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Saving by Checking Posted Priceline Winning Hotel Bids

Did you know that Priceline posts winning hotel bids on its site? Check out: See Winning Hotel bids in Top Cities from $28 per night! I love that More

Ask for a High-floor Hotel Room

While traveling, I always ask politely for a high floor hotel room and the results can be spectacular. To whet your appetite, check out some of the views More

I Talk Priceline with Emily Starbuck Gerson

Check out my interview with Emily Gerson of Maiden Voyage. See if you think I convinced Emily to use Priceline.com. As with so many enthusiastic travelers, Emily loves More

Find Hotwire Hotel Names

As you probably know, for hotel room only reservations, Hotwire like Priceline’s “Name your own price” option does not reveal the name of the hotel where you’ll stay More

Maximizing Your Priceline Hotel & Car Bookings

You’ve booked a Priceline “Name your own price” hotel room and car rental. Hopefully, you’ve paid a lot less than others for these. But, does that leave you More

Where to Stay in Las Vegas: Strip or Downtown?

Recently received a question on Twitter whose answer veteran Las Vegas travelers already know: Where’s the best area to stay in Las Vegas, near the airport or downtown? More

Hotwire To Subsidize Carbon Offsets

Effective immediately, Hotwire.com becomes the first travel company to give a financial incentive to purchase carbon offsets. When Hotwire customers book a hotel, rental car, or flight, they More

Hotwire Typical Hotel Names Revealed

As you probably know, for hotel room only reservations, Hotwire does not reveal the name of the hotel where you will stay until you pay. You’ll know its More

“Name Your Own Price” Hotels for Small Groups

Have a small group? You can now book up to 9 rooms at one time using Priceline’s “Name your own price” bidding. This means extra savings for class More