I recently considered becoming a Travelzoo member but found the entire experience frustrating and not worth the hassle. The $40 membership fee seemed reasonable at first, but after exploring what was actually available, I quickly realized it was a waste of money. Many of the advertised deals were either misleading or had such limited availability that they were nearly impossible to book. The fine print on most offers made it clear that they were only valid during off-peak times or required additional fees that weren’t obvious upfront. Of course, the fee was nonrefundable and nobody was willing to help. Customer service was another major disappointment. I had questions before committing, but getting a clear response was like pulling teeth. There is no way to communicate online. When I finally reached someone, they were dismissive and unhelpful. If this is how they treat potential customers, I can’t imagine what it’s like for people who actually need help after booking. The website itself also felt clunky, making it difficult to navigate or find real value in the deals. Between the lack of transparency, poor customer service, and the frustration of finding usable deals, I can confidently say that the Travelzoo membership is not worth it. Save your $40 and look elsewhere for travel discounts.