There is a new targeted Amex Offer out today that’s good for $100 back when you spend $500 or more with Cruise America RV rentals. When this comes out, there is also usually an alternate offer that gives 10,000 Membership Rewards when spending the same $500. This could be a great offer for those looking to dip their toes into the world of RV rentals.
The Deal
- A new targeted Amex Offer for Cruise America RV Rental which offers $100 back when you spend $500 or more towards an RV rental.
- Expires 4/7/25
Key Terms
- Offer valid for RV rentals booked with authorized Cruise America RV rental centers in the U.S., by calling 1-800-671-8041, or online directly at cruiseamerica.com.
- Includes additional fees.
- Eligible transactions made at physical authorized dealers will only qualify if made via Cruise America.
- Eligible rentals must meet a minimum of $500 and be completed and paid for by 4/7/2025 in order to qualify.
- Excludes Cruise Canada or transactions made at authorized locations in Canada.Excludes third party websites.
Quick Thoughts
This could be a decent little offer if you’re looking to test out RV travel. My family recently got invited on a camping trip in a couple of weeks. I’m not a tent camper, so I’ve been looking at VRBO/Airbnb rentals in the vicinity of the camping park (no chain hotels within an hour’s drive). Renting an RV instead would work out to be about the same price with this offer. Unfortunately, pick up points aren’t particularly close to me, but I’m still considering this just for the experience.
If I had both offers, I would use the Membership Rewards version since I value Membership Rewards points at greater than 1c per point.
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A few things to consider with the RV rental. One is that RVs, while usually more comfortable than tents, still aren’t going to have nearly the comfort of an Airbnb. (I say “usually” because people can really glamp out tent camping and I’ve seen some super comfy and spacious tent set ups.) Beds can be very short and cramped, and kitchen and bathroom spaces tend to be extremely tight.
The advantage of the RV is that you can take your house with you, so it might lose some of the appeal if you are staying in one place. Plus, driving around a huge vehicle can be a pain and handling sewage and water isn’t always a lot of fun.
One really nice thing about an RV is that there is nothing like stepping outside your door and being in the middle of a national park or other wild setting for your morning coffee. However, you might check the camping area you are going to and see what the sites are like for hook-ups. Some places, especially national parks, can have beautiful wooded pull-through sites. In other places the trailer/RV area has all the charm of a Walmart parking lot. In the later situation you might find a home rental that is more secluded and picturesque than the camping spot.
One final note is to check insurance coverage costs because your CSR or Venture X isn’t likely to cover the rental.