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I currently have a part time job at a popular retail store. Employees do not receive discounts, and can only be eligible for benefits after working for three years. However, most are about my age and will only be working there for a few years in order to save up for university.

I had the idea to send a letter to my employer or the company that would persuade them to give employees discounts on products. I’ve started writing already, but I would really appreciate any help/ideas people could give.

The employer might have its reasons for not offering employee discounts.

1) The company has a slim profit margin on its products. If they offered employee discounts, that margin could be even smaller or eliminated completely. It’s even possible they could lose money on the sale when considering the cost of the product and all the marketing, packaging, etc., that went into it.

2) Tax issues: If an employee discount on a sale is too much, the amount you saved can be considered taxable income TO YOU. That would require additional record keeping and reporting.

Remember, companies don’t really like to do anything unless there’s a cost benefit. The only impact I imagine you would have is if you had a large number of employees behind your effort and that you all will quit if you do not get a discount. The cost benefit there is that the company could save money by offering the discount and thus save on recruiting costs. Then again, you said you’re a store employee so you all can be booted out the door and replaced easily since this company is considered popular.

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We are planning a trip to Los Angeles. We want to stay at Santa Monica, but the hotel prices are way too pricey. We may stay in Los Angeles, not sure yet. Depends on hotels. I hear all of the time that there are ways to get big discounts, but I don’t know how to do that.

Triple A is usually the common discount if you’re a member.

As far as big discounts, if you’re a big traveler you might want to look into becoming a Leisure Travel Consultant. You get great LTC rates on hotels, resorts, cruises, rental cars, etc. As well as make commissions from any sales you make.

If you don’t like the idea of being an LTC, you could check out becoming a Dreamtrips member. Hands down they offer the best deals on luxury hotels, resorts, and trips i’ve ever seen. They’re pretty unbelievable. I was sold as soon as I looked at what they had to offer and they keep adding more. With Dreamtrips the deals are for you and a guest/spouse and often includes the kids too. Definitely worth looking into.

Hope this helped.

We are going to be homeschooling this year and I was wondering how we might be able to get discounts on school supplies in places like Staples or Office max.

It is easy. Provide a copy of a letter that proves you are HSing. That could be the acceptance letter from the school district, membership in your local State Organization, or membership in HSLDA. Then fill out the form. You’ll get discounts at Office Stores, major bookstores, and Apple Computer. We got great deals on laptop computers.

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I’m planning on booking a trip and I notice that they give you a $50 discount by presenting a code. But I read that you can get bigger discounts on some trips. How does that works?

Thanks!

There are a bunch of Campus Managers, and each of them has a code. This is why there are different codes. You can get a bigger discount on trips that, for example are advertised as "$100 off" on EF College Break’s website if they are having a promotion on the trip. But if you are just using a Campus Manager code, they are all worth $50 off any trip. Also, if you have taken a trip with EF College Break before, and you book another trip within a certain time period (a month) you can also get an extra $100 off any trip you book. So basically, with a CM code you get $50 off any trip, plus any advertised amount off EF College Break advertises a sale on. I hope this makes sense. Anyway, if you are looking to book, you can use my Campus Manager discount code, it is West2009, and will get you $50 off any trip. If you have any more questions, feel free to message me.

Hi Guys This is a video mainly for the UK, but should apply anywhere. Using a student discount can help lower the costs of getting an Apple computer. Link to UK Student site:

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I am a college student and am planning a trip to Italy this December. My other friends are flying Delta and I can get a round-trip ticket for about $750. If I call, do they offer any types of discounts that I might be eligible for?

Also, what are great ways to save money while traveling abroad?

A round-trip fare from the USA to Italy for $750 in December is good to great. Take it, especially if it lets you fly with your friends (same flight).

Airlines no longer offer student discounts, but take your student ID with you as museums and other attractions in Europe usually do offer student discounts.

Do join gthe airline’s frequent flier program unless you already belong to a partner program:

https://www.delta.com/skymilesenrollment/skymiles/enrollment/index.jsp?t_cc=sm0010

Western Europe was expensive before the US Dollar took a pounding in the exchange markets, so there is a limit to how cheaply you can travel. However, being prepared and spending a little money before leaving home can save a lot of problems & costs later.

Packing properly will both save you from having to buy basics in Europe (expensive) and from having to waste time shopping for them.

Some tips (no particular order):

Check with your home medical insurance to find out if it covers you in Europe. If yes, take proof of coverage with you and have a general idea of how to make a claim from Europe (call them and ask). If no, you should get trip insurance. It’s cheap and sold by travel agencies. You can also get coverage for trip cancellation and lost luggage.

Almost all airlines allow at least one checked bag free on international trips, but some now charge for a second bag. Know the airline’s policy so it isn’t a surprise. Tag your luggage inside & outside with your name (as it appears on your ticket), a phone number someone reliable will answer, your e-mail address, and our frequent flier number.

A small backpack makes a good carry-on, and you can use one you already have (ex. book bag). DON’T carry your passport or money/credit cards in your backpack.

You can travel almost indefinately using a carry-on and one suitcase of clothing. Choose items that mix & match and that don’t need dry cleaning. Wear one set of not-too-casual clothes on the flight, pack a complete set of clothes plus basic toiletries in your carry-on, and pack 5 complete sets of clothing in your suitcase. Take one set of dressy clothing/shoes/accessories for going to nice restaurants/clubs unless you are certain you won’t need it.

There will be laundry service in Italy. If using it isn’t practical you can wash clothes in a sink using shampoo. Conditioner helps reduce wrinkles.

You don’t say where in Italy you plan to go and it’s not all the same weather in winter. Do the research and pack accordingly. For example, Rome is mainly chilly to damp + chilly in December.

Take a suppy of over the counter medications for headache/colds (Tylenol, etc.), indigestion (Rolaids, Alka-Seltzer), and travel diarrhea (Pepto-Bismol). Also bandaids, anti-biotic salve, eye-drops, and lip balm (Carmx). A travel sewing kit can save a lot of aggravation. You can get all of it in Europe but it will cost more, the brands will be unfamiliar, and you may need the items when it’s not convenient to go shopping.

If you wear eyeglasses or contacts take an extra pair.

Pack water flavor packets like Crystal Light, and take a few snack bars so you don’t have to find a store as soon as you arrive.

Don’t take anything electrical that requires a voltage converter. Either get dual-voltage appliances or buy what you need in Europe.

The good news is that many devices now (laptops, cellphone chargers, i-Pods, etc.) normally accept any voltage and all you need is a plug adapter. Look on the power upply to be certain – it should say something like "Input 100-240V".

You can get plug adapters at luggage shops. This is an example of a plug adapter/surge protector, but stores like BestBuy sell them:

http://studenttravel.about.com/od/techtoys/gr/electricadapter.htm

Get an under the trousers security belt for your passport and most of your cash/plastic. This is an example and they are sold at luggage shops:

http://www.travelsmith.com/jump.jsp?itemType=PRODUCT&RS=1&itemID=11019&fromNewSearch=true&mercadoResultId=1

You need a passport if you don’t already have one. Consider getting a Passport Card in addition to the regular passport. It makes great secondary ID and lets you keep your passport tucked away.

http://www.travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html

If you don’t want to or don’t have time to get a passport card then take with you your state driving license or state ID card.
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Call the issuers for any credit/debit cards you might use and let them know you are going to Europe. Otherwise you risk triggering an automatic security hold on the card, which will require calling the USA to get the hold lifted.

Scan the photo page of your passport, other ID, and the fronts & backs of your credit/debit cards and send the images to yourself in an e-mail message. That way you have access to the information in case anything is lost or stolen.

Public transit in Europe is usually good and passes (day, week, month (are usually available.

Every large bookstore will have multiple travel guides for Italy, and more are available online. Plan your trip and look for potential problems such as "The museum is closed on Tuesdays".

Prices for food & drink immediately around major attractions can be outrageous. Carry some snacks & drinks (backpack) you got at a grocery store instead of paying $10 for a Coke at the stand outside the Vatican (or whatever).

Most hotels offer a breakfast buffet that is included in the room cost. You can make some sandwiches and take them with you (backpack). Note that some hotels don’t allow guests to take food away from the buffet. If you are told "no", don’t argue but ask for directions to a grocery store.

Hope you have a good trip!

me and my friends are planning to go on the 28th and the 31st. but after looking at the prices, some of my friends are starting to change their minds. ive been to hhn for the last two years and i kno that there are discount tickets in certain places. but im having trouble finding them. where can i find discount tickets, or at least discounts for the event?

get them at ralphs
there like 20 bucks cheaper
i went twice and get mine there
but u can only choose certain dates
btw halloween is the most expensive and wont have a discount

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