Airline Senior Discounts
In addition to miles you might accumulate through a credit card, airlines may offer senior deals for making a purchase. “While travel can often prove a costly affair, utilizing tips such as traveling in the quieter months can lead to much cheaper flights,” says Natalie Warb, financial expert at CouponBirds. “By avoiding hotspot months such as June, July and August, the trip can be accessed for a much cheaper cost.”
Look for these airline senior discounts:
- British Airways: AARP members can receive between $65 and $200 off.
- JetBlue: Discounts of 5% for retired military and veterans are available for those enrolled in Veterans Advantage.
- United Airlines: Offers a discounted price to passengers who are 65 and older for selected destinations. Ask for details when booking a flight.
Travel Senior Discounts
Museums, parks and historical sites tend to offer special deals to senior tourists. When visiting, be sure to have your ID on hand. “You might not always be required to show proof, but you should at least be prepared to,” Ramhold says.
Here are several travel discounts for seniors to consider:
- America the Beautiful Senior Pass: $20 for an annual senior pass or $80 for a lifetime pass, which can be used at national parks and federal recreational lands. The offer is available for U.S. citizens or permanent residents ages 62 or older.
- Amtrak: Travelers age 65 and older get 10% off most rail fares.
- Art Institute of Chicago: Seniors age 65 and older receive a discount of $8.
- Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City: Visitors age 65 and older receive $8 off ticket prices.
- The National Baseball Hall of Fame: Those age 65 and older get a $6 discount on admission.
- Ticketmaster: AARP members receive discounts on selected events.
Cellphone Senior Discounts
If you’re shopping for a cellphone plan, look for one with perks for seniors. Make sure the details of the plan fit your lifestyle and specific needs.
Here are several cellphone senior discounts to consider:
- AT&T: AARP members get a $10 discount per line on the AT&T Unlimited Premium plan along with other savings opportunities.
- Consumer Cellular: AARP members get a 5% discount on monthly fees and 30% off accessories.
- T-Mobile: Offers several 55+ plans for seniors.
- Verizon: Special offers available for those 55 and older.
Health Senior Discounts
Check what you’re currently spending on health expenses, and look for ways to save on each item. You’ll often be able to get a discount on items necessary to manage your health conditions.
Look for these prescription drug and health care senior discounts:
- AARP prescription savings: Members and nonmembers can save on FDA-approved prescriptions not covered by insurance.
- LensCrafters: Vision-related discounts are available for AARP members.
- Rite Aid: Offers a wellness 65+ program for seniors that includes 5 times rewards points on the first Wednesday of each month.
- Walgreens: Offers savings to seniors and AARP members.
Cruise Senior Discounts
It’s best to call a cruise line before booking to see what is currently available, as some won’t advertise specific deals on their websites and may have special offers. Others might offer promotions during off-peak times of the year.
Be on the lookout for these cruise senior discounts and cruise deals:
- Carnival: Offers cruises for seniors at lowered rates, although exact prices depend on sailing dates and destinations.
- Grand European Travel: AARP members can save up to $100 per person on river cruises.
- Royal Caribbean: Special prices are available on select cruises for guests aged 55 and older
