Anyone use ENTERTAIN code at Dollar?

[dtauer]

For our time period, Dollar has the best rates on an intermediate car rental. However, I used the promo code ENTERTAIN and I can't figure out if there are any restrictions on it or if I need a coupon.

This promo code gave a much better rate than either MCC or FVG but I want to make sure I'm eligible to use it.

I'd call Dollar and ask about it, but what I've seen happen before is that once someone calls and asks about a code it sometimes gets yanked. For example, the USA code at Avis.

Since we have the Entertainment book I'm hoping it's linked to that, but I can't find any mention of it on the web site or in the entertainment book.

Anyone know where this promo code came from or what the restrictions are?

 

[hulabird]

I tried using that code for my august trip, it was the same price for me as the FISH code, but the rate category said MATAM, I don't know if that helps you at all......

 

[adamak]

Thanks DTauer.
I used the code on their site, and sure enough my July rate dropped to $99/ week for economy car (instead of $120 before). I called the customer number, but they say their computer show a $200 rate with the same code. They told me the rate is outdated. They advised me to stay with my $120 rate. They told me I don't really need a coupon "but it would be better if you have it with you at checkin". I do not know what that means.

But I made the reservations online anyways, which still honor this code. And nowhere from their site says I need a coupon. I'm going to keep my 2 reservations for now. And see if others reply. I'm nervous too, as to what proof I need to have at checkin. But it's a $30 difference in base rate and that's alot.

BTW, does anyone know what's the latest time I can cancel my reservations w/o penalty???

 

[sweetheart2576]

I would like to know about this also. Anyone know where this code came from? I just used it and it showed 125+taxes for a week for an intermediate. total was 164.xx. I have a compact booked for 197.xx in august. booked the entertain code anyways just in case. if i have to i will just cancel it if i need coupon or anything.

 

[sweetheart2576]

BUMPING IT UP

 

[alvernon90]

I just booked a reservation using ENTERTAIN for Sept. 7-14, and here are some observations:

The e-mail confirmation Dollar sends you does not say anything about a discount code or a coupon, only the base rate and the extra taxes/fees. If you print out the e-mail and take it to the counter, I'm sure they will honor the rate.

2. Here are some rate comparisons for an Intermediate to be rented Sept. 7-14, 2002, reserved on 6-18-02.

No code: $264.97 base, $327.09 total

MCC code: $174.99 base, $222.37 total

ENTERTAIN code: $125.00 base, $164.18 total

3. Even if you're worried, it couldn't hurt to book with this rate now and save the printout. You could then look for the best "backup" reservation with a different company on the chance (slim, IMHO) that Dollar doesn't honor this rate.

 

[pattyT]

We are using a minivan for 10 days in October
and I got a better rate with the FGV coed. Our base is 289.97. With Entertain it was 339.
I would recommend trying all codes you find to see what is best for you!
I also agree that with your printed confirmation they should give you that rate regardless if you 'forgot' the actual ad or coupon.

 

[sgtdisney]

Does anyone know where this promo code came from. Since it says 'Entertain' I would almost expect it would be from an Entertainment Book? If this is the case, would they require a coupon? It would be interesting to hear back from anyone who has used this code....

 

[A kid at heart]

I just got a great rate with the entertain code for an intermediate car of 125 for a week, with the fish code I could only get a compact car for 149! so all in all the entertain code was the best for me! with taxes it comes to 164 instead of 209!
I figure instead of spending 100 for a limo,(I have a coupon for an upgrade from a towncar) plus whatever a taxi would cost us to go from the dolphin to DTD I am better off getting the car for the week! Thank you for the code info!

 

[Bill From PA]

I just used ENTERTAIN and got 9 days in Nov. for $151.00 for an economy car which I had previously reserved for $175.00. The confirmation is a legal document and doesn't have any 'small print' exclusions. The base rate per week is $99. I finally scored a car for the same $$ as last year!

Bill From PA

 

[adamak]

So, what is the cancellation policy? I currently have 2 ressie, one with FISH, one with ENTERTAIN. I plan to keep the entertain one, since I did talk to the operator on the phone, and she told me I don't need to have the coupon, "but it would be nice if you do". Whatever that means.

When should I cancel my other ressie w/o penalty?

 

[Bill From PA]

I'm going on their web site and cancel there. I don't know how long before one should do this. I seem to remember that 24 hrs is enough from playing this game last year.


Bill From PA

 

[kamgen]

Thanks so much!!! I just used it and it saved me over $50 on a 3 day rental!! You guys are awesome.

I read my fine print and it doesn't mention a coupon, etc. So it should be okay.

Kamy

 

[shoes99]

I just went into my original reservation for a compact $124.99 using FVG and changed it to a intermediate for $125.00 using ENTERTAIN. This is for a 6 day rental at MCO in August. Thanks for the tip.

 

[SSSneezy]

THANK YOU!! I had to change all our vacation plans today and was sure that it would be a mess. You saved me $100 on the rental car! Thanks so much.

 

[pokeysmom]

WE ARE COMING FOR 18 DAYS IT SAVED ME $100, THANK YOU SO MUCH I HAVE BEEN FREAKING OUT BECAUSE I MADE OUR VACATION SO LONG THIS YEAR, THIS HELPS! IS ANYBODY BACK YET FROM THEIR VACATION THAT USED THIS CODE? PLEASE LET US KNOW IF EVERYTHING WENT OK?

 

[pattyT]

Pokey
what code did you use? What type of car?
I hope I got the best deal possible but Entertain was not cheaper than mcc for me??? We have a ten day stay and the extra days are what kill you!

 

[pokeysmom]

patty, i used the entertain code and before i was using fvg code weekly rate on fullsize went from 189 to 140.

 

[preb]

Wow and Thanks! I don't know anything about the origin of the ENTERTAIN rate, but it just saved me a ton on our September trip. Booked a full size for $140 a week ($181 including taxes). I printed my confirmation and everything seems in order!

 

[pattyT]

Try a few rate codes!
HVG was $600+
ENTERTAIN was $340ish
and MCC code was $298!
these rates were for a minivan for 10 days!
So even though Entertain may have saved you $ another code may save you more!