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Drew Blankenship

6 Travel Discounts Older Adults Should Check Before a Fall Trip

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Travelers may qualify for senior savings on trains, hotels, rental cars, national parks, restaurants, and vacation packages. Always compare the senior price with other available rates before booking. DC Studio/Shutterstock

Fall can be one of the best times for older adults to travel, with cooler temperatures, changing leaves, and fewer families tied to summer vacation schedules. But transportation, hotels, rental cars, meals, and attraction fees can quickly turn an affordable getaway into a surprisingly expensive trip. The good news is that senior travel discounts can trim costs in places travelers might not think to ask, sometimes simply by selecting a different rate when booking. Age requirements vary considerably, too, with some benefits beginning at 62, others at 65, and membership-based programs following their own eligibility rules. Before finalizing a fall itinerary, these six discounts are worth checking and comparing against every other available rate.

A “Senior Rate” Isn’t Always the Cheapest Rate

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