I’m continually learning new things about this free travel game and discovered an awesome surprise this weekend! One of my least favorite parts of travel is waiting in line for rental cars. Seriously, if I’m traveling for business I have to build in at least 1-2 extra hours when planning client meetings, just for getting my rental car! The lines can be soooo long and the whole process is often just soooo slow. I love when I travel with colleagues of mine who already have a status in place so can walk right past the line and pick up whichever rental car they want.
Alas, I knew this would most likely not happen for me. I easily obtained gold status at Hiltons with my Hilton card, and have status on American Airlines with Aadvantage credit card, but didn’t see me ever renting enough cars in one year to hit a status with a rental car agency. Until I stumbled upon an article that explained that many Elite World MasterCards automatically give you such a status! And I just happen to hold the Barclay World Arrival Elite Mastercard 🙂
I quickly registered my information (it needs to be completed by December 31st of this year) and was immediately sent an email with my status details. I’m not a member of Avis Preferred and the National Emerald Club. Too good to be true? Seems that way right now, but I’m hoping it is. I don’t plan on renting any cars any time soon, but can’t wait to see if this will work when I do. I’ve hit many surprises along the way of learning about free travel and though I’m always skeptical, I have yet to be disappointed. Stay tuned for more information in the future regarding my rental car situation!
For the original blog information that revealed this wonderful secret to me, and to find the links to register yourself, click here.
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