Hi Administrator! Thanks for the response. I appreciate it. However, I should point out that you seem to be missing the point. All of Priceline's sentiments expressed towards me have included the following: First, their published-rate is the foundation for every transaction they make. Secondly, their published rate is BASED ON THE HOTELS' rate (as their booking system is connected to the hotel, which is something that every customer rep has mentioned). If you combine these two facts, and then go along with your logic, Priceline is purposefully charging a higher rate that what the hotel advertises for the same length stay (5 nights 2/17/12 to 2/22/12) Then check a 5 night stay at the same hotel through Priceline. You will see what I'm saying and the basis for my statements. This leads to 2 results. At best, Priceline is not dilligent enough in following rates from their hotel providers (especially in international and independent hotels) and is taking advantage of their customer's regard for Priceline's reputation and advertising. At worst, this is a purposefully deceitful practice that is intended to make the customer believe Priceline is living up to it's stated goal of discounted rates, when in reality it's knowingly offering the going rate as a "discount" and locking in their customer to a commitment that Priceline knowingly entered into in bad-faith with no intent of offering a discount. I ask you, which of the 2 is it? And in either case, how are they not responsible for their actions? Thank you.