Travel & Leisure Discounts
1. National Parks—America the Beautiful Senior Pass
Discount: Lifetime pass for $80 (or annual pass for $20)—covers entrance fees at over 2,000 federal recreation sites
Where: Any national park entrance, or online at store.usgs.gov
Pro tip: The lifetime pass pays for itself after just 2–3 park visits. If you travel even occasionally, buy the lifetime version immediately. It also covers anyone in the car with you at per-vehicle fee sites.
2. Airlines—Unpublished Senior Fares
Discount: Varies by airline and route—typically 10–15% off, sometimes more on last-minute fares
Where: Call the airline directly—these fares are rarely listed online
Pro tip: American, United, and Delta all have legacy senior fare programs that aren’t always easy to find on their websites. Always call and ask specifically for senior rates before booking, especially for domestic travel.
3. Hotels—AARP & Senior Rates
Discount: Up to 10–30% off at Marriott, Hilton, Best Western, Choice Hotels, and others
Where: Book directly through the hotel’s website or by phone and mention AARP membership or senior status
Pro tip: Best Western’s AARP rate is consistently one of the best senior hotel deals in the country. Always compare the senior/AARP rate against third-party booking sites—sometimes it’s lower, sometimes it isn’t.
4. Amtrak—10% Senior Rail Discount
Discount: 10% off most Amtrak fares for travelers aged 65+
Where: Amtrak.com or any Amtrak ticket counter—select ‘Senior (65+)’ when booking
Pro tip: Combine with Amtrak’s Guest Rewards program for additional savings. Train travel is one of the most retiree-friendly and scenic ways to see the country — and the senior discount makes it even more affordable.
