For business travelers visiting St. Thomas, the National Emerald Club is the most powerful tool for saving time and enhancing comfort at Cyril E. King Airport (STT). Here is why it is the top choice for corporate travelers.
Skip the Counter
The biggest benefit of Emerald Club for business travelers is the ability to skip the counter entirely. Instead of waiting in line, members walk directly to the Emerald Aisle, choose their vehicle, and drive off. During peak arrival times, this can save 30-60 minutes.
Time Is Money
For business travelers, time is valuable. The skip-the-counter feature means:
- No waiting in lines
- No paperwork at the counter
- Faster transition from airport to meetings
- More time for productive work
The Emerald Aisle Advantage
Emerald Club members reserve a midsize car but can choose any vehicle in the Emerald Aisle. At STT, the Aisle often includes:
- Full-size sedans
- Standard SUVs
- Premium vehicles
- Sometimes Jeep Wranglers
This means you can drive away in an SUV or premium vehicle for the price of a midsize — a significant value for business travelers.
Earning Credits
Emerald Club members earn rental credits on every qualifying rental:
- Credits accumulate with each paid rental
- After a set number of rentals, you earn a free rental day
- Free days can be used at STT or any National location worldwide
- Executive and Executive Elite tiers earn credits faster
Executive Status
Frequent business travelers can achieve higher status levels:
- Executive: Guaranteed upgrades, bonus credits
- Executive Elite: Maximum benefits, priority service
These statuses are earned through a certain number of paid rentals per year.
Free Additional Driver
Emerald Club members can add a spouse or domestic partner as an additional driver at no extra cost. This is valuable for business travelers whose spouses accompany them on trips.
How to Join
Emerald Club membership is free. Business travelers should:
- Sign up online before their trip
- Link the membership number to their reservation
- Present their driver's license and credit card at pickup
- Head to the Emerald Aisle instead of the counter
Corporate Integration
For companies, Emerald Club can be integrated with National's corporate rental program, combining the skip-the-counter benefit with centralized billing and negotiated rates.
