So I believe i have a general idea on how the system works, and plan to use the links provided here once i do decide to start bidding. My question has more to do with when to start actually bidding. My wife and I are planning on backpacking for a month through Europe, but not until May of next year. The Hotwire and Priceline bidding systems seem like they are geared towards last second travel. So when should we start trying to put in bids? As soon as possible? 6 months out? Would we have the best luck significantly closer to the date of our trip? Thanks in advance for any help.
