Wednesday, September 24, 2014

9/24/2014 Military Discounts

(Albuquerque, NM)

As we travel around Albuquerque I took notice of how many business signs tout Military Discount given here.  This is a common sight in most towns that have a military base.  Bob and I make use of these discounts every chance we get.  It’s a businesses way of showing their appreciation of the men and women who have served and who are serving.  In most cases a military ID must be presented.

I have a list that I refer to frequently and thought I’d share it for the military members, retired and present who read here.  If you have a friend who has retired from the service please feel free to share this blog post with them.
 
Two important caveats. First, some stores offer discounts only at the owner's discretion and other discounts vary by state. Second, many stores that give a military discount don't advertise it. It is always worth asking a store whether they have one or not and to have your military ID on you.
 
Restaurant Discounts
•99 Restaurants: 10% discount with Military ID for retired and active veterans
•Acapulco: 20% off for military personnel in uniform or with valid ID
•A&W: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you
•Applebee's: Discount varies per location, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you
•Arby's: Discount varies per location, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Back Yard Burgers: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Barnhill's: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Birdies For the Brave: Complimentary admission for active, Reserve, and military retirees and dependents at select PGA TOUR, Champions Tour, and Web.com Tour events. Many tournaments also offer discounted admission or complimentary admission for non retired military veterans.
•Boston Market: 20% with military ID.
•Captain D's: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Carl's Jr. - Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Chevy's Fresh Mex: 20%, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Cinnabon: 15% off at participating locations with a valid military ID
•Ci-Ci's Pizza: Discount varies, dependent on location, must present military ID
•Chick Fil A: Varies, Discount with ID card (location dependent), discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Chipotle: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Cold Stone Creamery: Discount varies, must present military ID
•Cracker Barrel: 10-15% off, at manager's discretion
•Dairy Queen: 10% off, location dependent
•Del Taco: 50% off at participating locations with valid military ID
•Denny's; Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Dunkin' Donuts: Veterans advantage members save 10% on all online orders. They also send free coffee to the troops oversees.
•El Molino Coffee Shop: Free Shipping, online
•Friendly's Ice Cream Stores: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Golden Corral: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Hard Rock Cafe: 10% - 15% off. Varies for each location.
•Hickory Farms : 10 percent Military discount - Enter 892848 in code box on online order form
•Hooters: 10% off with military ID
•IHOP: 20% with Military ID at owners discretion
•Java Cafe: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Johnny Rockets: Personnel in uniform will receive a 50% discount
•KFC: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•LoneStar: 10% off everyday with ID and 20% off on Mondays
•Long John Silver's: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Longhorn Steakhouse: 10% military discount (this may not be honored at all locations)
•Margaritaville: 10% off with valid military ID
•Mrs. Fields Cookies: 10% off with military ID, coupon link
•Panchero's Mexican Grill: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Pancho's Mexican Buffet: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Panda Express: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Papa Murphy's: Participating locations will take 50% off one pizza
•Pizza Hut: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Popeyes: 10% off with a valid military ID
•Quiznos: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Raising Cane's Chicken: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Red Robin: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory: 10% military discount
•Sam's Club: Get a $15 gift card when you become a member (active duty and retired only)
•Schlotzky's Deli: 30% off with military ID
•Sizzler: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Sonic: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Subway: 10% off, if not in a military town
•Sweet Tomatoes: 10% off with military ID
•Taco Bell: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•The Melting Pot: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Texas Roadhouse: 10% military discount
•Wendy's: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Wing Zone: 10% military discount in Alabama. Ends 12/31/2015
•Zaxby's: 10% off with military ID


Clothing Discounts
•Abercrombie & Fitch:10-15% off, at manager's discretion
•Aeropostale: 10% off with military ID
•American Eagle Outfitters: 10-15% off, at manager's discretion
•Anchor Blue: 10% off
•Banana Republic: 10% military discount 1st of every month (may vary by location; in-store only).
•Bass Pro Shops: 10% off from the 15th to 22nd of each month
•Boscov’s: 15% off in-store purchases with military ID everyday.
•Buckle: 10% off, Free Shipping on all military orders
•Cabela's: 10% off
•Christopher & Banks: 10% of with Military ID
•Coleman: 15% off with veterans advantage card
•Dress Barn: Discount and participation will vary by location, bring Military ID to ask
•Eddie Bauer: 15% off most merchandise (some promotions excluded) with military ID
•Express Clothing Store: 10% off on top of other coupons as well with military ID
•Extreme Outfitters: 10-20% on miltary Gear, online and in Store
•Forever 21: 10% off
•Gander Mountain: 5% off
•Gap: 10% military discount 1st of every month (may vary by location; in-store only).
•Green Island Breeze: 20% Military Discount In-Store and 10% Military Discount Online with code: MD10
•Hancock Fabrics: 15% off on the 2nd Wednesday of the month (in-store only)
•Hanes Outlet Store: 10% off with Military ID
•Hot Topic: 10-20% off with military ID
•Jockey: 10% off with valid Military ID
•Jones New York Outlet Store: 10% off with valid Military ID
•Kohl's: 15% off at participating locations
•Maurices: 10% off with valid military ID
•Nautica: 10% off with military ID
•New York and Company: 15% off military discount
•Old Navy: 10% military discount 1st of every month (may vary by location; in-store only).
•Orvis: 10% discount for Veterans Advantage members
•Overstock: Free Club O membership for Military personnel (5% reward dollars for every purchase, free shipping, and extra reward dollars)
•Pac Sun: Discount varies per location, just bring in a vaild military ID and ask
•Ralph Lauren Outlet Store: 10% off with Military ID
•S&K Menswear: 8% Discount on all items free shipping on orders over $99 & APO/FPO shipping. To access the military site at S&K you must go through their AAFES Exchange Mail Online service. http://bdeal.me/aCVq2X
•Tommy Hilfiger: 10% with valid military ID
•Under Armor Outlet Store: 10% off with military ID
•Wet Seal: 10% off
•Wilson's Leather: 10% off in-store with military ID or call 1-866-305-4704
Shoe Discounts
•DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse: 10% military discount (may vary by location)
•Eastbay: 20% off online and by phone with a Veterans Advantage Card
•Finish Line: 20 percent military discount off select items at special locations
•Foot Action: 20% off with military ID
•Foot Locker: 20% off with military ID
•Kid's Foot Locker: 20% off with Military ID
•Lady Foot Locker: 20% off with military ID
•Nike : 0% off, In-Store. For official company policy please check out http://www.nikebiz.com/customer_service/discounts.html
•Payless Shoe Source: 10% off
•Rack Room Shoes: 15% discount. Bring in valid military ID
•Shoe Carnival: 10% off with military ID
•Timberland Outlets: 15%, bring in valid military ID


Travel and Hotel Discounts
•American Airlines: Discount varies, requires military ID
•Amtrak: Active duty US military personnel, their spouses and their dependents, are eligible to receive a 10% discount off most Amtrak rail fares or save 15% with your Veterans Advantage card.
•Best Inns and Suites: Varies, must present Military ID with check-in
•Best Western: Rates within allowable per diem, must present military ID with check in
•Budget: Varies, up to 25% off time and mileage Store, requires military ID to redeem
•Budget Truck Rental: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Choice Hotels: Rates at or below per diem depending on location. Discounts may vary and depend on availability. Must present military ID.
•Clarion Inn: Rates within allowable per diem while on travel orders. Must present valid military ID with check-in
•Comfort Inn: Rates within allowable per diem while on travel orders. Must Present valid military ID with check-in
•Days Inn: Rates within allowable per diem. Must present valid military ID with check-in
•Disney Resorts: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Disneyland : Military discounts are available only for tickets purchased at installation MWRs. Prices vary per date and length of visit
•Great Wolf Lodge: Up to 33% off, discount varies however. Must book room over the phone rather than the internet.
•GuideToMilitaryTravel.com: Another great site for military families to go to when looking for travel discounts.
•Hilton Hotels: State and federal employees and U.S. military service members are eligible for discounted bookings at Hilton hotel and resort properties. Discount amount may vary by property
•Marriott Hotels: It's the Per Diem amount the government picks up, whatever that amount is. Just call and place the reservation over the phone and ask for that discount.
•Nickelodeon Hotels: Reduced rates and perks, online and in store, www.nickhotel.com/military , 877-NICK-111 and ask for the Military Family Package
•Ramada: 15% to 30% - depending on availability. Must present military I.D. upon check in.
•Samsonite: 15% off with military ID
•Sierra Suites: Rates at or below per diem depending on location. Discounts may vary and depend on availability. Must present military ID
•Southwest Airlines; Varies, it's a dollar amount, not a percentage. Not available on all flights, you'll have to call Southwest and simply just ask.
•Travelodge: Rates within allowable per diem. Discounts may vary and depend on availability. Must present military I.D
•Wyndham Hotels: Discounts vary by 140 locations. Also depend on availability. Must present military I.D. upon check in.

Vacation Discounts
•Anheuser - Busch Amusement Parks: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Azamara Cruises: Discounts vary, 800-338-4962
•Busch Gardens: One day complimentary admission for members of the military and 3 direct dependents in 2012. Here's to the Heroes
•Carnival Cruises: 10% off of cruise, but must be booked over the phone, and not online, as proof must be faxed in
•MLB Hall of Fame: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Movie Theaters: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•My Cruise Club: 9% off on all cruises www.militarycruisedeals.com
•Professional Sports teams: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Ripley's attractions and museums: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Schlitterbahn Waterparks & Resorts: Active military can purchase Schlitterbahn tickets for up to 50% off the general admission price at participating military installations. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
•Sea World: One day complimentary admission for members of the military and 3 direct dependents in 2012. Here's to the Heroes
•Sesame Park Place: One day complimentary admission for members of the military and 3 direct dependents in 2012. Here's to the Heroes
•Shedd Aquarium in Chicago: Free general admission with military ID. On the Shedd Aquarium page that is hyper linked here, scroll down to “Other Discounts” to find out more information.
•Six Flags Magic Mountain: Service members receive special discounts on admission for special events and specific dates. Tickets must be purchased in advance MWR and ITT 143. Recreation offices, not at the park.
•Walt Disney World Resort: Walt Disney World Resort offers U.S. military personnel 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets for just $138 each and up to 40% off select Disney Resorts Hotels
•Wildlife Conservation Society's Bronx Zoo: Free admission ticket for active duty or reserve member of the military, also allows 50% discount in admission for up to 3 family members
•Wildlife Conservation Society's New York Aquarium: Enrolled military get in for free and 50% off for up to 3 family members http://www.nyaquarium.com/
•World of Coca Cola: $2 off standard admission price for service member with I.D. and up to four guests.

Computer and Electronics Discounts
•Apple Store: The discount varies, you need to sign up here - http://www.apple.com/r/store/government/
•AT&T: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Dell Computers: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Hewlett-Packard: Log on to website and click on New User Registration: Enter first and last name, user name, password and email address. Use company code: 2727. Discounts vary. Online only.
•Inkshouse.com: 20% off $50 or more, use cod Mil20
•Microsoft: Government employees can get discounts on software through their Home Use Program
•Nextel: 18% Discount, call 1-800-639-6111
•Nuvo: $30 off Ritmo Pregnancy Sound System. You can call 1-888-688-6462, or use coupon code MILITARY99 online at http://www.nuvo-group.com. Valid military ID required for in-store purchase.
•Rocky Mountain Tracking: 5% off any tracking inc. Use code USMILITARY, http://www.rmtracking.com/
•Sprint: 10-18% off. Sprint will also put a "hold" on your line when you are deployed, if you provide a copy of your orders, so you still have the same number when you come back and you do not have to pay for the time your gone as well.
•Sprint Business: 15% to 20% Discount, 1-888-788-4727
•Verizon: 15% discount on monthly bills. Applies only to the military member's primary line.

Automotive Discounts
•AutoZone: Varies Per Store - Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Advance Auto Parts: 10% off with military ID
•Avis: 25% off, online you should use this coupon AWD # A555084
•Big 10 Tires: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Dollar Car Rental: Allowable per diem rates
•Firestone Auto Center: 10% off
•Ford: Discount varies, http://www.encs.com/ford/
•Geico: 2% to 15% in all states except Georgia, Indiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, New Mexico, Tennessee and Texas
•GM: Varies, always well below MSRP. You can sign in online at https://www.exclusivegmoffer.com/ip-gmpop/initPop.do?program=mpp
•Hertz: Allowable per diem rates. Show valid military ID
•Jeep: $500 for active military, reserves and retired reserves or active after 20 years of service. Requires military ID
•Jiffy Lube: 10% off with valid Military ID
•Kragen Auto Parts: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Meineke: 10% off parts. In store only. Simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Midas: 10% off
•NAPA Auto Parts: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•National: No fee for additional drivers, and special off duty rates per location. Service members receive full loss damage waivers
•O'Reilly Auto Parts: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Paradise Limousine: $25 Off Limousine Service Coupon Code: 1369 for service members
•Pep Boys: 10% off with valid military ID
•Race-Depot: 10% off, use code 10MILCITY
•Suzuki: $500 off for you and immediate family. Requires military ID
•Toyota: $500 off + $500 for firs time buyers. Requires military ID
•Vets-Cars.com: an auto dealer association that pledges "thanks, respect, low up-front pricing, transparency and a superior showroom experience for U.S. Veterans, Active Duty and family members."

Beauty Discounts
•Mary Kay Cosmetics: Military personnel and dependents receive 10 % on online orders. Reference your service affiliation and status, and ask for additional free gift and bigger discounts by contacting website. Note: Mary Kay cosmetics are sold by independent consultants who can choose to honor discounts or not and can also choose whether or not to offer free gifts with purchase. Most consultants do honor these requests, but are not required to.
•Pure Beauty: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Sally Beauty Supply: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
Sporting Goods Discounts
•Champs Sports: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Copeland's Sports: Discount varies per location
•Dick's Sporting Goods: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Play It Again Sports: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Sport Chalet: 10% off
•SportsMemorabilia.com: 10% off at checkout, use code mili10 online

Health and Wellness Discounts
•GNC: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Simone Protective Health: 20% off their nutritional hydration drink.

Education Discounts
•Ashford University: Discounted tuition at $250 a credit, books are covered for all required courses, waived application fee, waived technology fee and more! Benefits apply to all Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists and spouses, dependents eligible for survivor benefits, plus civilian DOD employees & separated vets/retirees still using their GI Bill.
•Barnes and Noble: 6% off regular price plus free shipping, check out www.bn.com/militarycity
•Discovery Channel Store: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•istudysmart.com: Free Shipping for Military Families, Online, 9/15 - 10/14
•Lerner: 15% off

Jewelry Discounts
•Facets Collection: 10% off jewelry and 5% off all engagement rings and loose diamonds
•Samuel's Diamonds: 10% off in-store with military ID
•Szul: Free shipping to Military APO/FPO destinations until 12/31/10. http://bdeal.me/dnZ6Fb

Children's Discounts
•KB Toys: 15% off during advertised Military Days

Movie Discounts
•American Video Productions: 10% off to active duty, retired, families of military and dependents. Call and ask for the discount http://www.americanvideoproductions.net/
•Blockbuster: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•IMAX : $1 off movie tickets with Military ID
•Movie Theaters: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•Regal Movie Theaters: Matinee prices for all show times. Requires Military ID
•United Artist Movie Theaters: Matinee prices for all show times. Requires Military ID

Eyewear Discounts
•Boston Bill Sunglasses: 10% off
•Eyewear: Discount varies, get the discount online at http://www.afeyewear.com/ - This site offers military discounts for a wide range of eyeglass companies
•Haber Vision: 50% discount on all sunglasses. Online at http://www.habervision.com/CodeResult.aspx?code=JB10222Q
•MilitaryContacts.net: Up to 30% off contact lenses and free shipping on orders over $50
•Oakley: There is a website you register with that offers Oakleys at a discounted price. It doesn't say how much that price is though. Check it out online at https://secure.usstandardissue.com/


Home and Garden Discounts
•Agentsource.com: Up to 40% off standard real estate closing costs for Active duty men and women moving in the United States or Canada
•Anna's Linens: 10% off any purchase with Valid Military ID in store only
•Camino Real Apartments: 5% military discount
•Century 21: FREE Century 21 AON Home Protection Plan when they buy or sell a home through Molly Kucharski ONLY paid for at settlement. Value = $399.00, call 1(800) 952-2516
•CubeSmart: Additional 20% off with valid Military ID
•Home Depot: 10% off Year Round, to active duty, active reserve, retired military, and immediate family. In-Store only. Varies- some locations may require documentation.
•Kiss the Cook: Register with your military email address and receive a 10% discount
•Leslie Pool Supplies: 10% off with military ID
•Lowe's: 10% off year round to active duty, active reserve, retired military, and immediate family. Just bring in a valid military ID. The military discount, however, cannot be combined with other coupons they may be offering.
•Michaels: 10% off every Wednesday at select stores. Call your local store for participation.

Miscellaneous Discounts
•ASMBA: Armed Services Mutual Benefit Association - Membership in the non-profit association is free, and, when you join, you'll get $3,000 of free AD&D coverage.
•Build a Sign: Free banner and cards to support the troops
•CoinsAndPins.com: 10% military discount on custom made products as long as the custom items are more than 60% military related
•FromYouFlowers.com: 20% discount when you order by phone at 1-800-838-8853
•IAVA : IAVA, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, is a veterans organization that looks to help take care of the newest generation of American veterans. They also are working with companies, such as JC Penney, to provide up to $200 in vouchers to certain retail stores.
•National Credit Solutions: 25% discount, call toll free at 866-485-2540 x109, and for a direct line please call 972-746-4209
•Online Chimp Website Solution: $15 off the small business website builder
•Sears: 10% off on tools and related items. Contact your local store for details.
•Spencer's Gifts: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
•TurboTax: Active duty military are eligible to file federal tax returns for free through the Intuit Tax Freedom Project
•Walgreens: 10% with military ID every Tuesday

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