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How to Save Money on Clothes and Travel with an AAA Membership

by Gayle Crabtree, Staff Writer

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 Let’s face it. At one time or another we’ll be in need of a tow. Or, we’ll be distracted and find ourselves on the outside of the car while our keys are safely locked inside the vehicle. For these moments, nothing beats an AAA membership. But did you know that the AAA membership is packed with money saving power? The membership may not only pay for itself but help you rake in big savings on everyday items. In this time of budget crunching who doesn’t need to save money?

From talking with our local AAA membership office in East Tennessee I found out about the following benefits. Different AAA locations will offer a different set of perks. In general, here are the type of money saving discounts that may be offered.

AAA Membership Money Saving Discounts #1

Save on shoes and clothes. When you buy online from stores like the American Clothing Company, Kmart, Kohl’s be sure to go through the link on the AAA website. Type in your membership number during the checkout process to enjoy special savings. Some stores will also allow you to use your AAA membership card and save at their storefront physical location.

AAA Membership Money Saving Discounts #2

Get discounts of 30% and more on eye exams and glasses. Choose from Sears Optical, Lenscrafters, Pearle Vision, Target Optical and others. The discounts are not always applicable if you have health insurance. If you do not have insurance or if your policy does not cover vision the savings can be substantial.

AAA Membership Money Saving Discounts #3

Show your AAA card and save on UPS shipping. Get 15% off of retail purchases like boxes and shipping supplies. During the holidays and other busy times the savings can really add up.

AAA Membership Money Saving Discounts #4

Movie tickets can be purchased at a discount from the local membership office. These are usually not good for opening weekends. Otherwise, we’ve not found any blackout periods or restrictions that apply.

AAA Membership Money Saving Discounts #5

AAA is famous worldwide for their travel discounts on hotels, motels and rental cars. Generally, you can save anywhere from 10% - 15% with an AAA membership. Some destinations like Walt Disney World offer additional special perks for members.

AAA Membership Money Saving Discounts #6

Automotive services, towing, lock-out services and more are all covered under your membership. Different levels of membership provide different levels of savings. We’ve found that one tow or lockout rescue covered the entire cost of our membership.

In addition to saving money a membership provides peace of mind. In summer of 2009 my car broke down and left me stranded on the roadside over 1,000 miles from home. A simple call to AAA sent a wrecker, helped me find a repair shop, arranged for a motel stay and provided me with discounts to make the sudden expenses more affordable.

If you are looking to save money and get peace of mind an AAA membership may be right for you.

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James Newmeyer  Factoidz Writer - 7 Factoids | + 13 votes

I've been a AAA member for many years and did not know many of the items presented here. Thanks, I will put the info to good use.
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