Take advantage of Club savings and Member tips … and get going! Summer travel is a big part of Club family life. But with the cost of travel, Members might be wondering if they can afford it.
Club Value is Here for You
The Club’s travel deals portal on the Club website offers links to many travel partners that offer discounts. Chances are there are several that work for your schedule; not reviewing those discounts means you could be leaving your hard-earned money on the table.
“The Club has partnered with several discount outlets that give members a good opportunity to research their trips and find the best deal that works for them,” said Mariana Guevara, Club Director of Ticketing and Affinity Programs. “In addition to those travel discounts, the Club offers dining and shopping discounts,” said Lupe Lira, Club Director of Digital Marketing. “You have to eat! If you’re out in a new area and you want to taste new foods, you can take advantage of that with My Club Deals.”
Do Your Own Research
Take the time to check out all the Club travel partners, and do your own research.
“I want to emphasize that – Members should compare the sites so that they get the opportunity to find the best discount,” Lupe said. “Make sure you give yourself time to review our partner sites.”
Dynamic Pricing
Be aware that most travel sites – including Club partners – feature dynamic pricing, meaning pricing can increase at peak times.
“It’s dynamic pricing all around,” Mariana continued. “There are times when discounts might not be as significant as Members might be expecting. It’s the nature of the business. It’s not something that we can control.”
Favorite Deals
“My favorite is CityPASS,” Mariana said. “When I went to Seattle, I used CityPASS. Rather than paying for each individual attraction, we paid one set fee, and we were able to choose five out of nine attractions to visit for a very affordable price per person. That’s through MemberDeals.”
“It’s a great way to explore,” Lupe said. “I used it in New York and Philadelphia.
“I love the discounts to Hop-On Hop-Off buses,” Lupe continued. “Everyone loves the Hop-On Hop-Off bus.”
“We took the nighttime bus in New York,” Mariana said. “It was really cool.”
“There are so many Club discounts on attractions in Orlando,” Lupe continued. “I felt I wasn’t breaking the bank when I went there the last time.”
That brings up Disney. Everyone wants discounts to Disney. Here’s the key:
“Disney doesn’t offer single-day discounts,” Lupe explained. “It offers discounts only on multi-days, starting at two days. The more days you buy, the better the discount. We do offer discounts to Disney multi-days in both Anaheim and Orlando, but not internationally.”
Club Travel Deals Mean Value for Your Family
Club Value enhances the lives of Members and their families.
“The savings matter,” Lupe said. “Members can still find a life and work balance and create core memories with their families. These discounts help create that balance. It gives them something to look forward to when they’re planning their vacations, and giving their kids something they can remember.”
“Our Members work in every part and function of our state, and they need time to spend with their family,” Mariana added. “Club Value gives them a way to do that that’s affordable. It creates those core memories for their family. That’s key.”
So get traveling, Club Members. Let Club Value help you afford it.
How to Access Club Travel Discounts
To start saving money on travel, first go to employeesclub.com, and then sign in using your username and password. (You won’t be able to access the deals without logging in.) Then, use your phone or tablet to scan the QR codes, depending on which discount you want to access.
IMPORTANT: Allocate time to research the many discounts available to you. The Club does not offer concierge services.
Have a question about where to find a specific discount? Just ask: help@employeesclub.com
Have fun!
Travel Tips From Fellow Club Members
Black Morillas
“This past weekend my family and I took a quick trip to the coast and stayed in Ft. Bragg. Not only did we use one of the Club’s multiple travel sites to save more than $100 when booking our room, but when we couldn’t decide on where to eat, we also used the digital Entertainment Book (via the My Club Deals app) to help us decide and ended up saving a whole lot on dinner too! Who doesn’t like having a good time while saving money?”
Emily Zavala
“My husband and I enjoy taking weekend getaways to destinations in and around Southern California, such as Santa Barbara and San Diego. As part of our travels, we often take advantage of the Club’s car rental benefits to save on transportation to our destination. During one trip to San Diego, we also used the Club’s discount to visit the USS Midway Museum (currently unavailable) and to purchase AMC movie tickets to catch a film while we were in town.”
Andrew Virzi Jr.
“We used MemberDeals to buy tickets for our extended family of 17 to go to Orlando. We saved more than $700 on our tickets to Disney World. We bought two-day passes plus the sports (miniature golf) and water park attractions. We visited Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Epcot, and Blizzard Beach Water Park. We had a great six days in Orlando.”
Ryan West
“We use the Club travel benefits before booking anything! We recently used it to buy our Disneyland tickets, to book the hotel we stayed at, and for the movie tickets while we were in the area! We also used the discount code to book a car rental! It once again helped us save a significant amount of money that allowed us to do extra things on our trip! We’re so grateful for our benefits!”
Kenia Alas
“My trip was to El Salvador, and I stayed in a Hilton hotel with my discount from the Employees Club. It was the best deal; before I booked, I checked all the websites, and this was the cheapest.”
Betty Gallegos
“I always wanted to take my kids to Disney on Ice! This Club Membership gave me the opportunity to visit Disney on Ice with my young kids, seeing their faces light up with excitement was the greatest thing to witness. Thanks to the discounted rates I was able to purchase multiple tickets with ease.”
Greg Wilcox
“I got invited to a wedding on Catalina. I looked online and saw the prices for the ferry and groaned. Then I remembered my discounts with the Employees Club, and purchased my tickets through the website. The trip was wonderful and I felt great about the money I saved on the ferry.”
John E. Elefano
“Awesome! We went to San Luis Obispo and Mountain High Resort and saved a bunch on car rental, ski tickets and rentals, lodging and food and even had extra for some souvenirs. Being a Club Member is a great benefit for individuals and families that want extra discounts and incentives, and we were able to use it to rent a car and for movie tickets. Thank you, Club!”
Chermaine Fontenette
“One of my favorite trips using Club benefits was for my birthday, when I booked a package deal through the Club and took my grandkids to SeaWorld. It included the hotel stay, which made everything simple and more affordable. I’ve also used Club discounts for Knott’s Berry Farm and the Aquarium of the Pacific, and the savings on e-tickets are definitely noticeable compared to regular prices. Some of the tickets even include parking, which saves even more money and makes the trip easier.
“The Club travel benefits help me save by offering bundled deals and discounted tickets to places I already enjoy. I’m really grateful because it allows me to spend more time making memories with my grandkids without worrying as much about the cost. My tip is to always check the Club deals first before booking anything; you can usually find a better price, especially on attractions, tickets, and extras like parking.”
Jonathan Luevano
“I visited Catalina Island and purchased our ferry tickets via Club services. I took my fur and feathered baby along with the love of my life. We had a blast playing in the sand, swimming with the Garabaldi and drinking Buffalo Milk [cocktail].”
Amanda Moser
“Because of Club travel benefits, I was able to gift my parents and brother a trip to SoCal for Father’s Day. We met and stayed in Newport Beach using Club hotel benefits and went whale watching using the Club benefits, too. It was so fun and so memorable, and I wouldn’t have been able to swing it without the membership!”
Heather Ramirez
“My family and I have been enjoying the Club’s travel benefits and discounts for nearly 20 years, and they’ve truly enriched our adventures. We’ve loved using the discounted admission to places like SeaWorld, Universal Studios, Six Flags, and the San Diego Zoo, which has helped us create so many great memories. But the benefit we rely on most is the discounted car rentals. Over the years, we’ve rented cars in Hawaii, Pennsylvania, Orlando, South Carolina, Missouri, Tennessee and several other destinations. We’re especially excited for our upcoming trip to Ohio later this year, where we’ll be renting a car to visit Cedar Point and Kings Island—two favorites in the Six Flags family!”
