THINKING THRIFTY: Senior Discounts You Don't Want to Miss!

Let's face it, saving money feels good at any age! But did you know there are tons of discounts available specifically for people over 50?

This blog post is your one-stop guide to help you stretch your dollar further and enjoy the perks of experience.

RESTAURANTS

• Applebee's: 15% off w/Golden Apple Card (60+)

• Arby's: 10% off (55 +)

• Ben & Jerry's: 10% off (60+)

• Bennigan's: discount varies by location (60+)

• Bob's Big Boy: discount varies by location (60+)

• Boston Market: 10% off (65+)

• Burger King: 10% off (60+)

• Chick-Fil-A: 10% off or free small drink or coffee ( 55+)

• Chili's: 10% off ( 55+)

• CiCi's Pizza: 10% off (60+)

• Denny's: 10% off, 20% off for AARP members ( 55 +)

• Dunkin' Donuts: 10% off or free coffee ( 55+)

• Einstein's Bagels: 10% off baker's dozen of bagels (60+)

• Fuddruckers: 10% off any senior platter (55+)

• Gatti's Pizza: 10% off (60+)

• Golden Corral: 10% off (60+)

• Hardee's: $0.33 beverages everyday (65+)

• IHOP: 10% off (55+)

• Jack in the Box: up to 20% off (55+)

• KFC: free small drink with any meal (55+)

• Krispy Kreme: 10% off (50+)

• Long John Silver's: various discounts at locations (55+)

• McDonald's: discounts on coffee everyday (55+)

• Mrs. Fields: 10% off at participating locations (60+)

• Shoney's: 10% off

• Sonic: 10% off or free beverage (60+)

• Steak 'n Shake: 10% off every Monday & Tuesday ( 50+)

• Subway: 10% off (60+)

• Sweet Tomatoes: 10% off (62+)

• Taco Bell : 5% off; free beverages for seniors (65+)

• TCBY: 10% off (55+)

• Waffle House: 10% off every Monday (60+)

• Wendy's: 10% off ( 55 +)
  

RETAIL & APPAREL

• Banana Republic: 30% off ( 50 +)

• Bealls: 20% off first Tuesday of each month ( 50 +)

• Belk's: 15% off first Tuesday of every month ( 55 +)

• Big Lots: 30% off

• Bon-Ton Department Stores: 15% off on senior discount days ( 55 +)

• C.J. Banks: 10% off every Wednesday (50+)

• Clarks : 10% off (62+)

• Dress Barn: 20% off ( 55+)

• Goodwill: 10% off one day a week (date varies by location)

• Hallmark: 10% off one day a week (date varies by location)

• Kmart: 40% off (Wednesdays only) (50+)

• Kohl's: 15% off (60+)

• Michael's: 10% off everyday (55+)

• Modell's Sporting Goods: 30% off

• Rite Aid: 10% off on Tuesdays & 10% off prescriptions

• Ross Stores: 10% off every Tuesday ( 55+)

• Salvation Army Thrift Stores: up to 50% off ( 55+)

• Stein Mart: 20% off red dot/clearance items first Monday of every month ( 55 +)
  

GROCERY

• Food Lion: 60% off every Monday (60+)

• Harris Teeter: 5% off every Tuesday (60+)

• Kroger: 10% off (date varies by location)

• Publix: 15% off every Wednesday (55 +)
  

TRAVEL

Airlines:

• Alaska Airlines: 50% off (65+)

• American Airlines: various discounts for 50% off non-peak periods (Tuesdays - Thursdays) (62+) and up (call before booking for discount)

• Continental Airlines: no initiation fee for Continental Presidents Club & special fares for select destinations

• Southwest Airlines: various discounts for ages 65 and up (call before booking for discount)

• United Airlines: various discounts for ages 65 and up (call before booking for discount)

• U.S. Airways: various discounts for ages 65 and up (call before booking for discount)

Rail:

• Amtrak: 15% off (62+)

Bus:

• Greyhound: 15% off (62+)

• Trailways Transportation System: various discounts for ages 50+

Car Rental:

• Alamo Car Rental: up to 25% off for AARP members

• Avis: up to 25% off for AARP members

• Budget Rental Cars: 40% off; up to 50% off for AARP members (50+)

• Dollar Rent-A-Car: 10% off ( 50+) Enterprise Rent-A-Car: 5% off for AARP members Hertz: up to 25% off for AARP members

• National Rent-A-Car: up to 30% off for AARP members

Overnight Accommodations:

• Holiday Inn: 20-40% off depending on location (62+)

• Best Western: 40% off (55+)

• Cambria Suites: 20%-30% off (60+)

• Waldorf Astoria - NYC $5,000 off nightly rate for Presidential Suite (55 +)

• Clarion Motels: 20%-30% off (60+)

• Comfort Inn: 20%-30% off (60+)

• Comfort Suites: 20%-30% off (60+)

• Econo Lodge: 40% off (60+)

• Hampton Inns & Suites: 40% off when booked 72 hours in advance

• Hyatt Hotels: 25%-50% off (62+)

• InterContinental Hotels Group: various discounts at all hotels (65+)

• Mainstay Suites: 10% off with Mature Traveler's Discount (50+); 20%-30% off (60+)

• Marriott Hotels: 25% off (62+)

• Motel 6: Stay Free Sunday nights (60+)

• Myrtle Beach Resort: 30% off (55 +)

• Quality Inn: 40%-50% off (60+)

• Rodeway Inn: 20%-30% off (60+)

• Sleep Inn: 40% off (60+)
  

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

• AMC Theaters: up to 30% off ( 55 +)

• Bally Total Fitness: $100 off memberships (62+)

• Busch Gardens Tampa, FL: $13 off one-day tickets ( 50 +)

• Carmike Cinemas: 35% off (65+)

• Cinemark/Century Theaters: up to 35% off

• U.S. National Parks: $10 lifetime pass; 50% off additional services including camping (62+)

• Regal Cinemas: 50% off Ripley's Believe it or Not: @ off one-day ticket ( 55 +)

• SeaWorld, Orlando , FL : $3 off one-day tickets ( 50 +)
  

CELL PHONE DISCOUNTS

• AT&T: Special Senior Nation 200 Plan $19.99/month (65+)

• Jitterbug: $10/month cell phone service ( 50 +)

• Verizon Wireless: Verizon Nationwide 65 Plus Plan $29.99/month (65+).
  

MISCELLANEOUS

• Great Clips: $8 off haircuts (60+)

• Supercuts: $8 off haircuts (60+)
  

Bonus Tip: Always ask if a senior discount is available, even if you don't see it advertised. The worst they can say is no, and the best case scenario is you save some extra money!

For a comprehensive list of senior discounts, including specific restaurants, retailers, travel companies, and entertainment venues, along with age requirements, check out these resources:

• AARP Discounts

• The Senior List

• National Council on Aging
  

Remember: This list is not exhaustive, so keep exploring and ask around. There are likely even more senior discounts available in your community.

Happy Saving!