Travel and Leisure

Discounts & Benefits WeSalute Review: Thrive in the Heat & Save with Military Discounts on Athletic Apparel & Gear With summer heat now in full swing, many of us are fully embracing the outdoors, whether it's hitting the trails, cycling, or just enjoying longer days. Here at WeSalute, we know that performing your best and staying comfortable in the heat requires the right gear, and we're here to help you make the most of it. Drawing on WeSalute’s 25+ years of experience advising members on military discounts. The WeSalute Review buyer's guide is designed to help you understand and make the most of your valuable WeSalute benefits. That's why we've gathered some fantastic benefits that are available to military personnel and veterans. Our goal is to help you continue your workout journey or perhaps even inspire you to get started, all while saving you money along the way!

Discounts & Benefits Review: Historic Travel Guide for 2025 What if your summer adventure could be both unforgettable and affordable? This year, families can journey through America's rich history, exploring significant sites that offer a profound connection to our nation's past, all without breaking the bank.

Military & Veterans Life Plan Your Visit to the Intrepid Museum Where Military & Veterans Get In For Free Our friends from the Intrepid Museum have announced upcoming dates for important events over the next few months!

Discounts & Benefits Review: Shoulder Season Travel Savings for Military & Veterans in 2025 With summer now in full swing and the holidays still a distant thought, savvy travelers are already looking ahead to "tweener" trips during the shoulder seasons (Fall 2025/Spring 2026). This is the time between peak and off-season, offering a balance of pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and potentially lower prices. Let's explore some popular options for late 2025 and early 2026.

Discounts & Benefits Review: The Ultimate Traveler Guide to Military & Veteran Flight Discounts Finding affordable flights can be tough, and military members and veterans deserve recognition for their service, especially when traveling for leisure, work, or family visits. WeSalute honors your service by offering exclusive airfare discounts and travel benefits, and we also provide tips on where to find the best travel deals.

Discounts & Benefits National Military Appreciation Month & Memorial Day Military Discounts 2025 National Military Appreciation Month concluded on May 31st. While the dedicated month for widespread military appreciation has passed, many companies continue to offer special discounts and savings for service members, veterans, and their families year-round.

Discounts & Benefits WeSalute Review: Getting Military Discounts & Deals in Stores and Restaurants Our WeSalute Members report that they have the advantage of using their WeSalute+ ID Card, as a secure military ID to redeem military discounts, without having to have a government-issued military ID or using their sensitive military documents, such as the DD214.

Military & Veterans Life Review: Romantic Destinations Travel Savings Guide Ever since the holidays, our nation has been gripped by extremely frigid weather. Snow, winds, and cold are always a temptation for stress. With that in mind, and Valentine’s Day 3 weeks away, our travel editors are appealing to your romantic side this week, with our five best romantic travel ideas for you.

Military & Veterans Life Review: Top Military & Veteran Travel Tips for the 2024 Holidays The rush is on: Millions of Americans nationwide are preparing their holiday travel. So, for those that are in need of some last minute inspiration, we proudly present the four best ways to enjoy the holidays and this winter season.

Discounts & Benefits Scott’s View: Independence Day Represents A Time for Gratitude and Seeing the Country You Served With the start of Independence Day holiday this coming week, many towns across America are planning fireworks shows, parades and cookouts to celebrate our nation's 248th birthday.

Discounts & Benefits Veterans Day 2023: Food Freebies for Veterans and Active Duty Personnel - Part I Veterans Day is coming! And businesses across the country are announcing ways to honor and support active U.S. military, veterans, and their loved ones on Veterans Day. Publishing the Veterans Advantage Directory of “Veterans Day Deals, Discounts, & Freebies” has become a popular annual tradition.

Discounts & Benefits Scott’s View: Members Only Sale Kicks Off Ahead of National Veterans and Military Families Month This is one of our favorite times of the year, as we get ready for the month of November for National Veterans and Military Families Month. With Veterans Day also around the corner, on November 11, we are working hard with our partners to get the best offers for you as “A Real Thank You” for your service.

Discounts & Benefits Scott’s View: Military & Veterans Save on Back-To-School Shopping With Veterans Advantage Back-to-school season is in full swing. For starters, with the expansion of our exclusive partnership with Harry & David, your savings on gift baskets now include meal delivery.

Discounts & Benefits Scott’s View: Start the New Year Right with Veterans Advantage With 2023 upon us, how can you act on your New Year’s resolutions? To reach some of your goals, you can look to Veterans Advantage’s exclusive offers.

Discounts & Benefits Scott's View: How to Use Our Exclusive Offers at 7-Eleven Stores Nationwide Summer often means a time for vacations and other outdoor activities. And no doubt, in this high-price economy, you’re looking for a price break on a quick meal or snack when you’re traveling.

Discounts & Benefits Scott's View: Book An Exclusive Vacation Package This Summer with Veterans Advantage This week, we’re focusing on recognizing dad for Father’s Day with special gifts, as well as other exclusive summer savings with VetRewards. First and foremost, enjoy the day with dad!

Discounts & Benefits Scott’s View: Great Gift Giving Options for Dads & Grads Veterans Advantage is the place to shop for all ages! For instance, Father’s Day is only about two weeks away, and you have tons of options for that special dad in your life. And with kids getting out of school over the coming month, we want to remind you to recognize their school accomplishments with great graduation gifts. 

Discounts & Benefits Scott's View: Reminder: Alaska Airlines 10% sale is good for three more weeks With the good news that Covid has dramatically declined in recent weeks, we’re seeing airline traffic rising once again. The timing couldn’t be better, and if last year is any predictor, you should lock in your travel now before bookings surge going into the spring break and summer travel seasons.

Discounts & Benefits Scott’s View: Recognizing American Airlines Chief Operating Officer & West Pointer David Seymour We hope you enjoy today’s TopVet feature of David Seymour, the Chief Operating Officer of American Airlines and a West Point graduate.

Discounts & Benefits Scott’s Corner: Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals with Veterans Advantage I hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving! Now, the fun starts. With today being Black Friday, and Cyber Monday this coming Tuesday, you’ll be inundated with deals to help round out your gift-giving list for your friends and loved ones.

Discounts & Benefits Scott's View: Veterans Advantage Answers the Most Pressing Needs of our Military & Veterans I hope you had a memorable and restful Veterans Day.

Discounts & Benefits Scott's View: Veterans Advantage Helps Defend Against High Prices Not a day goes by that we don’t see news headlines talking about soaring prices. You’ve  probably seen it in your food shopping, energy bills, and shopping for everyday items to keep your home stocked. Veterans Advantage is here to help - as we always say, You Protect Our Country. We Protect Your Wallet!

Discounts & Benefits Scott's View: Honoring You with Family Exclusives with VetRewards As we often say at Veterans Advantage, “when one serves, the whole family serves.” And that’s the spirit behind countless exclusive offerings we have for you and your family. With our special “Buy One / Get Two Free” sale, you and your family can get started today!

Discounts & Benefits Scott's View: New Travel Savings with Veterans Advantage Covers Airfare and Hotels Did you know that one of our most popular offers is a new one?