We're staying in the Phoenix area, checking in (2 rooms) on June 12 and checking out on June 14. Although we've had some success using Priceline in the Phoenix region (one example - 4* Marriott Scottsdale McDowell Mountain - $50/night), as well as some other locations around the country, I'm always looking to deepen my wisdom about the Priceline experience. We don't ride the Priceline train very much (3 or 4 times/year), so when we do, we want to be pleased with the end result...like anyone does. The three target areas we're hoping to score a great hotel/resort are in: Carefree, Phoenix North and Tempe. Why not Scottsdale, you ask? While Scottsdale has some great hotels and resorts, it also has its fair share of mediocre resorts. For example, the Scottsdale Plaza, Millenium Scottsdale McCormick Ranch and others were lame experiences (before Priceline arrived). Although I'd love to be in the hunt for some of the Scottsdale resorts, there's the fear factor of being awarded a resort that isn't any more appealing than a 2* hotel, which Scottsdale has a handful of. So, over the last week, we've attempted to score a stay at one of the 5*,4* and resort properties in the Carefree, North Phoenix and Tempe area. Any of the 5*/4*/resort options in these target areas are a win. Yes, we've been shooting low. Our highest bid has only been $62. But when you have some time, it doesn't hurt to attempt to score a great hotel at a low price. That's what's fun about Priceline and why we play the game, right? I'm sure you'll suggest we raise our bids or jump into the Scottsdale area, which I'm sure we will in the next few days. But any thoughts would be appreciated.