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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Attention Costco shoppers: 5 money saving tips and tricks that everyone should know, according to experts
Costco is widely recognized as a go-to for bulk shoppers looking to stock up on food and groceries, home essentials and more. More than 10 million Canadians have Costco memberships that give them access to its gas station, a members-only pharmacy, Costco Travel, Costco Services, home improvement and more. But are shoppers making the most of their memberships to get best deals possible? Nichole Schaubroeck and Tina Chow are two Canadian content creators who have each earned hundreds of thousands of followers by sharing the ins and outs of saving money while you shop. 'It's very hard to find a good deal, so anyway we can save, maybe it's not as extreme as it used to be, it's still good," said Schaubroeck who runs the account Coupon Cutie, in an interview with Yahoo Canada. Keep reading to learn Chow and Schaubroeck's best tips and trips on how to navigate Costco like a pro. According to Schaubroeck, Costco's price tags are a good predictor of whether or not an item will go on sale. Items that end in .97 are likely at their lowest price, making it prime time to stock up on what you need. Another hidden hack is to look for what Costco shoppers call the 'death star,' an asterisk located in the upper right-hand corner of an item's tag. 'All this is telling you is that this item is either no longer going to be at Costco or it won't be back until next year,' said Schaubroeck. Chow, who created the account Costco Lovers Canada, said that although the foot traffic in the store is constantly changing, sales seem to follow a schedule. 'I know that most sales end on a Sunday... new sales will begin the following week,' said Chow. There's also what people refer to online as "Markdown Mondays" — when new items go on sale. While this is not a Costco-official event, it still creates a buzz for shoppers to find cost-friendly deals. 'They [Costco] are always doing markdowns," she added. Additionally, Chow noted that Costco is known for 'following the trends of what's happening in the market,' which can help attract shoppers who are looking for products for a certain occasion. For example, it's not uncommon for Costco to have a sale on hamburger buns, ketchup, mustard and relish ahead of a long weekend. Chow also recommends shopping as the weather changes to take advantage of out-of-season products at lower prices. According to Costco customer service, shoppers are entitled to 'risk-free, 100 per cent satisfaction guarantee', meaning that the majority of purchased products can be returned and refunded at any time (excluding electronics and diamond jewelry). This allows shoppers to test out products and see if it is the right fit for them. 'If I'm going out and trying a $700 Dyson [hair dryer]... I want to be able to know that I can return it,' said Chow. 'I will always go to Costco and pay more on a product for their return policy.' Costco also honours price adjustments on merchandise if the price drops within 30 days of the original purchase and the product is still in the store's warehouse. Schaubroeck added that this flexibility is a large reason as to why Canadians turn to Costco for their shopping. 'It's always nice to have that reassurance when buying something, that no matter what happens, they will take it back for you,' she said. One perk to owning a Costco membership is that it can be used worldwide at any location, which can come in handy when going on vacation. Chow said she often uses her membership when travelling to help save on food and snacks. It's even handy for shopping and saving on souvenirs and local food. Many Costco shoppers may not know that there's an official Costco app meant to enhance shopping experiences. The Costco app allows you to shop and save using online-only prices, check warehouse inventory and local gasoline prices, refill prescriptions at Costco's pharmacy, create your own shopping list in-app and more. The app also allows shoppers to receive updates on sales promotions and product entering the store, a perk that Chow said is a 'huge secret' amongst Canadians. 'There are app-exclusive savings,' she said. 'If you follow Costco on Instagram, there are also exclusive savings available there." Schaubroeck also highlights another app called Checkout 51, a platform that displays cash-back offers on Costco merchandise. While this does not apply to all products, Schaubroeck said it's an incentive worth checking out.
Digital Trends
4 days ago
- Business
- Digital Trends
This Groupon deal can gets you a Costco membership for as little as $15
People that shop at Costco love to talk about being in Costco. Part of that is because it's pretty great, and part of that is because its at least mildly exclusive. There's really no point in showing up at a Costco without a membership. So, because we think Sam's Club and Costco just might be your ticket to more affordable tech during tariff uncertainties, we've been searching for way to get you into Costco cheaper. What we found was a pair of Groupon deals that sell you the Gold Star or Executive memberships at their regular price but give you $50 Costco shop cards alongside additional bonuses. When you do the math, this makes the $65 per year Gold Star membership effectively just $15 and the $130 per year Executive membership just $80. Tap below to see the offers yourself and keep reading for the full breakdown. Alternatively, check out this competing Sam's Club deal to get in Walmart's version of Costco for just $20. Why you should sign up for Costco via Groupon A Gold Star membership, now effectively $15, will let you buy the best tech of Costco (alongside whatever else you want), and is a phenomenal way to check out the buying experience firsthand. The Groupon offer also comes with a $200 Costco Travel promo code, valid through September 2 for travels through the end of this year. You'll use the promo code when you book your travel, then receive the $200 Costco shop card shortly after your travels end — a deal that's perfect for that initial stock-up when you come home to a clean fridge. Meanwhile the Executive membership, now effectively $80, gets you the fullest Costco experience, full membership perks, and even the annual 2% reward. It comes with the $200 Costco Travel promo code mentioned above as well as a similar code that gives you $100 off an order of $200 or more placed on Costco's online shop by August 31 (easy to achieve with tech purchases). To get either of these deals, tap the button below and select your choice from the available options menu. We've found Costco to be a great place to buy the largest version of the best TVs, many of the best smart home devices, as well as your cables and batteries. This Groupon deal won't last forever, so be sure to get your membership now.
The Independent
20-05-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Costco shoppers furious after company ditches popular travel discount
Costco has stopped providing shoppers with one of its popular travel discounts. Earlier this month, a Reddit user posted in the 'Disney Planning' subreddit a screenshot from the Costco website, pointing out that the bulk grocery store would no longer be accepting reservations to Disneyland Resorts, located in Anaheim, California. 'Costco Travel is not accepting new reservations to the Disneyland Resort. Guests with existing packages through 2025 can still modify their reservations by calling (877) 849-2730,' the website reads. However, while not accepting reservations to the California location, there are still other packages available on the website, including one to a Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. Costco is also still offering its discount on Disneyland tickets. The grocery store chain has not spoken out on whether the Disneyland Resort will be reinstated or if the change is permanent. Many people were quick to turn to the comments section of the Reddit post to express their disappointment over the travel discount being taken away. 'This is disappointing, I also was pricing a trip earlier in the week! Gonna miss that gift card,' one commenter wrote, referencing how the Disneyland Resort packages usually included extra perks such as pins and gift cards. Another commenter agreed, writing, 'Oh wtf I loved using Costco for Disneyland vacation packages. The perks for staying on property were sooooo good. This is lame.' 'Darn, hopefully that comes back. Booking a vacation for myself and then my in laws was the primary source of our 2/3% cash back. Plus the gift card made it easy to budget spending money….' a third person pointed out in the comments section. Despite the grocery store removing its Disneyland Resorts discount package, Costco has previously assured customers that it won't be changing the price of its signature hot dog. According to a May 2024 news release, Costco's chief financial officer, Gary Millerchip, reassured people that inflation and the cost-of-living crisis would not affect its $1.50 hot dog from the food court. 'Oh, and to clear up some recent media speculation, I also want to confirm the $1.50 hot dog price is safe,' he said at the time. Prior to that, Millerchip's predecessor Richard Galanti told Bloomberg in March 2024 that the all-important hot dog is 'probably safe for a while.' The price of the quarter-pound hot dog with a 20-ounce soda has remained the same since 1985 at the warehouse retailer, despite world events and the ebbs and flows of inflation since then.
USA Today
18-04-2025
- USA Today
Book your dream vacation for the right price! Shop top travel deals on hotels, flights ✈️
Book your dream vacation for the right price! Shop top travel deals on hotels, flights ✈️ We found major booking discounts at Expedia, Kayak, Costco Travel and more—just in time for summer travel. Few things in life are more fulfilling than checking a destination off of your travel bucket list—but actually dishing out the money to fund your dream trip can be pretty daunting. As someone who not only travels frequently, but also makes it happen with a (relatively) tight budget, I know how valuable finding the right flight deal or hotel discount can be in order to make a dream vacation become a reality. Ahead of the summer 2025 travel season, dozens of airlines, hotels and booking sites are offering major travel deals to cities worldwide—including USA TODAY-recommended destinations like Japan and Australia. To help you book your dream vacation at the right price, I put my traveling expertise to the test and scoured the internet in search of the best travel deals of 2025. This curated guide of my findings includes everything from top hotel deals to discounts on Costco Travel packages and even can't-miss savings on travel tours from companies like Trafalgar and EF Ultimate Break. Whether you're planning a solo trip to a local city or hoping to jet set abroad with friends, these 2025 travel deals will help you create lasting memories—no matter your travel budget or desired destination. Shop top travel deals for your next vacation 📲 More: Pack for spring break 2025 with Béis travel essentials Whether you're traveling domestically or looking to book a trip abroad, there are hundreds of flight deals to take advantage of from top airlines and booking sites—including TripAdvisor and United Airlines. From last-minute flight deals to unlimited flight passes, check out the best airline deals to shop right now for spring or summer travel. Okay, so you've booked the flights for your dream vacation—now all that's left to do is figure out where you'll stay. Through platforms like and you can score some of the best hotel deals at destinations worldwide. My favorite travel discount to shop for spring? A rare deal of 50% off hostel stays in Europe, valid on all trips booked before May 14. Solo travel is fun, but group travel offers a stress-free (and safe) way to see the world's most touristed destinations in the shared company of others. Just in time for the summer 2025 travel season, many tour companies are offering travel discounts on group trips for people of all ages. I've personally traveled with EF Ultimate Break before, and have heard rave reviews from fellow travelers on companies like Trafalgar and Contiki. Skip the hassle of booking your flights and hotels separately with a helpful vacation package deal. You can book your next trip in one swift transaction and remove the headache of toggling through a bunch of different travel booking sites. Expedia's travel package deals for 2025 include savings of up to $1,000 off on select vacation bundles, while Costco Travel and Priceline have a host of other top vacation package deals. Mother's Day gift idea: Up to 58% off a stay at Great Wolf Lodge Pocono Mountains Where are the best places to find top travel deals? While you can book direct deals through many hotels and airlines, I find that some of the best all-inclusive travel deals are offering through booking sites like Expedia, TripAdvisor, Priceline, and more. What are the best travel deals right now? With the summer travel season right around the corner, there's truly no better time to shop top travel deals for the remainder of 2025—I say this as someone who travels often and has booked a lot of vacation packages in her lifetime. Among my favorite spring travel deals are discounts of $350 off on travel package deals to the Caribbean through Priceline, international travel deals of up to $800 off through EF Ultimate Break and a unique airline deal through Frontier, where travelers can get unlimited flights for the whole summer via a $400 travel pass. 📲 More: The TikTok-famous travel neck pillow just got a makeover for spring—shop new colorways
Fox News
20-02-2025
- Business
- Fox News
Costco expands travel benefit by rolling out use of artificial intelligence
Costco is rolling out new ways to deliver perks to its customers while tapping into the travel industry's knowledge and insight. In collaboration with Travelport, a global technology company that connects travel suppliers, Costco Travel has introduced some new features. The partnership will expand the flight options that are available to consumers. It will introduce artificial intelligence through Travelport+ with the goal of making trip searches faster and more convenient — ultimately benefiting members. Costco Travel provides travel services throughout the U.S., Canada and the U.K. The Costco Travel website says the warehouse club "offers everyday savings on top-quality, brand-name vacations, hotels, cruises, rental cars, exclusively for Costco members." Jason Toothman, Travelport's chief commercial officer, announced the new deal in a press release. "Costco Travel is focused on delivering more value to its members by giving them more choice and better offers when planning their trips, and Travelport provides the seamless, modern travel retailing experience that their customers have come to expect," said Toothman. "We're focused on making it easy for consumers to pinpoint the best options based on their preferences," Toothman added. Costco Travel will also be using Travelport Insights for its analysis of market demand. The membership warehouse club has 139 million members internationally. Fox News Digital reached out to Costco for comment.
