9 Ways to cut costs on travel using CAA Dollars® (and why you need to start saving them)
You’ve been saving up your CAA Dollars by shopping at various CAA Rewards® partners (from DAVIDsTEAand Sephora to Walmart and Home Hardware), and now you’re unsure of the best way to use them. You can save money on your next trip by using CAA Dollars toward travel expenses.
Imagine jetting off to an exciting destination without breaking the bank. Think of this as cash in your vacation fund, since every CAA Dollar equals one Canadian dollar. From shopping in store for travel accessories to booking flights and hotels, you can cover a variety of trip expenses.
Money isn’t the only thing you’ll be saving because Members have access to experienced travel consultants and exclusive travel-related services. So, say goodbye to the stress of planning every detail and hello to your dream vacation.
Stop daydreaming and start making your bucket list adventures a reality. Here are nine different ways that you can use CAA Dollars to save on travel costs.
Book with a CAA Travel Consultant
Lower the cost of your guided tour or cruise when you book with a CAA Travel Consultant. As one of the largest member-based travel agencies in the world, CAA knows where to find special packages and benefits you can’t book on your own.
CAA Travel Insurance
Protect your trip and save when using your CAA Dollars towards emergency medical, trip cancellation, and interruption insurance. Members save up to 20%1 on CAA Travel Insurance. You can get a quote online or chat with a CAA Travel Consultant for details.
Pre-paid hotel stays
Use your CAA Dollars towards a weekend getaway or long stay when you book a pre-paid hotel. Members also save up to 15%2 on hotel stays and receive exclusive discounts at CAA Preferred Hotel partners like Best Western Hotels & Resorts, Marriott Bonvoy, Hyatt, and Hilton.
Pre-paid car rentals
Hit the road with a little extra cash in your pocket thanks to CAA Travel. Use your CAA Dollars towards your next car rental and you’ll be reimbursed after the trip. Members save 5% or more2 on car rentals with Enterprise, National, and Alamo.
Flights
When you book your flight with a CAA Travel Consultant, you can use your CAA Dollars and save. Whether you’re flying across the globe or within Canada, CAA Travel can help you find a great deal.
Driving to the airport? Members who reserve parking online with Park N’Fly and enter their CAA number will save 10%3 off the online rate.
Luggage
Use your CAA Dollars towards Samsonite luggage sold at CAA Stores in Ottawa, North Bay, Sudbury, and Thunder Bay. Members save up to 20%4 on luggage in-store.
Accessories
You can also use your CAA Dollars to save on select accessories available at CAA Stores – including Tilley® hats! Members save up to 20%4 on in-store accessories.
Passport photos
Lower the cost or get free passport photos from CAA Stores. CAA Everyday and Classic Members only pAy $8.505 for printed passport photos (but it could be free if you use CAA Dollars). As an added benefit, CAA Plus and Premier Members get one free print 5 set per year.
International driving permits
An international driving permit (IDP) is proof that the holder possesses a valid driver's license in their country of residence and is required to rent a car in select countries. IDPs are available exclusively at CAA Stores in Canada and you can use your CAA Dollars towards the purchase.
When you use CAA Dollars for your next vacation on expenses like hotel stays, flights and car rentals, CAA Travel will reimburse you after travel.
Ready to use your CAA Dollars for your next trip? Book an appointment with a CAA Travel Consultant or call 1-800-267-8713 to start planning today.