I'm a Senior, Gimme My D*** Discount

[geoand]

Discount movie day at the Mary Pickford theater is quite the deal!!!! The theater was packed and this was mid day mid week. Location Cathedral City, CA. Did not have to deal with cell phones, texting, etc. Sound was up so everyone could hear!!!! The only problem was it was a sea of white hair which caused a blinding light reflection thruout the movie.

 

[susieq]

The only problem was it was a sea of white hair which caused a blinding light reflection thruout the movie.

And THAT was funny!!! :hysterical::hysterical:

 

[x3 skier]

Discount movie day at the Mary Pickford theater is quite the deal!!!! The theater was packed and this was mid day mid week. Location Cathedral City, CA. Did not have to deal with cell phones, texting, etc. Sound was up so everyone could hear!!!! The only problem was it was a sea of white hair which caused a blinding light reflection thruout the movie.

I would have thought it was either blue or glare from polished domes.

Cheers

 

[Dori]

When we are in Florida, I love to shop at Beall's on Mondays. That's the day they offer 15% off for seniors with a loyalty card. This includes their clearance items. Right now I am having such fun buying lots of baby clothes for our trip to Korea in April to meet our anticipated new grandbaby.

Dori

 

[Texasbelle]

My Kroger's card [grocery] indentifies me as a sr. and gives 10 per cent discount on Kroger brand products, thus enticing me to buy their brand, win/win, I think. I didn't like it when Krogers stopped double and triple couponing and coupons requiring multiple purchases go unused by me. It occurs to me that we are subsidising the "free kids" meals so maybe they don't mind my discount either. IHOP has sr. BOGO from 3-6, but 2 drinks must be purchased. If you are retired, your income may not rise with inflation. If you are young, it better rise, so you can afford to retire.

 

[gnorth16]

I am in favour of discounts for everyone. Age should not make a difference, neither should sex or race, or even income level.

But if everyone gets a discount, it's not really a discount is it?

I think society's mentality is that no one wants to pay full price for something. How is it we can go into a store every week and they are having a 30-50% off sale on everything. To me, that only means that the prices are 30-50% above their already over inflated prices just to make a few customers think they got a "good deal".

I'm not saying there are not good deals out there. It's just that consumers need to look beyond the discounts advertised in the window versus MSRP.

As for seniors discounts, I look at it like seniority. Just like at my job, I will eventually become "top dog" and get the perks that go with it. Everyone gets a seniors discount, you just can't use it until you turn the appropriate age!

 

[hvsteve1]

We get 5% off every Wednesday at Kroger (Kroger senior discount rules vary from region to region) and the place is mobbed with seniors who might shop elsewhere otherwise.

Michaels crafts gives an AARP discount on one day a week.

Many entertainments venues, including theaters, theme parks, zoos, etc. offer senior discount.

We've been offered senior discounts at fast food places since we were in our forties, mainly because, to those kids behind the counter, everybody over 30 looks like their grandparents.

 

[MichaelColey]

I think society's mentality is that no one wants to pay full price for something. How is it we can go into a store every week and they are having a 30-50% off sale on everything. To me, that only means that the prices are 30-50% above their already over inflated prices just to make a few customers think they got a "good deal".

I'm not saying there are not good deals out there. It's just that consumers need to look beyond the discounts advertised in the window versus MSRP.

But the fact of the matter is that it works. This thread is full of examples.

 

[scrapngen]

I find it interesting that no one has offered the opinion that senior discounts are a way of honoring our elders. Many cultures support this idea - our country typically does not. Still, that's the way I always thought of it whenever I see a discount offered for seniors - and thought it was nice to see seniors appreciated....

This thread has made me realize that other people don't see it that way.
Sometimes I think I'm seriously naïve. But I'm keeping my rose colored glasses on

 

[csxjohn]

I find it interesting that no one has offered the opinion that senior discounts are a way of honoring our elders. Many cultures support this idea - our country typically does not. Still, that's the way I always thought of it whenever I see a discount offered for seniors - and thought it was nice to see seniors appreciated....

This thread has made me realize that other people don't see it that way.
Sometimes I think I'm seriously naïve. But I'm keeping my rose colored glasses on

And that is why when you see a senior or any other discount offered, it probably has nothing to do with honoring anyone, they just want you in the door and hopefully you'll spend more and come back.

There may be some exceptions in small mom and pop operations but none come to mind where I live.

 

[Ron98GT]

Waaay back when I was a good spell from seniorhood, I took me mum and one of her girlfriends both of whom were well over the minimum required discount age to the country club for Sunday brunch. When the check arrived, it showed all of us as seniors. I took the discount and didn't look back.

The local 'farm' store where I get birdseed, dog food, yard chemicals, bedding plants, BBQ pellets, Western duds and miscellanea gives 10% on everything in the store on Tuesdays. The place is wall-to-wall gray headed dudes and dudettes. Couldn't be more if they offered free Ensure shakes instead of popcorn.

www.vacationstogo.com offers some great discounts on cruises to 'seasoned' citizens. And veterans, and first responders, and airline employees past and current. It 'pays' to check all the appropriate boxes for the discounts.

Jim

Ron, businesses offer discounts to attract customers. Not to reward anyone at the expense of another. Seniors have shown that they will do business with firms they perceive to value their business. That simple.

Well said.

 

[hvsteve1]

I find it interesting that no one has offered the opinion that senior discounts are a way of honoring our elders. Many cultures support this idea - our country typically does not.

Beats Ice Floes.

 

[bogey21]

But if everyone gets a discount, it's not really a discount is it?

Not at that store, but if it causes you to shop at a different store with the discount.....

George

 

[jimkin]

Agree.
Kinda like Social Security.
Not a political statement, just a statement about the ultimate ponzi scheme, that isn't gonna work for my kids!

Of course it's a political statement. What else could it possily be?

 

[Ron98GT]

Quote:
Originally Posted by robcrusoe View Post
Agree.
Kinda like Social Security.
Not a political statement, just a statement about the ultimate ponzi scheme, that isn't gonna work for my kids!

Of course it's a political statement. What else could it possily be?

Totally agree Jim, it was and still is a Political Statement.

 

[pranas]

Recieved this list in an e-mail. I know many of these are accurate because I have used them.

"Remember: Ya gotta ask for it!!
Senior Discounts

Keep this list - - - and send a copy to your senior friends and relatives.

As I was waiting in line behind an older gentleman at Wendy's recently, I heard him ask for his senior discount. The girl at the register apologized and charged him less. When I asked the man what the discount was, he told me that seniors over age 55 gets 10% off everything on the menu, every day.

Being of 'that' age myself, I figured I might as well ask for the discount too.
This incident prompted me to do some research, and I came across a list of restaurants, supermarkets, department stores, travel deals and other types of offers giving various discounts with different age requirements. I was actually surprised to see how many there are and how some of them start at the young age of 50.

This list may not only be useful for you, but for your friends and family, too. Pass it on!

Dunkin Donuts gives free coffee to people over 55. If you're paying for a cup every day, you might want to start getting it for free.
YOUmustASKfor your discount!
RESTAURANTS:
Applebee's: 15% off with 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+)
Fuddrucker's: 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+) Cousin Cathy, How's that?
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+)
Tea Room Cafe: 10% off (50+)
Village Inn: 10% off (60+)
Waffle House: 10% off every Monday (60+)
Wendy's: 10% off (55+)
White Castle: 10% off (62+) This is for me ... if I ever see one again.

RETAIL & APPAREL:
Banana Republic: 10% off (50+)
Bealls: 20% off first Tuesday of each month (50+)
Belk's: 15% off first Tuesday of every month (55+)
Big Lots: 10% off
Bon-Ton Department Stores: 15% off on senior discount days (55+)
C.J. Banks: 10% off every Wednesday (60+)
Clarks: 10% off (62+)
Dress Barn: 10% 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: 20% off (50+)
Kohl's: 15% off (60+)
Modell's Sporting Goods: 10% off
Rite Aid: 10% off on Tuesdays & 10% off prescriptions
Ross Stores: 10% off every Tuesday (55+)
The Salvation Army Thrift Stores: up to 50% off (55+)
Stein Mart: 20% off red dot/clearance items first Monday of every month (55+)

GROCERY:
Albertson's: 10% off first Wednesday of each month (55+)
American Discount Stores: 10% off every Monday (50+)
Compare Foods Supermarket: 10% off every Wednesday (60+)
DeCicco Family Markets: 5% off every Wednesday (60+)
Food Lion: 6% off every Monday (60+)
Fry's Supermarket: free Fry's VIP Club Membership & 10% off every Monday (55+)
Great Valu Food Store: 5% off every Tuesday (60+)
Gristedes Supermarket: 10% off every Tuesday (60+)
Harris Teeter: 5% off every Tuesday (60+)
Hy-Vee: 5% off one day a week (date varies by location)
Kroger: 10% off (date varies by location)
Morton Williams Supermarket: 5% off every Tuesday (60+)
The Plant Shed: 10% off every Tuesday (50+)
Publix: 5% off every Wednesday (55+)
Rogers Marketplace: 5% off every Thursday (60+)
Uncle Guiseppe's Marketplace: 5% off (62+)

TRAVEL:
Airlines:
Alaska Airlines: 10% off (65+)
American Airlines: various discounts for 65 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: 5% 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 Best Western: 10% off (55+)
Budget Rental Cars: 10% off; up to 20% 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 Holiday Inn: 10%-30% off depending on location (62+)
National Rent-A-Car: up to 30% off for AARP members
Over Night Accommodations:
Cambria Suites: 20%-30% off (60+)
Clarion Motels: 20%-30% off (60+)
Comfort Inn: 20%-30% off (60+)
Comfort Suites: 20%-30% off (60+)
Econo Lodge: 20%-30% off (60+)
Hampton Inns & Suites: 10% 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: 15% off (62+)
Motel 6: 10% off (60+)
Myrtle Beach Resort: 10% off (55+)
Quality Inn: 20%-30% off (60+)
Rodeway Inn: 20%-30% off (60+)
Sleep Inn: 20%-30% off (60+)


ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT:
AMC Theaters: up to 30% off (55+)
Bally Total Fitness: up to $100 off memberships (62+)
Busch Gardens Tampa, FL: $3 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: 30% off Ripley's Believe it or Not: @ off one-day ticket (55+)
SeaWorld Orlando, FL: $3 off one-day tickets (50+)

CELLPHONEDISCOUNTS:
AT&T: Special Senior Nation 200 Plan $29.99/month (65+)
Jitterbug: $10/month cell phone service (50+)
Verizon Wireless: Verizon Nationwide 65 Plus Plan $29.99/month (65+).

MISCELLANEOUS:
Great Clips: $3 off hair cuts (60+)
Super Cuts: $2 off haircuts (60+)

NOW, go out there and claim your discounts - - - and remember --- YOUmust ASK for your discount --- no ask, no discount."

 

[Phill12]

sorry I dont agree...just living as long as we have doesnt mean we've earned anything (also it doesnt mean we are smarter than anyone else either)

I agree too! This sounds like our Sheltie who thinks at nine years old he deserves a treat every time he goes out for a dump.

PHILL12

 

[csxjohn]

... This sounds like our Sheltie who thinks at nine years old he deserves a treat every time he goes out for a dump.

PHILL12

At his age he does deserve the treat for not going in the house!:hysterical:

 

[Patri]

Thank you very much pranas! I qualify for a bunch of them. Had no idea.

 

[Pmuppet]

I agree with most of the triggers. I am very much against discounts based on price discrimination (based strictly on age), but I would take advantage of them if offered.

I especially dislike discounts given to new customers (Comcast does this all the time). I think you should treat existing customers better than new customers (or at least the same).

 

[laura1957]

sorry I dont agree...just living as long as we have doesnt mean we've earned anything (also it doesnt mean we are smarter than anyone else either)

I agree too! This sounds like our Sheltie who thinks at nine years old he deserves a treat every time he goes out for a dump.

PHILL12

My Sheltie KNOWS if I take him out - he gets his treat, but not if my DH takes him out. If we are both home and DH asks him if he wants to go out - he is smart enough to jump up and come to me instead

Whenever my mom has ever gotten a discount I always thought it was a nice idea - certainly she deserved it. Now that I have reached that age I never even think of asking for one, I dont feel I have done anything to deserve any special discounts. But I have gotten to the point of being pleased and accepting them when I am asked.

 

[pwrshift]

When I book hotels I first check their regular rate, then their AAA rate, then their Senior rate...and book the cheapest. Usually the senior rate is the lowest, but not always. Although I qualify I've never been asked to prove my age...maybe I just 'look' it to younger folk. Nice thing about Marriott's Elite status, as a Platinum member I always get upgraded to concierge floor/rooms.

Brian

 

[Phill12]

At his age he does deserve the treat for not going in the house!:hysterical:

You make a good point! Every time he tries to read the mail I'm reading I tell him he's just being funny because we know he can't read without his glasses so I'm guessing he won't read this! :hysterical:

Phil