7 Surprising Benefits of a Prime Membership You Didn’t Know About

One thing about me? I live for a good deal, be it clothing, food, entertainment or literally anything else. Nothing gives me a bigger rush than finding what I’ve been looking for at a big sale. But I’m not a gatekeeper – me Also I love yapping about all the deals I discover. (Trust me, I will *never* let you down if you ask where I get something I wear.)

So when I discovered all the great deals and perks you can unlock with a Prime membership, I was naturally shocked to my core. From travel discounts to memberships for free food delivery, there are so many ways to upgrade your day (and your budget) with Prime. The best part? If you’re between 18 and 24 or a current student, you can try Prime for Young Adults with a six-month trial for $0, then pay a discounted price of $7.49 per month or $69 per year. That is over 50% savingswhich in my opinion is huge.

Ready to discover everything Prime has to offer? Let’s take a look at the deals you didn’t know you needed.

1. Get fast, free shipping on Amazon orders

I don’t know about you, but when I shop online (which is, admittedly, a lot), I want my package to arrive immediately after I click buy. And while immediate delivery isn’t yet available, Prime shipping is faster than ever. You can use it to have millions of items delivered to you FREE two-day, one-day and even same-day delivery in selected areas. So the next time you find yourself running out of your favorite cleaner or need a last-minute product for a themed party, Prime is for you.

2. Treat yourself to a little treat with Grubhub+

We’ve all been there. You’re hanging in your room when it suddenly hits you: the need for a little treat. Luckily, you don’t have to trek all the way to the dining hall or bribe your roommate to let you steal from her snack stash. When you sign up for a Prime membership, you’ll get access to FREE Grubhub+ so you can get your food delivered straight to your door while enjoying unlimited $0 delivery fees, exclusive savings, and more.

3. Get exclusive offers on thousands of products

For my deal lovers, a Prime membership is the ultimate trick. Not only can you benefit from tens of thousands of offers every day, but you also receive exclusive discounts, such as: B. early access to lightning offers before anyone else. And you can’t forget shopping events like Prime Day and Prime Big Deal Days (which are basically holidays for me). Whether you need a birthday gift for your best friend or new decor for your dorm, Prime will help you find exactly what you’re looking for at an affordable price.

4. Watch your favorite shows and movies on Prime Video

Fancy a cozy night this winter break? From viral films like Your idea to epic fantasy series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of PowerWith a Prime membership you get access to thousands of popular movies and TV shows (including exclusive Amazon Originals) on Prime Video, all at no additional cost. Plus, you can watch the films at home or on the go using virtually any device – perfect for keeping yourself entertained on the flight home or hosting a movie night with your hometown best friends.

5. Save on your next vacation with StudentUniverse

Travel girls, this one’s for you. If you are 18-24 or a student, you will be rated with your Young Adult Prime membership significant Save on all trips with StudentUniverse. We’re talking up to 10% off already discounted flights, 10% back on hotels as an Amazon gift card after your trip, and free premium customer support with every booking.

6. Expand your TBR with Prime Reading

Are you trying to reach your reading goal by the end of the year? Prime can help you spend more time tackling your TBR and less time browsing the shelves at bookstores. Your membership includes Prime Reading, which gives you unlimited access to a rotating selection of thousands of eBooks, popular magazines, comics and audiobooks. You can even find a variety of Amazon Original Stories – exclusive, short reads from bestselling authors that are perfect for binging in one sitting.

7. Start your game with Prime Gaming

Whether you’re a leisurely gamer or prefer to keep up with the competition, Prime makes gaming *so* much better. With Prime Gaming you can download, play and keep full PC games, support your favorite streamer with a Twitch channel subscription, and more. The best part? Everything is FREE with your Prime membership!

Did these Prime benefits shock you as much as I did? Walk, don’t run to sign up for your 6-month Young Adult Prime trial for $0 and try it all out for yourself!