Travel & Tourism

Planning a getaway, family visit, or well-earned vacation? Service members, veterans, and their families have access to some wonderful travel perks — from special lodging just for the military community, to commercial discounts on flights, cruises, rental cars, and more.

Note: Some discounts may require verification through services such as ID.me or WeSalute+. You can also check our Discounts & Verifications page for quick links to those verification sites.

🌐 Military Travel Resources

Helpful sites for planning trips, getting discounts, or finding support while traveling.

1. Armed Forces Vacation Club – Affordable resorts and vacation packages built around military families.
2. American Forces Travel – The DoD's official booking site (powered by Priceline) with exclusive military-only deals on flights, hotels, cars, and cruises.
3. AMC Space-A Travel (Official) – Learn about eligibility and travel on Air Mobility Command flights.
4. SpaceA.net (Unofficial Aggregator) – A handy directory that brings together Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine, and Coast Guard passenger terminal info in one place.
5. USO Travel Programs – Lounges and travel support that make journeys easier for service members and families.
6. National Park Service Military Pass – Free annual pass to explore America's national parks.

🏨 Armed Forces Recreation Centers (AFRC Resorts)

Exclusive, military-only resorts in some of the world's most desirable destinations.

1. Hale Koa Hotel – A beachfront retreat right on Waikiki, exclusively for the military community.
2. Shades of Green – A family-friendly resort located at Walt Disney World in Florida.
3. Edelweiss Lodge & Resort – A cozy lodge in the Bavarian Alps of Germany, perfect for European getaways.
4. Dragon Hill Lodge – A welcoming stay in the heart of Seoul, South Korea.

🏕️ Regional MWR Lodging

Affordable cabins, campgrounds, inns, and beach cottages operated by each branch's Morale, Welfare & Recreation programs.

1. Army Lodging – Comfortable inns and guest houses on Army posts around the world.
2. Air Force Inns – On-base lodging with convenient access to Air Force installations worldwide.
3. Navy Getaways – From cabins and cottages to campgrounds and RV parks, Navy Getaways has 50+ locations.
4. Marine Corps Lodging (MCCS) – Beach cottages, cabins, and inns located on Marine Corps bases.
5. Coast Guard MWR Lodging – Cozy cottages, RV parks, and recreation centers at Coast Guard facilities.
6. DoD Lodging Portal – A central search hub for Army, Navy, and Air Force lodging worldwide.

✈️ Commercial Travel Discounts

Commercial carriers that offer military and veteran discounts on air, sea, land, and rental cars.

🛫 Airlines

1. United – Military Benefits & Discounts – Extra baggage allowance and special fares for military members.
2. American Airlines – Military Benefits – Travel perks and reduced fares for service members and families.
3. Delta – Military Travel Benefits – Flexible policies, baggage perks, and more for military travelers.
4. Alaska Airlines – Military Fares & Benefits – Discounts, free bags, and priority boarding for military.
5. Southwest – Military Travel – Special fares and flexible booking for service members (call to book).
6. Hawaiian Airlines – Military Customers – Discounted fares and baggage benefits for military and veterans.
7. JetBlue – Military Customers & Discounts – Reduced fares and free checked bag for active duty.

🚢 Cruise Lines

1. Princess Cruises – Military Benefit Program – Up to $250 onboard credit as a thank-you for service.
2. Norwegian Cruise Line – Military Appreciation Program – 10% off cruise fares for U.S. and Canadian military.
3. Royal Caribbean – Special Military Rates – Discounted fares on select sailings for military members.

🚂 Rail & Bus

1. Amtrak – Military Discount – 10% off most rail fares for active duty, dependents, and veterans.
2. Greyhound – Military Discount – 10% off fares with valid military ID.

🚗 Rental Cars

1. National – Government & Military Leisure Travel – Discounted rates for active duty, veterans, retirees, and families.
2. Enterprise – Military & Government Car Rental Discounts – Offers reduced leisure rates and flexible policies for military travelers.
3. Alamo – Government & Military Leisure Travel – Savings on rentals plus flexible options for military and government travelers.
4. Hertz – Government & Military Discount – Up to 25% off base rates with valid military ID or USAA membership.
5. Avis – Military & Veteran Discount – Up to 35% off PAY-NOW rates via WeSalute+ membership.
6. Budget – Military Discount – Up to 35% off PAY-NOW rates through WeSalute+ membership.