As a long time member of CAA I am embarrassed to say that it took me years to realize that I could use my CAA to save me money at a variety of businesses I frequented regularly. This month I took the challenge to see where I could save at places all over Ontario.
My first (and most regular destination) was Gap Outlet in my hometown. While shopping is sometimes a guilty pleasure but more often it is a necessity as a parent of growing boys. Just when I think I’ve purchased the right amount of shirts, sweatshirts and jeans they grown and I’m back to square one! Thankfully the prices at Gap Outlet are not only excellent but with the additional 10% off (even clearance and promos) I can get all the clothes my boys need.
July was a month of travel for our family and I loved the discounts that CAA provided at a number of travel destinations that we frequented. From the Hilton Garden Inn in Vaughan where we stayed to take the boys to Legoland Toronto and Canada’s Wonderland. With 10% off our hotel room we saved enough to buy some souvenirs for the boys!
Next up was a shopping trip to Toronto where I bought some birthday presents at Roots in the Eaton’s Centre and had a delicious lunch at the Hard Rock Café buying a Hard Rock Café pin for my collection.
Finally a wonderful weekend away staying at Homewood Suites in London and taking my boys to African Lion Safari in Cambridge, ON.
So, how much did I save?
Gap Outlet = $28.32
Hilton Garden Inn = $15.00
Homewood Suites = $20.00
Hard Rock Café = $9.52
Roots = $11.55
African Lion Safari = $11.78
Total savings in July = $96.17
With membership only $70 per year for a basic card it is absolutely a worth the money. Great savings, fantastic services and roadside assistance.
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Where have you saved with your CAA card recently?
Jennifer (@momvstheboys) says
ohhhh I haven’t been to the hard rock cafe in FOREVER!! I’m going to have to seek one out soon! I love the CAA savings, I probably use it the most at the GAP too!
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Kerrie @ Family Food and Travel says
Yes the discount at the GAP is fantastic. And, definitely find a Hard Rock. Those burgers…..mmmmm!
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Elizabeth L says
Wow! Great savings! The savings at the GAP are pretty tempting… that’s amazing!
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Dawn says
The Gap outlet and Hard Rock Cafe are two of my favorite places! I might have to look into CAA!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
We have AAA here in Massachusetts and I use it for discounts all the time :)
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Mama to 5 BLessings says
That is great! Looks like a fantastic way to save money on everyday items!
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Kathleen Garber says
I didn’t know CAA had anything to do with shopping, I thought it was just about cars. Thanks for letting me know, I’ll look into it. Definitely worth it for you!
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Jennifer says
It’s always nice to discover something like this, isn’t it? It’s sort of like finding that emergency $20.00 you tucked away in your wallet and then totally forgot about.
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Amber Edwards says
I had no idea that CAA gave discounts with shopping too! What a great program!
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Francine @ Teresa's Family Cleaning says
This is the first I am hearing about this. I love saving money.
Felissa (Two Little Cavaliers) says
I actually have a web chat scheduled with them later this week to figure out and plan a trip to Europe!
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Tammi @ My Organized Chaos says
Wow, that’s a good chunk of savings there. I haven’t had a card for about 10 years now … maybe it’s time for me to look into getting one again!
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Chelley @ AisForAdelaide says
We have AAA and LOVE the discounts and deals!
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Kelsey Apley says
Looks like you got a good amount of savings this last month! I had never heard of this program before, thanks for sharing!
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Jenn says
I love CAA! It looks like you put your membership to work and saved yourself a bundle!!
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Nolie says
CAA is amazing. We had it for a few years but then cancelled when our new van came with a roadside assistance plan.
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Shauna says
Wow, that is just awesome… It is awesome that you can use it at so many places to save. Very cool. Thanks for the info
Liz Mays says
Is that the Canadian version of AAA? Because I use that in the states and it saves me a ton!
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Amy Desrosiers says
Wow, we have AAA! Problem is I never know what stores participate!
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Sarah B says
WOW!! Those are fantastic savings!!! And, I love your Roots wallet!! That’s the first place we stop when we visit Ontario!!
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Pam says
I didn’t know you could save all those places with a CAA card. Seems like a great investment at only $70 a year, and roadside assistance too.
paula schuck says
That’s a really useful post. I love that you tallied the savings up so we can clearly see the savings adding up. I also liked how you then compared that to the cost of a membership. That now makes me think hey smart idea to get a membership again. I had one and it recently expired.
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Sandra says
I had no idea you could save so much money on travel with this! I just came back from a trip from Vegas, and I wish I had known about this so I could see what savings I could get!
Suzanne Rudge says
We love our CAA membership for so many reasons, not the least of which is saving money on other things! I too have used the #CAARewards this summer for our outings and it is worth it.
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April says
I have never heard of this but it sounds awesome.
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Tammileetips says
What a great savings for you!! I love shopping and saving more money make it more enjoyable.
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Nancy @ Whispered Inspirations says
That’s great savings, so worth it!! :D Reminds me, I have to renew it!
Kristin Wheeler (@MamaLuvsBooks) says
I think I need to look into getting AAA for sure. So many times at hotels I wish I had it!
CrazyMom a/k/a Melanie says
You had me at SAVING…. I have to check this out..LOVE how much you were able to save right from the start.. totally made up for the membership fee in the first month..WOW…thanks for sharing
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Kerrie @ Family Food and Travel says
Yes, pretty amazing to make it back so quickly! And with fabulous stuff and experiences too!
Ann Bacciaglia says
Good to know as I am a CAA member and had no idea!! Thanks for sharing.
Stefani Tolson says
My grandparents have been members for years. I need to get a membership too.
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Janel says
I knew you could get discounts at hotels and things like that. I had NO idea how many everyday places offered discounts, though!
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Brett says
I’ll have to keep this in mind next time we travel. Thanks for sharing.
Marina says
And those savings rake up at the end of the year. Sweet!
Chrishelle Ebner says
CAA sounds like it could sure save me some money. I love a deal, and I love you saved almost $100 with your card.
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