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Two Free Days of
Hertz NeverLost®
By T. Foster Jones
AS WE WATCH our budgets and count our
pennies more than ever these days, a vacation
may seem like an unaffordable luxury.
I’d like to put forth the idea that times like
these make a vacation even more important
and necessary. And while we may have to
tweak our concept of what constitutes a vacation to accommodate our pocketbooks, that
doesn’t mean giving up on new, fun and exciting experiences. Exotic isn’t just something
that exists on other shores. There is more
going on in our own backyard than many of
us realize.
Here are some U.S. options to consider
when making your vacation plans.
Home-port cruises. There exist dozens
of cruises from ports of call that are popular
and convenient, such as Baltimore, Boston,
Charleston, Galveston, Miami, Mobile, New
Orleans, Norfolk, San Diego and Seattle, to
name just a few. If you live near a cruise port
you can sail away without the additional
expense of airfare.
Houseboat rentals. Nowadays, houseboats offer practically every amenity you
could want, on some of the most popular and
scenic lakes in the United States. Houseboating
is a fantastic way to unwind with family or
friends while enjoying nature at its most magnificent. Regular houseboaters claim there’s
no better summer experience.
Road trips. For great savings when you
drive and when you arrive, you can’t go wrong
with a good old-fashioned road trip. To save
wear on your own car, choose a rental car
(what’s your pleasure—an economical compact, a functional minivan or a racy convertible?) and hit the road. Plan your route or
destination around hotels that offer incentives or special rates.
Hawaii. Hawaii offers the very best of
both worlds: a tropical South Seas experience
with all the American comforts of home. And
this year, Hawaii is more affordable than ever,
with great deals on airfare and hotels.
Alaska. Not only is Alaska just plain big,
it’s also a terrific deal for summer travel. Great
ways to experience the rugged grandeur of
the 49th state include a cruise, a cruise tour or
a sport-fishing package.
Disneyland® Resort. For everyone from
neighborhood kids to professional athletes,
Disneyland is the iconic symbol of the great
American vacation. If you haven’t visited the
park in years, you’ll want to revisit the classic
attractions. If you’ve been recently, you know
that the thrills, sights and sounds just keep
getting better and better.
Florida theme-park vacations. Orlando
offers fun and value for the whole family.
Packages include spacious suites at the beautiful Sheraton Vistana Villages, just minutes
away from all the exciting attractions.
Escorted vacations. Adventures by
Disney and Trafalgar offer superb fully
escorted vacations at some of America’s most
historic destinations. With an escorted vacation, all of the details are taken care of by a
professional tour manager, so all you need to
do is sit back, relax and enjoy the experience.
Desert resorts and Las Vegas. The
summer sizzles in these glittering, fun-filled
playgrounds. Try your luck in a casino, shop
till you drop, lounge by the pool, indulge in a
spa or golf the day away at some of the most
popular resorts Southern California, Arizona
and Nevada have to offer.
The summer days are long, the value is
great and the American vacation spirit is alive
and well. Be a part of it by making your next
vacation an all-American vacation! C
Drive with confidence no matter where
you are with two free days of Hertz
NeverLost® on your minimum three-day
rental. Mention this offer PC# 106282 and
your Hertz CDP# 336436 when reserving
your NeverLost-equipped vehicle. At
the time of rental present your Costco
membership card for identification. You’ll
enjoy your Costco member discount, too!
Book online at Costco.com
or call Costco Travel toll free
at 1-877-849-2730.
The Costco Connection
Costco Travel offers a variety of close-to-home options, including all of the vacation
choices mentioned here, with exceptional
member value. For more information, call
toll-free at 1-877-849-2730 or visit Costco.
com and click on “Travel.”
Terms and Conditions:
Advance reservations required. Subject to availability of NeverLost-
equipped vehicles, this offer is redeemable at participating Hertz
locations in the U.S. and Canada. The free day value is deducted from
the NeverLost rental fee charged. This offer has no cash value, may
not be used with Pre-Pay Rates, Tour Rates or Insurance Replacement
Rates and cannot be combined with any other certificate, voucher, offer
or promotion. Hertz age, driver and credit qualifications for the renting
location apply. Cars must be returned to location of rental. Taxes, tax
reimbursement, age differential charges, fees and optional service
charges, such as refueling, are not included. Discounts apply to time
and mileage charges only. Discounts in local currency on redemption.
Offers valid for vehicle pick-up on or before 12-31-09.
Travel purchases are not included in the Executive Membership 2%
Reward program. Seasonal surcharges, availability, blackout dates
and restrictions might apply. All prices are in U.S. dollars. Costco Travel
disclaims liability for any inaccuracies or typographical errors. Costco
Travel is registered as a seller of travel in each of the states
listed: California registration number: CST 2054248-50 · Florida
registration number: ST 32555 · Hawaii registration number:
TAR 5595 · Iowa registration number: TA 620 · Nevada Seller of
Travel registration number: 2007-0060 · Washington registration
number: WST 602042600. Registration as a California Seller of
Travel does not constitute approval by the state.
