{"id":49161,"date":"2026-04-13T03:47:20","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T03:47:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/?p=49161"},"modified":"2026-04-13T03:47:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T03:47:20","slug":"costco-travel-perks-that-could-save-you-hundreds-on-your-next-trip-this-spring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/?p=49161","title":{"rendered":"Costco travel perks that could save you hundreds on your next trip this spring"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<aside class=\"single__inline-module alignleft wp-block-nypost-editor-partner-article-links\">\n<\/aside>\n<p>Costco members may have access to added travel savings in 2026, as the retailer expands\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/shopping\/best-travel-deals\/\">travel perks<\/a>\u00a0tied to its booking platform.<\/p>\n<p>For travelers looking to cut costs, these features may help cut expenses on hotels, rental cars and other parts of a trip.<\/p>\n<p>One option is Costco Travel\u2019s\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2026\/02\/13\/lifestyle\/watch-out-for-5-hidden-hotel-fees-as-nyc-puts-ban-on-junk-charges\/\">bundled hotel pricing<\/a>, which can reduce the cost of longer stays.<\/p>\n<p>The company\u2019s \u201cMore Stay, Less Pay\u201d deals allow travelers to book longer stays at a reduced rate, such as staying five nights while paying for four, according to the company\u2019s website. Pricing also generally includes mandatory fees upfront, which can help avoid unexpected charges during checkout.<\/p>\n<p>Some travel packages also include <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2026\/04\/01\/lifestyle\/costco-shoppers-furious-over-15-strawberries-cream-dessert\/\">Digital Costco Shop Cards<\/a>, which are issued by email after a trip begins or is completed, depending on the booking.<\/p>\n<p>These electronic gift cards can be used for purchases on Costco\u2019s website or at warehouse locations, Costco noted. The credits may help offset future expenses such as groceries or other everyday items.<\/p>\n<p>Rental car bookings\u00a0through the platform may also offer another way to save.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><button class=\"button button--modal-trigger\" aria-label=\"Open the image in a modal.\" data-modal-image=\"39068681\"><br \/>\n\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"icon-plus\" fill=\"#fff\" viewbox=\"0 0 1033 1000\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\"><path d=\"M380 364V0h273v355h380v290H653v355H380V645H0V355h380v9z\"\/><\/svg><br \/>\n<\/button><br \/>\n<figcaption>Costco is expanding travel perks for members in 2026, offering new ways to save on trips. <span class=\"credit\">UCG\/Universal Images Group via Getty Images<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In some cases, additional driver fees are waived through select providers, which can otherwise add to the overall cost of a trip.<\/p>\n<p>Fox News Digital previously reported that Costco Travel has gained traction among\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2025\/06\/27\/lifestyle\/destination-dupes-are-this-summers-hottest-low-budget-travel-hack\/\">budget-conscious travelers\u00a0<\/a>looking to maximize savings.<\/p>\n<p>The service allows members to book\u00a0vacation packages, cruises\u00a0and rental cars through select partners, often bundling additional perks into the overall price.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThey use a portion of the commission they would normally earn and turn it back into benefits or incentives for the person booking the trip,\u201d travel expert Bobby Laurie told Fox News Digital.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><button class=\"button button--modal-trigger\" aria-label=\"Open the image in a modal.\" data-modal-image=\"39068684\"><br \/>\n\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"icon-plus\" fill=\"#fff\" viewbox=\"0 0 1033 1000\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\"><path d=\"M380 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https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/04\/costco-wholesale-store-south-san-124897172_be229e.jpg?resize=50,28&amp;quality=75&amp;strip=all 50w, https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/04\/costco-wholesale-store-south-san-124897172_be229e.jpg?resize=150,84&amp;quality=75&amp;strip=all 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><figcaption>Perks include \u201cMore Stay, Less Pay\u201d hotel deals, Digital Shop Cards and waived rental car fees. <span class=\"credit\">Sundry Photography \u2013 stock.adobe.com<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Posts on online forums such as Reddit suggest many travelers have had\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2026\/04\/01\/lifestyle\/costcos-new-bourbon-is-inspired-by-a-1-50-fan-fave-treat\/\">positive experiences\u00a0with Costco<\/a> Travel, particularly when it comes to customer service and rental car pricing.<\/p>\n<p>One user described the service as \u201chard to beat.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>However, the platform may not work for everyone.<\/p>\n<p>Costco Travel requires a membership to book, and its offerings are more limited compared to larger online travel agencies. Travelers looking for highly customized trips or boutique accommodations may find fewer options.<\/p>\n<p>Fox News Digital reached out to Costco for comment.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2026\/04\/12\/lifestyle\/costco-travel-perks-that-could-save-you-hundreds-on-your-next-trip-this-spring\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Costco members may have access to added travel savings in 2026, as the retailer expands\u00a0travel perks\u00a0tied to its booking platform. 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