This One Costco Shopping Hack Could Help You Save Hundreds

Costco is a paradise for thrifty shoppers, selling everything from bulk items at a discount to their famous $1.50 hot dogs. But budget-friendly deals aren't the only bargain you can bag at this box store. One simple Costco shopping hack can help you save big on entertainment, food, and travel long after you leave the store: buying gift cards. 

Why You Should Purchase Gift Cards at Costco

Costco offers a wide variety of discounted gift cards. These are not only handy for easy gifting, but you can also buy them to spend on yourself and save a ton at restaurants, theme parks, movie theaters, sporting events, and more. There are no additional fees or taxes on any gift card purchases, which means the price you see is the price you pay. 

These cards can be purchased at both brick-and-mortar locations and through Costco.com. Some recent offers include:

• $500 Southwest Airlines gift card for $449.99

• $100 worth of Domino’s gift cards for $79.99

• $75 worth of Subway gift cards for $59.99

• $100 worth of Spafinder gift cards for $79.99 

• $100 worth of Dave & Buster’s for $79.99

• $50 Cinemark Theatres gift card for $39.99

• $100 worth of California Pizza Kitchen gift cards for $79.99

• $100 worth of Nintendo gift cards for $89.99

• $100 worth of iHop gift cards for $79.99

• $60 worth of Krispy Kreme gift cards for $44.99

Tips for Added Savings

Are you already excited by the possibility of marked-down gift cards? You’re in luck — you can extend your savings even further with these tips.

• Pay for gift cards with a cash-back credit card for a larger discount.

• Sign up for a Costco Executive Membership, which offers a 2% annual cashback reward for up to $1,000. 

• Keep your eye open for holiday sales. Costco discounts many gift cards even further at various points during the year. 

• Visit your local Costco in person to check if they’re selling gift cards for local businesses that may not be available in the online store.

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