for a cab if you need one. Groups of 5 to 7 should request a van taxi.

To venture even further off Disney property, consider using on of the local Bus sightseeing tours such as GotoBus or Gator Tours. half-day, all-day and overnight tours are available to destinations such as Clearwater Beach, the Everglades, Kennedy Space Center, Miami and more. Both tour companies pick up at Disney's All Star Music Resort and The Swan Hotel. Walt Disney World Resort guests can use Disney's free transportation system to get to either of these resorts from any Disney theme park or Downtown Disney. To learn how to get discounts on select Gator Tours, visit our Bus Transporation page.

Universal Studios has begun offering advance purchase admission tickets that include roundtrip transportation from Walt Disney World resorts to Universal using Mears Transportation. A 1-Day / 2-Park Universal Studios ticket with round trip transfers cost $84.99 + tax for ages 10 and up and $74.99 + tax for ages 3 - 9. To learn more about these tickets or to purchase tickets, visit our Universal Studios Discount Page.

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Sunray Transportation offers MouseForLess.com readers an exclusive $10 discount off round trip fares from Orlando International Airport to Walt Disney World Resort. Sunray Transportation can also provide roundtrip fares to Universal Orlando or Seaworld for their roundtrip airport clients at an additional fee. Transportation is by SUV or Towncar for up to 6 people for one flat rate. This service is only available to those who have used Sunray's service to and from the airport, and is available at a discounted rate of $70 to Universal and $60 to Seaworld roundtrip. One-way transportation is also available and runs $40 to Universal and $35 to Seaworld. Reserve online or by calling (800) 204-4355. Click here to see a complete list of exclusive TheMouseForLess discounts on private transportation

One final option, should you wish to venture beyond Walt Disney World property, is reserving a rental car for the day. This can be done very conveniently while staying at Walt Disney World. Alamo and National have pick-up/drop-off centers on property located at the Car Care Center near the exit of the Magic Kingdom parking lot and at the Dolphin Hotel in the Epcot area. After reserving a car, a shuttle can be requested to transport you from your resort to the Car Care Center. You can also request for a shuttle to drop you back at your resort after returning your rental car. If you are staying at one of the Downtown Disney hotels there are a few pick-up/drop-off locations for various car rental companies located there as well.

What You Should Know Before You Rent

Many travelers prefer the convenience of a car once they arrive at their destination. This, of course, entails renting a car for the duration of the vacation. Years ago, one only had to pick up the phone, rent a car that was available, arrive to pick it up on time, and drive off. There were very little worries about hidden fees, extra information to bring along, or even a driving record check. If you had a license and a credit card, you could rent and drive a car off the lot. Today, those worries do exist, and every rental company is different. Also be aware that when you are quoted a "base rental car rate" it does not include rental coverages, sales taxes, airport taxes, airport/concession, vehicle license fees and miscellaneous surcharges that could boost the rate you are quoted an average of 25% or more. The following is a list of possible additional charges taken from a public publication provided by the FTC.

Additional Driver fee: If both spouses are planning on driving a rental car or any other qualified driver, you will need to pay this fee
Airport Surcharges: Airport authorities impose this fee for airport use even when rental car companies shuttle you to an off-airport site.
Drop-off fees: Refers to charges some rental companies impose for dropping a car off at a different location from where it was picked up.
CDW and LDW (in states where they are allowed): see below
Deposit or Refundable charge: see below
Fuel charge: see below
Mileage fees: A cents-per-mile charge or a flat fee when a driver exceeds the allotted free mileage cap. Look for unlimited mileage offers if you'll be driving a great distance.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI): A per day charge that pays a death benefit and portion of medical expenses if a drivers is in a collision; if you don't need it, don't buy it.
Personal Effects Coverage (PEC): Another per day charge for loss of personal belongings in the event of theft. Don't leave valuables in the car and forego this charge. Sometimes combined with PAI and called PAE
Taxes: Everyone has to pay them. Florida's sales tax is 6.5% and it's not applied to that attractive base price you are quoted. Sales tax is calculated after other fees are applied.
Underage Driver fee: These fees are applied when a driver is under the age of 25.
Out-of-State Charge: A fee applied when a vehicle is driven out of the state in which it was rented.
State/City/Airport/Rental Company Charges: Florida charges car renters a $2 per day state surcharge. Orlando International Airport charges an 8.7% fee Airport Access Fee on the rental cost for customers who shuttle to an from off-airport car rental companies and a 9.8% Concession Fee Recovery Charge for those renting at the airport. Vehicle License Recoup fees are typically 40 - 60¢ per day but can be more. If you rent your car at the Car Care Center in Walt Disney World, your won't fare any better. At that location the Airport Access Fee and Concession Fee Recovery Charge are replaced with a Landlord Concession Fee Recovery of 10%. Other charges we've seen from Orlando car rental companies are Energy Recovery Fee of about 50¢ per day and a Tire/Battery Fee of a few cents per day (sometimes included in the State Surcharge)
Equipment Rental fees: You could pay this one just for requesting a car seat, some rental companies charging almost $10 per day. Alamo is currently charging $9.99 per day for any type of child seat. In Florida children younger than 4 years of age or less than 36 inches in height must be restrained in a car seat.

When renting a car, you may be offered a collision damage waiver (CDW) and/or a loss damage waiver (LDW). A CDW is an optional charge of $9 to $13 a day which guarantees that the rental company will pay for damages to your rental car. Technically, this is not true collision insurance. If you decline this waiver, you accept responsibility for any damages to the rental car. An LDW ensures that the rental company will recover any "loss of use" costs due to damage of its property. Before opting for either fee, contact your insurance agent, credit card companies, and even your homeowner's insurance to see if your current policies or contracts covers them. Most car insurance companies already cover your personal liability should you be involved in an accident. Some insurance companies also cover rental-car damage (CDW). Very few states, however, cover "loss of use" (LWD), a charge the rental company could levy for its lost income when a vehicle is taken out of service. Unless, you live in Alaska, Connecticut, Louisiana, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island or Texas where insurance policies cover "loss" of use, purchasing the LDW waiver may be a good idea. If you already have all of the liability and collision insurance covered, don't purchase them twice, and make the rental company confirm that you haven't inadvertently signed for them in the fine print before driving the car off the lot. Some companies require that you show proof of insurance.

Don't pay for more fuel than you'll actually consume. Staying on Walt Disney World property often means short drives alternated with the use of Walt Disney World transportation. Often, renters are given a choice between paying for a full tank of gas in advance and bringing the car back empty (which eliminates the need to make gas station stops on the way to the airport) or refilling the tank themselves within a short distance of the airport. If you don't think you will use a full tank of gas and will be remaining mainly on WDW property, you probably shouldn't pay for gas you may not use in advance.

Some companies require a refundable deposit when picking up a rental car. The charge varies, but may be hundreds of dollars. Most rental companies make the charge to your credit card but do not process the amount unless you do not return the car as specified in your rental contract. Until you return the car, however, the spending limit on your credit card may be reduced by the amount of the deposit. This may be important if you plan to charge other items to your credit card and are near the credit limit. If you do not have a major credit card, or you do not want to charge the deposit, ask if the deposit can be paid in cash.

Ask if there is a driving background check and what it takes to be qualified if there is. Many car rental companies now run such checks to lessen the chances of accidents over a bad driving record. If your record won’t pass muster, consider allowing another driver traveling with you to rent the car. For instance, if you have a series of moving violations or other traffic related difficulties on your record (including accidents), but your spouse doesn’t, let your spouse rent the car for the family vacation. Just remember that the person who rents the car must also be the person who drives the car.

Be aware of the "24 hour clock rate" most rental car companies use with rates, and you should allow plenty of time to return your rental car. This means if you rent your car on Wednesday and return it on Thursday, you are charged for one day only if you return it within 24 hours of renting it. The policy for most companies is that an additional hourly rate is charged for the first several hours after 24 hours. Returning the car after this short "hourly rate period" means a whole extra day is usually charged. The late-return fee varies by company--some charge a flat fee and others adjust your entire rate or both. Justification is that the terms of the contract were violated.

Most rental car agencies accept only major credit cards and do NOT accept debit cards or cash. If the car agency accepts debit cards, there are additional requirements and/or location restrictions. Alamo accepts debit cards with the Visa or Mastercard logo and a Round trip air ticket, but restricts certain locations. Dollar requires an acceptable credit check with debit cards.

Ask for any extra key. Many companies will supply one which can come in handy if you lock yourself out.

Inspect the vehicle with the attendant for scratches, dents or other damage before leaving the rental lot. Any dents or scratches should be noted on the contract before you leave the lot. Some companies may enforce a hard line policy regarding having prior damage noted in writing.

Lastly, Edmunds.com offers the following advice concerning vehicle upgrade offers from car rental companies: Sometimes, rental car companies will offer free upgrades to larger vehicles. They do this mainly because compacts tend to be in high demand. This sort of upgrade may seem like a great deal for you, the renter. If having a larger vehicle will genuinely enhance your rental experience, then take the upgrade. But if you have no real need for the extra space, it's cheaper to decline. Larger vehicles burn more gas, so that "free" upgrade isn't really free, and you'll wind up paying for it at the pump.

Special Notice: Beginning October 1, 2008 Orlando International Airport implemented a Customer Facility Charge of $2.50 plus tax for each day of the car rental to a maximum of $12.50 plus tax. All clients collecting cars from Orlando International Airport (On Airport) rental desks will incur this charge at the time of collection. This new charge is implemented by Orlando International Airport directly and NOT by the car rental companies. This fee shouldn't show up on rentals made at Alamo/National on Walt Disney property. They can be found at Buena Vista Palace Hotel (ORLR73), Walt Disney Car Care Center (ORLR72) and the Dolphin Resort (ORLR74).

Getting the Best Deals

Now that you understand the basics and all of the fees and charges that may apply to your car rental, it's time to get down to the nitty-gritty of saving money and finding the best deals.

Before renting a car, research the make, model and year for fuel efficiency. The difference between a car that gets 20 miles to the gallon and one that gets 30 mpg can add up.

As with most travel expenses, some of the best deals that can be obtained for car rentals are found on the Internet. Sites like Expedia, Orbitz and Travelocity can be great for comparison shopping, as long as you are sure each quote includes all taxes, fees, and applicable charges. Also, while deals are often appealing, you may do better in the long run reserving on the car rental company's own web site. There are some disadvantages to booking on such sites. Payments must be made in advance, locking shoppers out of last minute deals. Most do not support express service options or bonus frequent flyer miles.

If purchasing on a name-your-own-price site like Hotwire or Priceline, see our airfare tips for those sites; the same rules apply. Additionally, if you return your Hotwire or Priceline rental even an hour late, you are in violation of the terms of rental price and can be charged the regular full rate. Remember, car rental companies have your credit car on file.

Current saving of up to 30% or more on major car rental companies are available with Priceline.

If flexibility can be built into your advance planning, rent in the off season when rates are cheaper. Also, opt for making your initial rental on the weekend, specifically over Saturday, and reserve your rental car for an entire week. Weekly rates tend to be better than daily rates, with seven days sometimes yielding the best price. Five days should be the minimum whenever possible. Also, if you've been charged a "weekly" rate, don't assume you can save money by returning your car early. If you fall below the minimum days for the rate, you can be charged a fee and have your rate default to regular daily rates.

Don't wait until the last minute to reserve a rental car. Rates are often based on how many vehicles remain available on a specific car rental lot. Two weeks in advance or more is a good rule of thumb for getting the best rates. Also, don't be afraid to change your reservation to take advantage of last minute specials. Car rental companies seldom charge cancellation or change fees except on pre-paid rentals. Use this to your advantage, even after you have reserved a car. If something better comes along take it. Just be sure to know your existing cancellation policies and whether advance notice must be given. Also make sure the rates you are comparing show all applicable fees and restrictions such as unlimited mileage.

Last minute specials sometimes offer great deals, but are often more restrictive and more common at off-peak travel times. Generally, last minute deals are released two weeks prior to expiration. Alamo, National, Hertz, Dollar and Budget offer last minute deals and discounts on their websites.

Next search out discounts and be prepared with promotional and company codes. The car companies available at the Orlando International Airport are numerous. Use web sites that do the work for you. Airportrentalcars.com shows the available deals for specific airports, including Orlando International Airport, gives a list of average rental prices, and allows web site visitors to make comparisons.

Car Rental Companies at Orlando International Airport are located at Terminal A and Terminal B on the Ground Transportation Level (Level 1). The following is a list of car rental companies located at the airport with links to each company's Hot Deals and Discounts page.

Off-airport car rental companies are just as numerous and offer courtesy shuttles from and to the airport. Advantage, Enterprise, Hertz, and Thrifty, are a few of the off-airport rental companies and a complete list can be found on OIA's web site.

Visit a few of the Car Rental Discount and Code web sites that list recent car rental discount codes:

BargainBox.com keeps a running list of current the best deals for each car rental company.
RetailMeNot.com is a another site to find lots of car rental coupons and codes. This site also shows users' success rate in getting discounts using each coupon or code.
Better Bidding Forums for Hotwire and Priceline also keep a running collection of the latest car rental codes.

There have been reports of online users not getting the discounts expected when entering codes. If this happens, try clearing the cookies in your browser. They may be the cause of the problem if the rate is available and has not expired.

Car Rental Discounts and Codes for the General Public

Important notice about this section: Codes placed in the "General Public" section are codes in which we were unable to identify as having any special restrictions. However, that does not mean it is absolutely the case. It simply means we were unable to find any at the time of posting and checking with each rental company is beyond the scope of our capability. When making any reservation with a code found in this section, it is always best to follow up your reservation with a call to the car rental company to inquire if any specific documentation (example: branded credit card, paper coupon, membership card, occupational ID) will be require at the desk to get your discount. Failure to do so could result in a higher rate at the time of rental if the required documentation can not be supplied. Write down the time, date, and name of the person you spoke with and take it with you. Most all but pre-paid reservations can be cancelled without penalty. If you find that any of our codes in the "General Public" section do carry restrictions, please let us know so that we can move it to the discounts for "Special Groups" (credit card holders, discount clubs, AAA, etc.) section located below this one. Most advertised rates do not include taxes and fees.

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Alamo (800) 462-5266 Back to Car Rental Index Back to top

Important Alamo Information: Alamo is the official Car Rental Company of Walt Disney World. Booking on Alamo's web site will allow you to enter and use multiple discounts. You can enter one Contract ID and one Coupon Code. Since most codes include blackout dates or apply to specific types of cars, try several different combinations. As the official Disney car rental company, Disney Vacation Club members can get 10% discounts on Alamo cars. Walt Disney World Annual Passholders get a 20% discount and should request ID # 860292 when making a reservation. In addition to the "on airport" location at OIA, there are 3 Alamo rental locations on Walt Disney World Property--at the Care Care Center near the Magic Kingdom, the Dolphin Resort near the entrance to the Boardwalk Inn Resort and at Buena Vista Palace located near Downtown Disney. Long lines at OIA can be bypassed with an advance reservation and use of the self-serve kiosk located at the airport or by checking-in online (must choose from cars on lot in car category reserved).

Quicksilver is Alamo's express counter service designed to meet the needs of Corporate Customers. To use Quicksilver service, renters must have a Master Rental Agreement on file with Alamo. Membership also offers a 10% savings discount and special members-only deals. Any small business can apply.

The general public can get a standard 10 - 15% discount by booking online and pre-paying with a credit card. However, using this option will cause a cancellation fee to be applied to your car if the rental is cancelled in under 24 hours. Additionally, using the pre-pay option may void perks offered under other group benefits (Mastcard, AAA, etc) such as additional drivers and unlimited mileage.

RentalCarMomma can save money by combining Alamo offers and coupons with an additional discount of up to 20% on some car rental classes. Using RentalCarMomma is the best way to stack Alamo discounts in one easy step. Click here for offers. Click here to see more Alamo deals with you RentalCarMomma discount.

Currently, Alamo has a deal that could save you a bundle if you're traveling to Walt Disney World from the Northeast during the holidays. Take advantage of Alamo's One-Way rentals to Florida good for travel through January 31, 2010. Cars may be rented for as little as $30 per day from Albany, NY, Baltimore, MD, Boston, MA, Buffalo, NY, Hartford, CT, Manchester, NH, Manhattan, NY, Norfolk, VA, Philadelphia, PA, Pittsburgh, PA, Portland, ME, Providence, RI, Richmond, VA, Rochester, NY, Syracuse, NY, Washington-Dulles, Washington-Reagan, and White Plains, NY. Rentals may be kept for up to 21 days. If you compare the price of a rental car for a week in Florida and the high price of airfare, savings can be quite significant by driving one way and flying home. Valid on one-way rentals of Economy through Fullsize cars and Minivans. Must be booked by 12/31/09. National Car Rental is also offering this deal.

Use coupon code AD2123JMC for $30 off weekly rentals. Available on Compact through Luxury car, Minivan, SUV or Convertible until 12/15/09. Rental must be for a minimum of 5 days. Holiday blackout days will apply. 24-hour advance reservations required. Print coupon.

Use this special link and promo code SUNPROMO to get 15% off daily, weekly & weekend rentals on all car classes in Florida, California or Las Vegas and Hawaii. Valid for rentals picked up by 11/22/09. 24-hour advance reservation required. Cannot be combined with any other discounts, coupons or promotional rates. Availability is limited.

Use this special link and ID 7014667 to get 10% off daily, weekly & weekend rentals on all car classes in Florida, California or Las Vegas and Hawaii. Valid for rentals picked up by 12/15/09. 24-hour advance reservation required. Cannot be combined with any other discounts, coupons or promotional rates. Availability is limited.

Use this coupon and coupon code AD6974JDM to take $25 off weekly rates on Compact through Luxury cars, Minivan, SUV or a Convertible. Valid at participating locations in the US (except Manhattan) until 12/15/09. Rental must be for a minimum of 5 days. 24-hour advance reservation required. Cannot be combined with any other discounts, coupons or promotional rates. Availability is limited and blackout dates may apply.

Save $40 on minivan rentals picked up before 12/15/09. Offer not available Thanksgiving weekend (11/23 - 11/27). Rent for a minium of 4 days. Reserve at least 24 hours in advance using this special link and coupon code AD1123NDP.

Get $10 off when you rent any car for two days or more including a Saturday night. Reserve at least 24 hours in advance using this special link and coupon code AD2434DDF. Valid for rentals picked up by 11/23/09.

Use this special link and ID 7014691 to get $20 a day on weekend rentals on Compact cars, $24 per day on Midsize cars, $28 per day on Fullsize cars and $30 per day on Premium cars. Valid at participating Airport locations in the US and Canada until 12/12/09. Weekend rate available 9:00 AM Thursday; vehicle must be returned by pick up time on Monday or higher daily rates apply. Rental must include a Saturday overnight stay. 24-hour advance reservation required. Minimum one day/maximum four day rental required. Cannot be combined with any other discounts, coupons or promotional rates. Availability is limited and blackout dates may apply.

Save $20 off weekly rentals with coupon code AD1336ADK. Requires 5 day rental. Valid for pickups by 12/15/09. Print coupon.

Use code AD6969JDA for $15 off 3-day weekend rate. Available on Compact through Luxury car, Minivan, SUV or Convertible until 12/15/09. Rental must begin between 9:00 AM Thursday and 11:59 PM Saturday with an overnight Saturday keep required. Vehicle must be returned by Monday. 24-hour advance reservations required. Print coupon.

Use coupon code AU2729MJW for a free upgrade on Compact through Midsize car. Requires 5 day rental. Valid for pickups by 12/15/09. Print Coupon.

Walmart codes anyone can use are ID# 430710 for 20% off rentals. Reports are surfacing that this code has been denied at Orlando International Airport. This could be because Walmart.com is no longer offering customers the ability to book travel reservations online. If you use it, it might be wise to call and check if it will be honored and to print the offer and bring it with you. You also might try ID# 428448 which comes from the Walmart Rand-McNally.

Rent from Priceline for rates as low as $14 per day or less.

Check Alamo's Last Minute Specials page; there are often specials for Orlando International Airport OR try the Rate code IG for rentals within two weeks. Last minute Alamo specials are released on Wednesdays and can be combined with coupon codes.

If you are a member of BJ's Discount Club or Costcos see our "Discount Clubs and Cards" section below for some great coupons and extra discounts.

Visa, Mastercard and American Express cardholders should click on the specific links for some great Alamo coupons and discounts. You must use the specified card to reserve and pay for your rental

Southwest Rapid Rewards is free to join, and offers up to a 30% discount on Alamo car group rentals of two days or more until 12/31/09. When booking at southwest.com, please enter Corporate ID # 7014923 in the Corporate/ID Rate field to earn triple credit and receive up to 30% off your rental. Be sure to provide your Rapid Rewards account number. Also look for discounts through American and US Airway reward programs. Click here for more info and codes.

The 2010 Entertainment Book as many valuable coupons for Alamo. Click here for more info and a great discount on purchasing the Entertainment Book.

Visit our Car Rental Discounts for Groups for many more Alamo discounts, particularly Military & AARP.

Avis (800) 331-1212 Back to Car Rental Index Back to top

Important Avis Information: You can sometimes combine coupon codes and AWD codes when booking on Avis.com. Not all combinations will work, but some reportedly do. Since most codes include blackout dates or applied to specific types of cars, try several different combinations. Avis is also one of the few companies that will allow spouses or life partners over the age of 25 to drive as second drivers with no additional fee or signup or paperwork required. If you join Avis's Wizard frequent-renters program, you will also get special offers such as free music downloads for cars rented using your Wizard contract number, as well as be able to pre-register your personal information to decrease airport rental delays. In addition to the "on airport" location at OIA, there is also an Avis rental location at the Hilton Hotel near Downtown Disney.

Avis provides mobility scooter rentals (available on request) at it's Orlando Airport location through a partnership with Scootaround Inc., the nation's leading mobility rentals provider. For more information on how to reserve an Avis car and a scooter at the same time, click here.

RentalCarMomma can save up to 25% off rentals plus get additional discounts. Click here to reserve or for Avis Deals and stack your discount by clicking one of the add coupon buttons. Try adding AWD TUWA045 for a discount and free day on a weekly rental or UUWA055 for a discount and a free upgrade. Also, get some great coupons good thru 12/31/09 that anyone can print and use.

Those who are members of or who join the free Avis Wizard program can earn a Free Reward Day Certificate to Free Reward Day Certificate be used on a future weekday, weekly, weekend or monthly rental. A Qualifying Rental is a paid rental consisting of five consecutive days between September 9 - December 13, 2009, with rental check in no later than January 13, 2010. Customers may earn up to three (3) Rental Health Day certificates during the promotion on Qualifying rentals to be used no later than than June 13, 2010. Click here for more info and here to apply for a Rental Health Day.

K199060 from the Orlando Convention and Visitor's Bureau gives discounts on Avis in Orlando. Discounts rates start at $131/week for an Economy car. This discount can sometimes be combined with coupon codes for an even better discount. Try combining it with the MUWA130 code below. Expiration 12/31/09.

Save $35 off Avis weekly rentals. Use coupon code MUWA046. Coupon valid on Intermediate or larger vehicle, excluding the Minivan and Specialty car classes. Minimum five day rental period with a Saturday night keep required. Advance online reservation required. Rental must begin by 12/15/09.

Save $30 off Avis weekly rentals. Use coupon code MUWA130. Coupon valid on a compact (group B) or larger vehicle, excluding specialty (group X). Minimum five day rental period with a Saturday night keep required. Advance online reservation required. Rental must begin by 12/31/09.

Save 25% on Avis leisure weekly and weekend rates using AWD # Q309000 at the time of reservation. Add a single class upgrade by adding coupon code UUCA016 OR a free day on a weekly rental by adding TUWA045. Offer applies to intermediate (group C) through full-size (group E) vehicles. Other restrictions and blackout dates may apply. Rental must be picked up by 12/31/09.

Choose coupons for up to $20 off weekend rentals at a participating airport location. Coupons valid on midsize (group C) and larger vehicles, excluding minivans (group V) and specialty (group X). A Saturday night keep is required on rentals of more than one day. Rental must begin by 12/31/09. An advance reservation is required.

Get up to 30% off Florida rentals with AWD code K214028 and this coupon from Gulfcoastflorida.com. AWD code K199060 also gives a good discount in Florida. Expires 12/31/09.

Save 15% on weekly rentals of 5 days or more, using code AWD G833700 Rental must be picked up by 12/31/09.

Save 10% on weekend rentals, using code AWD G833800 Rental must be picked up by 12/31/09.

Get a Free rental day on a weekly rental using Coupon # TUWA045. This discount is not included in online confirmation, but will be applied at time of rental. Book online to receive this special. May be blacked out from 7/6 - 8/17/09. Rental must be picked up by 12/31/09. Stack the above coupon with AWD Q309000 and get up to 25% off your rental plus the free day.

Get up to 40% off a weekly or weekend rentals at participating airport locations when you add where2 GPS. Use AWD A597500. A Saturday night keep and an advance reservation may be required. Book online to receive this special. Discount valid on rentals checked out no later than 3/31/10.

Receive One Rental Day Free when you rent an Intermediate (group C) through a Full-Size Four-Door (group E) car for three consecutive days, including a Saturday night. Offer valid at participating Avis locations in the U.S. and Canada. Use your Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) # K378100 and coupon # TUTA035. Book online to receive this special. Rental must begin by 12/31/09.

Rent for a weekend and get a day of GPS Free at participating airport locations. Discount available on rentals of all car groups Intermediate (Group C) or larger, excluding Group X. Use Coupon # MUWA225 at the time of reservation. Weekend rental period begins Thursday and car must be returned by Monday 11:59 p.m. Saturday night keep required. Advance online reservation required. Rental must be picked up by 12/31/09.

Rent for 5 days or longer and get two days of GPS Free at participating US locations. Discount available on rentals of compact (group B) or larger vehicle, excluding the specialty (group X) car group. Use Coupon # MUWA123 at the time of reservation. A Saturday night keep is required. Advance online reservation required. Rental must be picked up by 12/31/09.

Receive a free one-car-group upgrade on a compact (group B) through a full-size four-door (group E) car. Maximum upgrade to premium (group G). Offer valid on Weekend or Weekly Rentals at participating Avis Airport Locations. A Saturday keep is required. Please use Coupon # UUWA055 at the time of rental. Rental must begin by 12/31/09.

Get a Free upgrade using Coupon # UUWA029. This discount is not included in online confirmation, but will be applied at time of rental. Book online to receive this special. Rental must be picked up by 12/31/09.

Rent from Priceline for rates as low as $11.99 per day or less.

Southwest Rapid Rewards is free to join, and offers up to a 40% discount on Avis rentals of 3 days or longer until 12/31/09. Click here for more info.

Choice Hotels rewards program, Choice Privileges, is free to join and gives a 25% discount on Avis rentals when you mention Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) #W661100 and provide you Choice Privileges number when reserving. That's in addition to the 750 base points you'll earn on rentals of 1-3 days and 1,000 points for rentals of 4 or more days. Plus, now through 12/31/09 you can earn an additional 500 bonus points on your rental of 2 or more days at participating airport locations. Mention coupon #MUHA019 as well as your Choice Privileges number to receive your bonus points.

Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cardholders should click card links for discounts. You must use the your credit card to reserve and pay for your rental.

If you are a member of BJ's Discount Club, Sam's Club or Costcos see our "Discount Clubs and Cards" section below for some great coupons plus an extra discount.

Walmart codes anyone can use are AWD# B021615 for 20% off rentals. You also might try AWD# B021600.

The 2010 Entertainment Book as many good coupons for Avis. Click here for more info and a great discount on purchasing the Entertainment Book.

Visit our Car Rental Discounts for Groups for many more Avis discounts, particularly AARP and Rewards Programs.

Budget (800) 527-0700              Back to Car Rental Index                  Back to top

Important Budget Information: Budget is one of the few companies that will allow spouses or life partners over the age of 25 to drive as second drivers with no additional fee; a valid driver's license for the second driver must be shown at the time of rental. Join Budget's FastBreak frequent-renter program and you will be able to pre-register your personal information to decrease airport rental delays. In addition to the "on airport" location at OIA, there is also an Budget rental location at the Doubletree Guest Suites near Downtown Disney.

RentalCarMomma can save $25 off Weekly rates for compact thru premium cars and SUVs & minivans. PLUS get an additional discount. Click here for offer. You can also get a Free Day on a Weekend rental of a compact thru full-size car. Click here for offer. Rental must begin by 12/31/09 for both. Click here to see more Budget deals and stack discounts in one easy step.

Save up to 40% on select cars when you prepay in advance. For savings to apply, reservation must be reserved and paid for on budget.com at least 12 hours in advance of pickup. Your credit or debit card will be charged upon reservation confirmation. Cancellation fees apply. Offer may not be used in conjunction with any other BCD, coupon, promotion or offer. If a prepayment option is available for your rental, you'll see a "Pay Now" link on the rate page of the online reservation process. Simply click that link to discover the potential savings .

Think Fast Rate: Get an Intermediate car for $199/week when you reserve by 11/22/09. Offer valid for pickup by January 16, 2010 at participating Budget airport locations in the U.S. and Canada, excluding the NY Metro area. Weekly rates require a five consecutive day minimum rental and a 14-day maximum rental.Blackouts include, but may not be limited to November 26 – 30, 2009 in all participating U.S. locations and December 19 – 31, 2009 in all participating U.S. and Canada locations. Reservation must also be booked 24 hours in advance of pickup. Use BCD BCD U230101 when reserving online.

Pay $199 a week on an Intermediate SUV and $224 a week on a 5-Passenger SUV nationwide. In Florida, pay $149 a week on a Compact. Weekly rates require a five-consecutive-day minimum rental and a 14-day maximum rental. Florida Offer: vehicle must be picked up between December 1 – 15, 2009. Nationwide Offer: valid for pick-up now to December 15, 2009 at all other participating Budget locations. November 26 – 30, 2009 blacked out in all participating locations. Reservations must be booked by 11/26/09. A 24 hour advance reservation is required. Use BCD U102900 when reserving online.

Save 15% on SUV rentals checked out no later than 12/15/09. Offer applies to daily, weekly and weekend rates. A Saturday night keep and an advance reservation may be required. Use BCD U099900 when reserving online.

Save up to 10% off weekly or weekend rentals with BCD U081800 Weekly rates require a five-consecutive-day minimum rental and a 14-day maximum rental. A Saturday night keep may be required. A 24 hour advance reservation is required online. Valid for pickups until 12/31/09.
Save $20 off weekly Intermediate car rentals with BCD U100700 Weekly rates require a five-consecutive-day minimum rental and a 14-day maximum rental with a Saturday night keep. A 24 hour advance reservation is required online. Valid for pickups until 12/31/09.
Get 25% off Budget leisure weekly rates at airport locations when you rent 5 or more consecutive days! Reservation must be booked 24 hours in advance of pickup. Offer valid for pick-up by 12/31/09. Click here to reserve or Use BCD code U110900.

Get $25 off airport weekly rates , using BCD MUWZ070. Coupon valid on a compact (group B) and above vehicle, excluding the specialty (group X) car class. Weekend rental period begins noon Thursday and car must be returned by Monday 11:59 p.m. or higher rate may apply. A Saturday night stay over is required. Valid for pick ups by 12/31/09.

Get $20 off airport weekend rates, using BCD Y620700. Coupon valid on a compact (group B) and above vehicle, excluding the specialty (group X) car class. A minimum five day rental period and a Saturday night keep is required. Valid for pick ups by 12/31/09.

Get a single car class upgrade on an Intermediate thru Fullsize car using offer code UUWZ020. Maximum upgrade to Premium. Applies to daily, weekend and weekly rates. For reservations made on budget.com, upgrade will be applied at time of rental. Expires 12/31/11.

Click here for a $25 off a weekly rental coupon on a compact through premium car, intermediate SUV, standard SUV or minivan for a minimum of five consecutive days, including a Saturday night keep. You can also use BCD number U109700 and coupon number MUWZ023 when reserving online. Offer valid until 12/31/09.

To get a 20% discount plus a free day on a weekend rental on a compact through a full-size four-door car for a minimum of three consecutive days, including a Saturday night keep, click here. You can also use BCD number U109700 and coupon number TUGZ032 when reserving online. Rental must begin by 12/31/09.

Get a free day of GPS on a minimum three day weekend rental. Garmin Where2 GPS must be added to the rental to take advantage of this offer. Weekend rental period begins Thursday noon and car must be returned by Monday 11:59 p.m. or higher rate may apply. A Saturday night keep is required. Offer valid for pickup by 12/31/09 at participating Budget airport locations. Use offer code MUWZ014.

Rent from Priceline for rates as low as $12.99 per day or less.

Use Budget BCD Y937800 for up to 15% off in Florida on Budget rentals. Expiration unknown.

Southwest Rapid Rewards is free to join, and offers up to a 40% discount on Budget rentals of 3 days or longer until 12/31/09. Click here for more info.

Choice Hotels rewards program, Choice Priveleges, is free to join and gives a 20% discount on Budget rentals and 1,500 points when you mention Budget Corporate Discount (BCD) #Z959200 and provide your Choice Privileges member number at the time of reserving. Rent for 1-3 days and get 750 points or increase your earnings to 1,000 points when you rent for 4+ days. Plus, now through December 31, 2009 you can earn an additional 500 bonus points on your rental of 2 or more days at participating airport locations. Mention coupon #MUHZ013 as well as your Choice Privileges number to receive your bonus points.

If you are a member of BJ's Discount Club, Sam's Club or Costcos see our "Discount Clubs and Cards" section below for some great coupons, plus an extra discount.

Visa, Discover Card and American Express cardholders should click on the specific links for some great Budget coupons and discounts. You must use the specified card to reserve and pay for your rental.

Walmart codes anyone can use are BCD code W810011 for 25% off rentals. Valid for pick ups by 12/31/09. You also might try BCD W810000.

The 2010 Entertainment Book as many coupons for Budget, Plus a rate code that can be combined for discounts. Click here for more info and a great discount on purchasing the Entertainment Book.

Visit our Car Rental Discounts for Groups for many more Budget discounts, particularly AARP, Military and Rewards Programs.

Dollar (800) 800-3665               Back to Car Rental Index                  Back to top

Important Dollar Information: Dollar Rent a Car is a subsidiary of Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc and Dollar and Thrifty rates are usually very similar. Dollar Rent A Car is located on Orlando International Airport property, but you must shuttle to Thrifty's off-airport location. If you find a great rate for Thrifty, check to see if something equivalent is available for Dollar; it could save you time for about the same amount of money. Join Dollar's Express frequent-renter program and you will be able to pre-register your personal information to decrease airport rental delays and use Dollar's Express line. You'll also receive one reward credit for each day you rent. Once you have 16 credits, you'll get a free rental day. In addition to the "on airport" location at OIA, there is also an Dollar rental location at the Regal Sun Resort near Downtown Disney.

Dollar has introduced Lock and Go Rates. You lock the rate, Dollar will pick the ride. Book at a rate lower than an Intermediate and Dollar guarantees you an Intermediate size or larger vehicle. Your vehicle will have room for at least five passengers and two pieces of luggage. The location will select the vehicle for you at time of pick-up.

Dollar offers RentalCarMomma some of the best exclusive rates on Florida rentals. Click here to get an automatic discount on your Dollar rental car. Try entering any promotional code you have in addition to Retalcarmomma's built in corporate code or use coupons on the RentalCarMomma site.

Florida Specials

Drive like a local with Opt-in to Pass24, a pre-paid toll service from Dollar Rent A Car, and bypass toll booths on your drive. No more waiting in long lines searching for coins or cash or waiting for receipts. With Pass24®, you'll cruise right through traffic in the express lane. Pass24® gives your Dollar rental vehicle unlimited 24-hour toll usage for a low daily rate and is available in Orlando, as well as, Dallas, Denver, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Houston, Jacksonville, Key West, Miami, Tallahassee, Tampa and West Palm Beach. Just ask for it at the counter when you pick up your vehicle.

Orlando MagicCard offers a 10% discount off Florida Dollar Rent A Car rates when using Corporate Discount (CD) number oi1054. Good until 5/31/10. Click here to get a Magicard.

The Kissimmee/St. Cloud Convention & Visitors Bureau has partnered with Dollar Rental Car to offer reduced rates. A limited number of vehicles are available at this promotional rate at participating Florida locations. Use promo code KISS2.

From the Orlando Official Attractions Guide, use promo code OOAG to get a discounted rate on Dollar Rental Car at participating Florida locations. Expires 12/31/09.

From the Kissimmee Book of Dreams, use promo code BOD to get a discounted rate on Dollar Rental Car at participating Florida locations. To order this free publication, click here.

The Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau has partnered with Dollar Rental Car to offer reduced rates. A limited number of vehicles are available at this promotional rate at participating Florida locations. Use promo code OCVB.

Nationwide Specials

Rent a Minivan for $39.00/day or $229.00/week at Los Angeles airport (LAX) location. Offer available for pick up through 12/15/09. Not available November 24-28. Use promo code 9LAMV. 24 hour advanced reservations are required when reserving online
Rent a Compact car for just $164.00/week at participating locations in the U.S. through 12/8/09. Use promo code EMCS. Holiday and other blackout periods apply. Weekly rate requires a minimum rental of five days. 24 hour advanced reservations are required when reserving online.

Get 5% off on Compact cars for five days or more at participating locations nationwide through 12/15/09. Use promo code 9CDAR. Holiday blackout periods apply. 24 hour advanced reservations are required when reserving online.

Get 5% on a Full-size, Premium or Luxury car when you rent for five days or more at participating locations nationwide through 12/10/09. Use promo code EMFPL. 24 hour advanced reservations are required when reserving online.

Rent our Full-size Van for $79.00/dy, $499.00/wk in Los Angeles & Las Vegas. Offer available through 12/15/09. Use promo code 9LAFV. Weekly rates require a 5-day minimum. Holiday and other blackout periods apply. 24-hour advance reservation required when reserving online.
Get 5% off Dollar rentals using promo code LNKSH or CJ05. Expire 12/31/09.

Get 7% off Dollar rentals using promo code AFCC. Expire 12/15/09.

Print this coupon for one day free GPS rental from Dollar or Thrifty car rental. The coupon must be surrendered at time of rental and can not be used in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. Expires 12/31/09.

Print this coupon for a free upgrade and present at the rental counter to redeem. Print Coupon. Expires 12/31/09.

If you are a member of BJ's Discount Club, see our "Discount Clubs and Cards" section below for some great coupons, plus an extra discount.

American Express cardholders should click this link for Dollar coupons or discounts. You must use your Amex card to reserve and pay for your rental.

Southwest Rapid Rewards is free to join, and offers up to a 40% discount on Dollar rentals of 3 days or longer until 12/31/09. There is also an offer of 10% off an economy through full-size car rental until 12/15/09. Click here for more info and codes.

Visit our Car Rental Discounts for Groups for other Dollar Rental car discounts.

Enterprise (800) 261-7331           Back to Car Rental Index               Back to top

Important Enterprise Information: In Orlando, Enterprise is located off-airport and you must shuttle to Enterprise's car rental location. It's also best to delete cookies when trying various discount codes on Enterprise's web site as discounts are stored during sessions and new discounts may not show up otherwise. Join Enterprise's ePlus frequent-renter program and you will be able to pre-register your personal information to decrease airport rental delays and use a special members' express line and receive special email offers. ePlus is free to join.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car provides specialized options for our customers with disabilities. Mobility devices such as left hand controls with spinner knobs, left foot accelerators and pedal extenders are available at no additional charge. Two business days notice are required to reserve a car with mobility devices. For more information or to make a reservation call National Reservation Center at (800) 325-8007. Please select "option 5".

Enterprise offers RentalCarMomma exclusive rates on car rentals. Plus, get a Free upgrade on rentals at US locations.

Get 50% Off most weekend rates at Neighborhood locations. rates for Economy through Full size class cars rented for three days, Friday to Monday, at participating North American neighborhood locations. This offer is not valid at airport locations. Reserve at enterprise.com. Rental must end by 5/21/10.
Get a Free Upgrade onadvance reservations made for an Economy through Standard size vehicle at standard daily or weekly rates at participating North American airport locations. This offer is not valid at neighborhood locations. Rental must end on or before 5/31/10. The upgraded car class will not appear on your reservation, but will be applied upon arrival if there's an available car in the next higher class. Reserve a enterprise.com.
TheMouseForLess Web Site Readers can receive a Free Intermediate-Size Rental Car from Enterprise rent-a-car when renting a vacation home stay of 7 days or longer from All Star Vacation Homes. Just use this link and mention The MouseForLess when reserving your vacation home stay.

Rent from Priceline for rates as low as $11.99 per day or less.

If you are a member of Costco Discount Club, see our "Discount Clubs and Cards" section below for some great coupons, plus an extra discount.

American Express cardholders should click this link for Enterprise coupons or discounts. You must use your Amex card to reserve and pay for your rental.

The 2010 Entertainment Book as many coupons for Enterprise. Click here for more info and a great discount on purchasing the Entertainment Book.

Visit our Car Rental Discounts for Groups for many more Enterprise discounts, particularly AARP and Insurance.

Hertz (800) 654-3131              Back to Car Rental Index                  Back to top

Important Hertz Information: Booking on the Hertz web site will allow you to enter and use multiple discounts. You can enter both CDP and promotional codes. Since most codes include blackout dates or applied to specific types of cars, try several different combinations. In Orlando, Hertz is located off-airport and you must shuttle to their car rental location. A Hertz rental location is located at Shades of Green at Walt Disney World. Off property, Hertz rental hotel locations can be found at the nearby Gaylord Palms, Buena Vista Suites, Caribe Royale and Marriott Village.

Join the free Hertz #1 Club frequent-renter program and you will be able to pre-register your personal information to decrease airport rental delays and have access to a special check-in line at OIA. The Hertz #1 Club Gold is a $60 value but TheMouseForLess.com visitors can join for free and bypass lines completely plus earn rental certificates. For more info, click here.

Simply Wheelz by Hertz is the new discount car rental brand of The Hertz Corporation. You can now enjoy special rates designed specifically for vacations and other leisure travel. Currently offered at Orlando International Airport (off-airport), Simply Wheelz speeds up the car rental process by utilizing automatic rental machines to give you access to your rental car without spending time in line at the counter. To use discount codes on the Simply Wheelz web site, enter them in the "Discount Number" box. These codes give discounts of 5% and up and can be used with coupons at Simply Wheelz.

CDP code 1789649 - from the Travel and Leisure Golf Magazine

CDP code 1757580 - from The Car and Driver Magazine

CDP code 1813168 - from The Car and Truck Magazine

DP code 4 - Southern California Motor Club

RentalCarMomma can save 15% off leisure weekends and leisure weekly rates as well as $30 off a weekly rental. Click here for offer. Rental must begin by 12/31/09 for both.

Send a "tweet" of with your favorite driving music to Tweet @ConnectByHertz and you will be entered into a drawing for a chance free weekend rental certificates and Connect driving credits for each tweet you send.

Until 12/31/09, Hertz has reduced the rental surcharge for drivers ages 21 - 24 to just $15 per day. Plus Hertz is featuring a special offer to help all weekend and weekly travelers get away for less. Now you can save $5 per day, up to $25 off your Hertz Weekend or Weekly rental when you use PC#138600. Visit Hertz web site for more info or to reserve.

Spend a Friday or Saturday night at participating Marriott or JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts between 10/2/09 through 12/13/09, and you’ll get a $100 Bonus Bucks coupon good toward a future 2-night paid stay. You'll also get up to $50 off a Hertz rental ($10 each day you rent for up to 5 days). Hertz offer valid between 10/23/2009 and 3/31/2010. Must hotel stay must be booked by 11/22/09 for this offer. Click here for more info.

Enjoy a Hertz Family Pack of savings on your next weekly rental. Get Great Rate, NeverLost, Free Child Seat, No Additional Driver Fee for Spouse or Domestic Partner. When making your reservation: Be sure to check the box next to NeverLost and the appropriate Child Seat selection on the “Extras” page. Offer valid through 3/31/10. Use Rate Code FAMN. Advance reservations required (A 48 hour advance reservation is needed at select Off-Airport locations). Visit Hertz web site for more info or to reserve.

Reserve one of Prestige Collection’s newest members – the Mercedes GLK350, and take advantage of a very special rate as low as $96.99 per day. Offer valid for pick-up through 12/31/09. To take advantage of this special offer, enter RQ HPC1 in the RQ Field when booking your online reservation or simply click on "Quote It" in the rate box. Rates not available in NY Metro, CA, NV and HI. Visit Hertz web site for more info or to reserve.

Save $30 off a Weekly Rental when PC#135321 is included in your reservation of an Economy or higher class car. Offer valid through 12/31/09. Visit Hertz web site for more info or to reserve.

124025 and Rate Code DRIVE for discounted weekend rate on an Economy thru Luxury Sedan, Mid-size thru Std SUV, or a Minivan, plus get a free child seat and an opportunity to receive up to 3 free days of Hertz NeverLost (equipment subject to availability). Vehicle must be picked up between noon-Thursday through noon Sunday. Thursday and Friday weekend rentals must include a Saturday night. Valid for vehicle pickup through 12/31/09. Visit Hertz web site for more info or to reserve.

Save up to $20 Off a Leisure Weekend rates. Offer valid for vehicle pickup through 12/31/09. Use PC code 133906. Visit Hertz web site for more info or to reserve.

Anyone can get a special discount of up to 20% on Hertz car rentals through Airtran. Plus, until 1/31/10, you can receive a Free One Car Class Upgrade from Hertz every time you rent a Compact through Full Size car. Use CDP 1259680 and the Promotional Coupon (PC) number 949115. Visit Hertz web site for more info or to reserve.

Various Hertz promotion codes (PC) to try are:

913651 for $15 off weekly rates of 5 days or more. Expires 12/31/09
913640 for $15 off weekend rates of 3 days or more with a Saturday keep. Expires 12/31/09
Promo code 113234 plus CDP code 1434515 for $10 off weekly rates. Expires 12/31/09.
Promo code 119766 plus CDP code 1434515 for $5 per day (up to 3 days) off weekend rates. Expires 12/31/09.

Visa and American Express cardholders should click the specific links for some great Hertz coupons and discounts. You must use your credit card to reserve and pay for your rental.

If you are a member of BJ's Discount Club or Costcos see our "Discount Clubs and Cards" section below for some great coupons plus an extra discount.

If you are a AAA/CAA member see our AAA section below for some great coupons (including a coupon to receive up to $40 off on the weekend or weekly rental of any size Hertz vehicle) or click here to see Hertz AAA/CAA specials.

Southwest Rapid Rewards is free to join, and offers a $10 per day discount on Hertz rentals of 1 day or longer until 12/31/09. Click here for more info and codes.

The 2010 Entertainment Book as many coupons for Hertz. Click here for more info and a great discount on purchasing the Entertainment Book.

Rent from Priceline for rates as low as $14 per day or less.

Visit our Car Rental Discounts for Groups for many more Hertz discounts, particularly AARP discounts and Reward Program Discounts (see Marriott Rewards).

TheMouseForLess Tip: Be wary of the Chevron station across from Hertz Orlando location when gassing up return rentals. There are numerous reports of over priced gas and gas gouging at this station.

National (800) 227-7368 Back to Car Rental Index Back to top

Important National Information: Booking on National's web site will allow you to enter and use multiple discounts. You can enter one Contract ID, such as your TheMouseForLess Emerald Club Membership, and one Coupon Code. Since most codes include blackout dates or apply to specific types of cars, try several different combinations. You will need to continue to step 3 of the online booking proccess to see the discount amount with contract IDs. You can find contract codes for various Airline in our Airlines and Frequent Flyer Programs section. AAA memebers can use Contract ID 6100253.

TheMouseForLess Readers get a Free Emerald Club membership (a value of $50). In addition to special saving coupons upon joining the Emerald Club, members can completely bypass lines and go straight to the garage when picking up a rental car. Just register in advance on National's web site, pick your car upon arrival, and drive to the gate. You will need to show your Emerald Club card, drivers license and any coupons you may have. Click here for more information and here to join. You will need to click the Enroll button to continue your registration. Long lines at OIA can also be bypassed with an advance reservation by using the QuickRent self-serve kiosk located at the airport or checking-in online but coupons can not be used.

In addition to the "on airport" location at OIA, there are 3 Alamo rental locations on Walt Disney World Property, at the Care Care Center near the Magic Kingdom, the Dolphin Resort near the entrance to the Boardwalk Inn and at Buena Vista Palace located near Downtown Disney.

RentalCarMomma gets exclusive additional discounts on many of Nationals current offers. Click here to see RentalCarMomma's exclusive National deals and reserve great rates.

Currently, National has a deal that could save you a bundle if you're traveling to Walt Disney World from the Northeast during the holidays. Take advantage of Alamo's One-Way rentals to Florida good for travel through January 31, 2010. Cars may be rented for as little as $30 per day from Albany, NY, Baltimore, MD, Boston, MA, Buffalo, NY, Hartford, CT, Manchester, NH, Manhattan, NY, Norfolk, VA, Philadelphia, PA, Pittsburgh, PA, Portland, ME, Providence, RI, Richmond, VA, Rochester, NY, Syracuse, NY, Washington-Dulles and Washington-Reagan. Rentals may be kept for up to 21 days. If you compare the price of a rental car for a week in Florida and the high price of airfare, savings can be quite significant by driving one way and flying home. Valid on one-way rentals of Economy through Fullsize cars and Minivans. Must be booked by 12/31/09. Alamo Car Rental is also offering this deal.

No coupon is required with the following:

Receive a free rental day when you rent a Minivan for at least 4 days. Use Coupon Code NF9114ZZN. Blackout dates are 11/23 - 11/27. Valid for pickups until 12/15/09 .
Take $30 off weekly rentals of 5 days or more with a Saturday keep for a Compact through fullsize car, Minivan or SUV. Use Coupon Code NF1982JDD. Valid for pickups through 12/15/09 .
Take $20 off weekend rentals of 3 to 5 days with a Saturday keep for a Compact through Luxury, Minivan or SUV or convertible. Use Coupon Code NF1998JAP. Valid for pickups through 12/15/09.
Take $35 off weekly rates. Use Coupon Code ND1276FDT. Saturday overnight and 5-day minimum required. Valid for pickups by 12/31/09.
Receive a complimentary one car class upgrade on the rental of a Compact through a Standard car. A 5-day maximum rental and Saturday overnight is required. Use Coupon Code ID NU1234NAJ. Valid for pickups by 12/15/09.
Take $15 off weekend rentals of a minium of 3 days for a Compact through Luxury, Minivan or SUV. Use Coupon Code ND35. Rental must be picked up by 12/15/09.

Use Contract IDs 3715444 or NCRLESS to get reduce rates on National rentals. Ongoing magazine promotions.

Use Contract ID 3715761 to get reduce rates on National rentals, LDW insurance, underage fee and free additional driver. Ongoing magazine promotions.

Use Contract ID 3715444 to get reduce rates on National rentals and free additional driver. Ongoing magazine promotions.

Check National's last minute Specials to Go page; there are often specials for Orlando International Airport.

Walmart codes anyone can use are Contract ID 5000304 for 20% off rentals. You also might try Contract ID 5504966.

Rent from Priceline for rates as low as $14 per day or less.

Visa and Mastercard cardholders should click on the specific links for some great National coupons and discounts. You must use the specified card to reserve and pay for your rental

If you are a member of BJ's Discount Club or Costco see our "Discount Clubs and Cards" section below for some great coupons plus an extra discount.

The 2010 Entertainment Book as many coupons for National. Click here for more info and a great discount on purchasing the Entertainment Book.

Visit our Car Rental Discounts for Groups for many more Nation discounts, particularly AARP and United FF program.

Thrifty (800) 847-4389 Back to Car Rental Index Back to top

Important Thrifty Information: Thrifty tends to offer many discount offers for Florida locations. Join Thrifty's Blue Chip Express frequent-renter program and you will be able to pre-register your personal information to decrease airport rental delays and use Thrifty's Blue Chip Express line. You will also qualify for special promotions such as 50% of on counter upgrades and a free rental day after so may rental days. Thrifty has an "off-airport" location at OIA, and you will need to take a shuttle from the airport. There is also a Thrifty rental location at the Radisson Resort Orlando-Celebration. Thrifty also claims that if you find a better Thrifty rate anywhere other than at Thrifty.com, and they’ll not only match it, we’ll give you a 10% discount, too.

With Thrifty's Wild Car program, you'll get a Mid-size car or larger vehicle at a rate that is lower than a Mid-size car. When you arrive to pick up your car, they will pick the vehicle for you. Quite often the vehicle they pick is a mini-van. Essentially, this is a free upgrade to a car that uses more gas and for which they may be having trouble renting. If you want something larger at a good rate, you can get a Wild car by selecting Wild as your car class on Thrifty's web site.

Thrifty offers RentalCarMomma exclusive discount rates on rentals. Click here to get an automatic discount on your Thrifty rental car or to see what's available.

Florida Specials

Magicard Corporate Code 004M001010 gets good rates in Florida and waves many fees including additional driver. This may be one of the best coporate rates available. You must download and take your Magicard with you if you book this rate.

The I Love Orlando has partnered with Thrifty Rental Car to offer a special discount to Florida travelers. Use promo code LOVE.

Nationwide Specials

Rent a Minivan for $39.00/day or $229.00/week at Los Angeles airport (LAX) location. Offer available for pick up through 12/15/09. Not available November 24-28. Use promo code 9LAMV. 24 hour advanced reservations are required when reserving online

Rent our Full-size Van for $79.00/dy, $499.00/wk in Los Angeles & Las Vegas. Offer available through 12/15/09. Use promo code 9LAFV. Weekly rates require a 5-day minimum. Holiday and other blackout periods apply. 24-hour advance reservation required when reserving online.

Get a 5% discount ull-size, Premium or Luxury car when you rent for five days or more at participating locations nationwide. Offer available through 12/10/09. Use promo code EMFPL. 24-hour advance reservation required when reserving online.

Get a 5% discount a Mid-size SUV at participating locations nationwide. Offer available through 11/30/09. Use promo code 9IFAR. Not available November 23-27. 24-hour advance reservation required when reserving online.

Print this coupon for one day free GPS rental from Thrifty or Dollar car rental. The coupon must be surrendered at time of rental and can not be used in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. Expires 12/31/09.

Print this coupon for a free upgrade and present at the rental counter to redeem. Print Coupon. Expires 12/31/09.

Various Thrifty promotion codes to try are:

AU11 for 5% off any rental. Ongoing promotion for pickups until 12/15/09.
Senior Citizens can use SNRS for 5% off any rental. No expiration date.
Corporate Code 0010228607 waives fees for underage drivers and extra drivers.

Walmart codes anyone can use are code 9711 for 10% off rentals. You also might try code WMRT.

American Express cardholders should click this link for Thrifty coupons or discounts. You must use your Amex card to reserve and pay for your rental.

Southwest Rapid Rewards is free to join, and offers a 10% discount on Thrifty rentals of an economy through full-size car until 12/15/09. Click here for more info and codes.

Rent from Priceline for rates as low as $14 per day or less.

Visit our Car Rental Discounts for Groups for other Thrifty discounts.

TheMouseForLess Tip: For great advice on Thrifty rentals, visit this thread in the flyertalk forums.

Car Rental Discounts and Codes for Special Groups

Exclusive The Mouse For Less Discounts and Benefits

TheMouseForLess has negotiated exclusive offers through corporate accounts for some of the leading car rental companies. Benefits vary by company but can include bypassing the counter, free rental days, waver of fees or other special discounts. Corporate accounts available to members are:

Visit our Group Benefits Page for details. You must be a member of TheMouseForLess Group to receive these offers and discounts.

Members of TheMouseForLess Group can receive up to 25% discount with unlimited mileage on Budget car rentals, 15% off on Avis and discounts on Dollar & Thrifty through corporate club offers. You must be a member of TheMouseForLess Group to recieve these discounts. MFL members can click here for more information.

Reward Cards and Programs Back to Car Rental Index Back to top

Coca-Cola's Rewards Program offers points for entering codes found on specially-marked My Coke Rewards Coca-Cola products including Coke, Diet Coke, Powerade, Sprite, VAULT, Fanta, Fresca, Dasani, and Minute Maid. At the current time, there are several offers for rental cars.

Rent an Avis car for a minimum of three consecutive days including a Saturday night and receive the third day Free. Rental must begin by 12/31/09. Requires 500 Coke Reward Points.
Get a one day Free rental certificate for an Avis mid-sized car rental car. Rental must begin by 12/31/09. Requires 2480 Coke Reward Points.
Get a single upgrade coupon good for any Avis car rental. Rental must begin by 12/31/09. Requires 50 Coke Reward Points.
Get $25 off a Budget car rental. Requires 720 Coke Reward Points. No expiration date.

Borders Rewards Perks is a discount club that is Free to sign up for and offers discounts on National, Avis, Hertz & Alamo car rentals. Sign up for Border Rewards and check details online. Offers change often.

Sign up for National City's Reward Program and earn points for your day-to-day banking, like writing checks, paying bills online, and using your debit card. It's free to join and $100 Avis car rental certificates can be earned for 40,000 points and $25 certificates for 11,000 points.

Hilton HHonors is free to join and reward points earned from hotel stays can be redeemed for Alamo, Avis, Budget, National and Thrifty car rentals.

Choice Hotels rewards program, Choice Priveleges, is free to join and points can be earned for Enterprise car rentals. You can also earn Choice Priveleges points for renting from Avis (25% off with AWD #W661100) and Budget (20% off with BCD #Z959200) as well as get a nice discount on rentals. See Avis and Budget rental information above for more info on these savings.

Starwood Hotels reward program is also free to join and offers a $50 off coupon for Avis car rentals for 3500 Starpoints. Click here to join Starwoods Perferred Guest program.

Marriott Hotel's reward program allows points to be redeemed for Hertz rental cars. It's free to join. To see a list of Hertz options click here.

Wyndham Rewards members can cash in points earned for stays for rental car days from Avis and Budget. See our Budget rental car section for a deal that requires no points. To see a list of options click here.

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Organizations, government agencies, military (a complete list of discounts), non-profit groups and companies of one hundred employees or larger often qualify for car rental discounts or free options. Many unions also offer car rental discounts. Check to see if your union does at UnionPlus.org. It's worth checking with employer benefit offices, and group web sites to see if special car rental discounts apply.

Military can get $25 off and a free upgrade on Avis car rentals. Use the military benefit link above for this discount. Rental must end by 12/31/09.

For Alamo rentals, active miltary can use M1 and retired military can use RM for a 5% discount that includes a free extra driver.

USSA members can save up to 25% with Avis or Hertz and up to 20% with Budget. Military should click here for more info.

Union Plus members can save up to 25% on rentals from Avis, Budget and Hertz, plus get a varity of discount coupons.

AMSA members receive great deals when renting from Alamo, including year-round discounts of up to 20% off. Request ID Number AMSA at the time of reservation. When renting from National, AMSA members get special offers including a free day.

Credit Cards and Insurance Providers Back to Car Rental Index Back to top

Major credit cards, such as Mastercard, Visa, American Express and Insurance groups like GEICO and All State also provide discounts to card and policy holders. Check the web sites of banks and card brands to locate discounts. Some credit cards companies also offer trailer and locksmith services for free that would apply when renting a car. When using any of the credit card offers below, you must reserve and pay for your rental with the specified card.

Mastercard

Receive up to 20% off your next Alamo rental. For additional savings, choose either a One Complimentary Day coupon on a 5-day rental or a One Car Class Upgrade Coupon. Use Contract ID #7013993 and Coupon Code AU1787JDK for an upgrade or AF2604JDN for a free day. 24-Hour advance reservation required. Present your MasterCard card at time of rental. Valid for rentals thru 12/31/09.

Use your MasterCard card and receive up to 20% off PLUS a single car upgrade on your next Avis rental. Upgrade is on an intermediate (group C) through a full-size four-door (group E) car. Maximum upgrade to premium (group G). Offer valid on daily, weekend, weekly and monthly rates. Mention coupon UUWA008 and AWD G421700 when making your reservation. Rental must begin by 6/30/2010.

Use your MasterCard card and you can receive $20 off your next weekend rental with Budget. Valid at participating Budget locations in the contiguous U.S. on an intermediate (group C) through a full-size four-door (group E) car. mention coupon MUTZ002 when making your next reservation. Rental must begin by 12/31/2010.

Use your MasterCard card to receive an additional 10% off when you rent a Hertz car with CPD# 587954. Get a free Hertz upgrade when reserving a compact through full-size by using PC #999552 in US and Canada. Offer valid thru 12/31/09.

Use your MasterCard card to receive up to 20% off when you rent a National car. Plus, get a coupon for either one complimentary weekend day or $15 off a weekly rental. Request Contract ID 5009781 and One Complimentary Weekend Day Coupon ID NF3041JDT or $15 off a Weekly Rental Coupon ID ND1468DDA. Offer valid thru 12/31/09. Click here to reserve.

Use your Premium MasterCard card to receive up to 20% off when you rent a National car with a 5 day minimum rental. Plus, get a coupon for either one complimentary day or an upgrade. Request Contract ID 5026890 and Coupon ID NF2583JDY for free day and D NU22106JDN for upgrade. Offer valid thru 12/31/09. Click here to reserve.

American Express

When reserving a rental car with an American Express card, you'll get 10% off at Enterprise, Thrifty and Dollar car rentals with promo code AX10. Valid through 1/31/10. Canadians can get 15% off Enterprise and Thrifty rentals using promo code AXCN. Offer subject to blackouts periods: OCT 6-11, NOV 25-26, DEC 16-Jan 1, 2010.

Alamo offers $15 off on a compact through full-size car rental 3 days or longer when booked online. Book your car for pick-up by 12/31/09.

Alamo offers 10% off and a $25 Reward Card when you pre-pay with your American Express card online. Present the same American Express Card used to pre-pay, along with your driver's license, at the time of rental. A 3-day minimum rental is required to receive the American Express®-branded reward card. Offer subject to change without notice.

Avis offers up to 25% on Neighborhood Rentals plus get a $25 American Express Branded Rewards Card. Use AWD D837200. Reserve online. Expires 12/31/09.

Budget offers a free upgrade on Intermediate through Full-size cars with BCD code UUEZ002. Expires 12/31/09.

Hertz offers $35 off weekly rates for an Economy or larger vehicle when booked online. Advance reservation and minimum 5-day rental period are required. Rental must begin by 9/30/09.

VISA

Visa card holders can get various discount coupons on Alamo, Avis, Budget, National and Hertz. It is suggested that coupons for all Visa offers be printed and taken with you. Current deals using the above link include:

Rent an Alamo car using your Visa card and save up to 20% and get a FREE day when reserving a compact through full-size vehicle for a minimum of 5 days. Reserve online using Contract ID 7014615 and Coupon Code AF3475JDG at time of reservation. Save up to 20% and receive $25 off when reserving a specialty vehicle - convertible, minivan or SUV - in the United States when you pay with your Visa card. Request Contract ID 7014615 and Coupon Code AD63514DS at time of reservation. Coupons must be presented at the time of rental. Coupons Expire 2/28/10.
Avis offers one free day of time-and-mileage on a weekly rental of at least five consecutive days. Offer applies to intermediate (Group C) through full-size four-door (Group E) cars. A Saturday night keep is required. Use coupon TUCA044. Reserve online. Expires 12/31/09.
Rent a Budget car using your Visa card and get a free upgrade using UUCZ010 when calling or in the "Optional Offer Code" field during the online reservation. Expires 2/28/10.
Rent a Hertz car using your Visa card and save up to $15 when making a weekly or weekend rental reservation of any car class. Save $5 per day, up to a total discount of $15. Reserve online or by calling using Add your Hertz Discount CDP# 1244810 along with PC# 111311 at time of reservation. Expires 2/28/10.
Save up to 20% on a National compact through fullsize car and receive a FREE Day. Requires a 3-day minimum (5-day maximum) rental with a Saturday overnight keep. Use Coupon ID NF4182JDK and Contract ID 5028055. You must pay with your Visa® card to receive this offer. 24-Hour advance reservation required. Offer valid in the US and Canda until 2/28/2010.
Save up to 20% on National compact through fullsize 2-door car and receive a FREE Upgrade. Request Contract ID 5028055 and Coupon Code NU22872JDY. You must pay with your Visa® card to receive this offer. 24-Hour advance reservation required. Offer valid in the US and Canda until 2/28/2010.
Rent an Avis car using your Visa card and get a Free day on a weekly rental (5 days or more) with coupon code # TUCA044. Requires a Saturday night keep on an intermediate (group C) through full-size four door (group E) car. Call 1-800-831-8000 or book online. Expires 10/31/09.

Discover Card

Get up to 25% off Avis rentals plus a free upgrade with AWD Q336600 and coupon code UUCA016. Pickup by 12/31/09.

Get up to 25% off Avis rentals plus a free day on weekly with AWD Q336600 and coupon code TUCA046. Pickup by 12/31/09.

Get up to 25% off plus a FREE day on Budget rentals with BCD code TUCZ038. For 25% off plus a free upgrade use BCD code S232000. Expires 12/31/09.

All State Insurance
Members can get 10% off on Enterprise car rental rates until 12/31/09 using coupon code ALSTEND for daily rates and ALSTENW for weekly rates.

State Visitors Bureaus Back to Car Rental Index Back to top

Orlando MagicCard offers a 10% discount off Florida Dollar Rent A Car rates when using Corporate Discount (CD) number oi1054. Also try Magicard Cooperate Discount number 004M001010 when renting a Thrifty rental car in Florida to waive various fees. Click here to get a Magicard. Good until 5/31/10.

The Kissimmee/St. Cloud Convention & Visitors Bureau has partnered with Dollar Rental Car to offer reduced rates. A limited number of vehicles are available at this promotional rate at participating Florida locations. Use promo code KISS2.

From the Kissimmee Book of Dreams, use promo code BOD to get a discounted rate on Dollar Rental Car at participating Florida locations. To order this free publication, click here.

The Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau has partnered with Dollar Rental Car to offer reduced rates. A limited number of vehicles are available at this promotional rate at participating Florida locations. Use promo code OCVB.

The I Love Orlando has partnered with Thrifty Rental Car to offer a special discount to Florida travelers. Use promo code LOVE.

Discount Clubs and Cards Back to Car Rental Index Back to top

TheMouseForLess web site visitors can get any edition of 2010 Entertainment at $5 off, plus get Free shipping. The 2010 edition is valid now through November 1, 2010. To see the Orlando edition, simply click on the link above and enter "Orlando, FL" in the Preview box. All editions include multiple car rental discount coupons good for Orlando car rental companies and online coupons that can be printed immediately upon purchase. Discounts coupons available in 2010 editions good through 6/30/11 include:

Alamo Car Rental: Reserve a convertible, minivan or SUV and get $25 off your rental. Valid for a rental of at least 3 days. $20 off on compact rental of at least 4 days; 1 free day on Compact or larger rental of 5 days with an Saturday night keep; $15 off a 3 day rental or longer on a Compact or larger with Saturday night keep; plus offers for additional discounts and free weekend day.
Avis:Reserve a convertible, minivan or Premium or Full-size SUV for 5 days or longer and get $40 off; Reserve an Intermediate car or above for 10 days or longer and get $40 off your rental; Get $30 off a Premium car or above and $25 off an Intermediate or above when you rent for 5 days; Rent an Intermediate for three or more consecutive days and get a weekend day free: ; plus upgrade offer and others.
Budget: $40 off a weekly rental on luxury and premium vehicles, SUVs, minivans and convertibles. $35 off on 10-day or longer rentals of Compacts and above; $25 off rentals of 5 days or longer on Premium or above vehicles; $20 off on 5-day rentals of Compacts and above; plus offers for free weekend day on 3 day rentals and others.
Enterprise: 10% off daily rates; 10% off weekly rates plus one free weekend day or a Full-size or smaller rental of 3 days; plus other offers.
Hertz: $30 off weekly rentals for "Fun & Green" vehicles; $25 off weekly rentals on Premium vehicles or higher; $20 off on weekly rentals of any type; $5 a Day On weekend rentals of any car class; plus other offers
National (6 total): $40 off weekly rentals of 10 days or longer; $20 of weekend and weekly rates on Compacts or larger; Free day or weekend and weekly rentals on all class vehichles; 2 class upgrade compact through midsize car; and other offers.

Costco, Sam's Club and other discount warehouse clubs offer car rental discounts on Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz and National to members and in some cases include extra benefits such as a free extra driver. Visit their web sites links for more information on car rental discounts.

Walmart.com is no longer offering customers the ability to book travel reservations online. Still, there are Wal-Mart codes still in existence that anyone can use. There is no telling how long these codes will last, so it's best to call a head and inquire if your Walmart code will be honored if you use one:

National: 20% discount plus unlimited mileage! Mention rate code ID # 5000304. Also try rate code ID # 5504966for a discounted rate.
Alamo: 20% off; Mention rate code ID # 430710. Also try ID# code 428448 for a discounted rate.
Avis: Up to 20% off; Mention AWD code B021615. Also try AWD code B021600 for a discounted rate.
Budget: Up to 25% off; Mention rate code BCD code W810011. Also try BCD code W810000 for a discounted rate.
Thrifty: Get 10% off; Mention promo code 9711. Also try promo code WMRT for a discounted rate.

BJs Discount Club has member coupons online that give cash off, free days and upgrades in addition to member discounts. Coupons are available for Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, and National. Most expire 12/31/09.

Costco Discount Club has member coupons online that give cash off, free days and upgrades in addition to member discounts. Coupons are available for Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National. Most expire 12/31/09.

Sam's Club has the following discounts available to members:

Avis: Get up to 40% off daily, weekend and weekly rentals. Call 800-926-2847 and mention AWD B935299. Discount valid on rentals checked out no later than 3/31/10.
Avis: Get one free day of GPS with a 2-day weekend rental at a participating airport location, plus get up to 25% off per day. Call 800-926-2847 and mention AWD B935200 with Coupon# MUGA142. Valid on rentals checked out no later than 12/31/09.
Budget: Get up to 50% off daily, weekend and weekly rentals. Call 800-455-2848 and mention BCD W810199. Discount valid on rentals checked out no later than 3/31/10.
Budget: Rent a Compact through Full-size four door car for a minimum of 3 days, including a Saturday night, and Sunday is free. Call 800-455-2848 and mention BCD W810100 with Coupon# TUFZ007. Valid on rentals checked out no later than 12/31/09.

Seniors and AARP Members Back to Car Rental Index Back to top

Card carrying AARP members are entitled to rental discounts for several major rental companies. Check AARP's Car Rental Page for the latest discounts and codes. A few we found were up to 25% off Avis Rental Car (AWD# A359807) and Alamo Rental Car (ID# 7013463), up to 20% on Budget (BCD# Y508501), up to 25% on Hertz (ID# 50075), and up to 20% on National (ID#6100120). Discounts of 5% on Enterprise are also available here.

AAA Members Back to Car Rental Index Back to top

AAA members can get great rates on Hertz rental cars. Coupons for various Hertz discounts can be found on the AAA web site and used on Hetz's web site. Scoll the entire page as coupons are for various expiration dates. Additionally, AAA members can also get a free car seat with a Hertz rental car. Enter the AAA Club Code in the CDP box or call Hertz directly and inquire about Hertz discounts.

Airlines and Frequent Flyer Programs Back to Car Rental Index Back to top

Most FF Programs are Free to join and some offered car rental discounts can be quite good. It might be worth joining a few of the ones mentioned below.

Airline FF discounts codes for National car rentals include:

AirTran Airlines FF Members: Use code 6600422
American Airlines FF Members: Use code 5036929 for up to 50% off
Akaska Airlines discount FF Members: Use code 5004076
Continental Airlines FF Members: Use code 5007160
Delta Airlines FF Members: Use code 5000302
Northwest Airlines FF Members: Use code 5037153
United Airlines FF Members: Use code 2700075

Get Southwest Rapids Rewards discounts and points on car rentals when including the codes below in the Corporate ID/Rate" field on southwest.com AND providing your Rapid Rewards account number at the time of rental. Can be combined with coupon codes.

Alamo: Use code 7014713 and earn triple credit on a midsize or larger rental for three or more days and and save up to 30%. Valid until 12/31/09. Click here for more info.
Avis: Use AWD# K024714 and earn double credit on any car rental for three or more days and and save up to 40%. Valid until 12/31/09. Click here for more info.
Budget: Use BCD code U072732 for up to 40% on Any Rental and Earn DOUBLE credit. Valid thru 12/31/09 on rentals of three or more days. When booking on southwest.com, enter MUAZ022 in the Promotion Code field to receive double credit in addition to up to 40% off of your rental. Click here for more info.
Dollar: Use code U072732 and earn double credit on any car rental for three or more days and and save up to 40%. Valid until 12/31/09. Click here for more info.
Dollar: Save 10% on rentals of an economy through full-size car. Valid at participating Dollar Airport locations. This offer is valid on rentals through 12/15/09. Available only on southwest.com. Click here for more info or to reserve.
Hertz: Save $10 per day and earn double Rapid Rewards credit on qualifying weekend rentals of one day or more. Valid until 12/31/09. Available only on southwest.com. Click here for more info or to reserve.
Hertz: Save up to 20% off daily rentals with CDP# 205418 and PC# 123841. Get Rapid Rewards discount plus $35 off on weekly rentals with CDP# 205418 and PC# 129754. Both offers are valid until 12/31/09 and give Double Rewards credits.
Thrifty: Save 10% on rentals of an economy through full-size car at Thrifty Car Rental, time and mileage charges only. Valid for pickups until 12/15/09. Available only on southwest.com. Click here for more info or to reserve.

Save up to 25% on Alamo rentals and earn triple American Airlines AAdvantage Miles everyday (100 bonus miles plus 50 base miles) with no minimum rental on a Compact or larger vehicle. Plus, Save $15 on any car rental of three days or more in the United States. Request Contract ID 7014699 to receive discount and miles and Coupon Code AD8814DDG to receive the $15 off. Offer valid through 12/31/09. Availability is limited. Subject to change without notice. Blackout dates may apply.

Rent a compact through full-size car for 3 days, including one Saturday, at any participating National location in the United States and receive 500 United Airlines "Mileage Plus" bonus miles and One Free Weekend Day. Plus, save up to 20% when you rent from National. Be sure to request Contract ID 5026050 and Coupon ID NF3439JDR at time of reservation.

Thrifty car rental has partnered with many airlines such Alaskan, American, Continental, Delta, Southwest, United and US Airways to offer triple and quadruple air miles when booking certain car rental deals. Consult Thrifty's official web site for details. Be aware that some car rental companies charge a small fee when Frequent Flyers miles are requested with a rental.

Other Helpful Information

Airport - Walt Disney World Resort Routes
Know your route a head of time and have change ready for toll booths. Almost any route taken to Walt Disney World will encounter toll roads in the Orlando area. Walt Disney World property is conveniently located off of all major roadways including Interstate 4 (exit #68), SR-417 (Greenway), and US-192 (Irlo Bronson Highway / Vine Street)

Use this handy toll calculator to calculate tolls along your route

The shortest route coming from Orlando International Airport to take the airport's North Exit to Route 528 (Beeline Expressway) heading west toward Tampa. Take I-4 West to the Walt Disney World exits. There are two tolls on Route 528, $0.75 & $0.50. It is not recommended that first time drivers to the Orlando area use this route. Click here for pictorial snapshots of this route.

The least congested route coming from Orlando International Airport is to take the airport's South Exit to Central Florida Greeneway (SR417). Take State Road 417 south to Osceola Parkway (Exit 3). Turn right on Osceola Parkway heading west to Walt Disney World exits. There are 3 tolls from Orlando International Airport taking SR417 to Walt Disney World equaling $3.00 (2 x $1.25); the third is at an exact change booth requiring 50¢. While this route is a longer drive, it could save time if driving during peak traffic hours. Click here for pictorial snapshots of this route.

Driving from Sanford Airport, take Lake Mary Blvd west to SR417 South. There are 5 tolls on this road equaling $5.50. Signs for Walt Disney World can be seen at exit 6. Continue on SR417 to exit 3 (Osceola Parkway West). There will be a 50¢ toll. Turn right at off-ramp to Walt Disney World exits. Click here for pictorial snapshots of this route.

Orlando Airport - Seaworld or Universal Orlando Resort Route
Take the airport's North Exit to Route 528 (Beeline Expressway) heading west (Exit 1B) to International Drive (two 75¢ tolls). Exit at SeaWorld for the International Drive area. At International Drive the right (slow) lane has two branches - right goes to the main part of I-Drive and the left lane takes you to South International Drive towards Sea World area Hotels. If going to Universal Studios area, stay on the Beeline to I-4 and head east for Universal Studios and downtown Orlando.

Gas: Anyone who has filled the tank of a rental car at the station located just outside the car rental zone of a major airport knows that you pay top dollar for gas. These stations realize they are your last chance in a rush to make flights and take advantage of the situation through price-gouging. Most companies require only that you bring the car back with the gas tank on full. TheMouseForLess veterans have reported using the Hess gas stations located on WDW property to fill their tanks before returning to the airport with no problems. One Hess station is located at the Car Care Center on World Drive near the exit of the Magic Kingdom parking lot, another at Downtown Disney across from Pleasure Island, and another in the area of Disney's Hollywood Studios just before the Boardwalk Inn entrance. Hess gas stations offer very competitive gas rates with Disney veterans reporting getting excellent prices. Hess stations are open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.

Groceries & Supplies: A Wal-Mart SuperCenter is located at 1471 East Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee. This location is accessible coming from the Orlando International Airport via the Greeneway (417). From 417, take exit 14 south to Osceola Parkway. On Osceola Parkway turn right. Wal-Mart will be located on the left. Returning to Walt Disney World from Wal-Mart, head west on Osceola Parkway and continue to Walt Disney World exits. For more information concerning groceries and alternative routes in the Orlando area, click here.

Everything Else About Driving: For information on saving money on gas, Florida driving laws, Walt Disney World parking, Walt Disney World road maps and exits, and other issues relating to driving visit our Transportation Driving Page.

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