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Costco's playing Santa (early!) for some lucky members! They're sending out emails with a promo code for $50 off online orders of $500 or more. The catch? It's a targeted offer, so you'll need to check your inbox for the subject line: 'Our Gift to YOU: [Something] at Checkout for $50 OFF $500+'. This could be a fantastic opportunity to stock up on those bigger-ticket items or essentials you were already planning to buy, essentially getting a cool 10% discount.
Keep in mind a few things: this is online only and not valid in-warehouse. Also, there are some exclusions: think new memberships, renewals, gift cards, precious metals, travel, and a few other services. So, before you start filling your virtual cart, read the fine print on the email. The offer's good until January 18, 2026, giving you plenty of time to plan your shopping spree! This is a rare discount from Costco, so if you got the email, definitely take advantage of it.
Why This Matters for Your Strategy
News in the points-and-miles world moves fast, and promotional changes often have a short window. If this announcement affects a card or program you hold, log into your awardtrail dashboard to check your current benefit usage, bonus progress, and whether a transfer or redemption makes sense right now — before terms change.
As a general rule: transfer points only when you have a specific redemption in mind — transfers are almost always one-way and non-reversible. If you're unsure of the value, check our redemption guides before acting.
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