nynva Posted February 16, 2011 Report Share Posted February 16, 2011 Hotel prices are through the roof. I got the Sheraton for $60 bucks a few months back, now the prices have went up tremendously for 2/19-21. Gesh! Is there a convention. Link to comment
thereuare Posted February 17, 2011 Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 Welcome to BetterBidding!It's not as bad as Vegas, but rates in Atlantic City can vary greatly from midweek vs. weekend, as well as week-to-week and day-to-day, based upon shows, boxing matches, etc.My guess is that you're seeing much higher prices for these nites on account of the holiday weekend (President's Day)... with many schools and offices closed on Monday, many local to the area (within a 100 mile radius) use Atlantic City as a good opportunity to get away for the weekend without needing to get on a plane.What is the best rate you're able to find thru conventional booking channels? What is your maximum bid for this stay?Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
nynva Posted February 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 Thanks for responding. I had no idea they change so drastically. It's even different today. I bombed out on my tries yesterday, so I need to wait for the 24 hour period. I'm looking at 3.5 - hoping to get the Sheraton. Which I absolutely loved a few months back. Close to all the shops and walking distance to the Casinos. I agree with the Holiday being the reason for the elevated prices.Traveling 3/19-21 and I started out bidding $70 bucks and went to $89. But my max will be about $110 for 3.5 star. Maybe that's a bit much huh! Link to comment
thereuare Posted February 17, 2011 Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 At current prices i don't think you're in the right ballpark, but if you want to give it a try...At the 3.5* level you have THREE re-bid zones. If you're not familiar with re-bidding please read Priceline Re-Bidding Explained and feel free to ask questions and/or confirm your re-bid zones with the board before proceeding.Select 3.5* Atlantic City...Bid $95, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $100, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $105, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $110Any questions feel free to ask.Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.Good luck and let us know how it goes. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
nynva Posted February 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 Thanks for the advice.... I'll keep you posted. You guys here are great! Link to comment
nynva Posted February 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 You would not believe it, but the price dropped in AC just this afternoon by $50 bucks! I've been watching all morning and part of the afternoon. Link to comment
thereuare Posted February 17, 2011 Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 You've just won your first bet and have even gotten to AC yet :)Have you since tried bidding?Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
nynva Posted February 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 That was funny! :) Well the ole man said let's play it cool and go south! So, we are going to VA-Beach instead. I'm going to post on there when I bid tomorrow. I've been so busy today watching Atlantic City, that I can't even wrap my head around VA-Beach yet. I was there this time last year and won a bid for Wyndam at $39 plus tax and fees. Oh well, until next time AC/NJ. See on the VA site in a few for my winning bid! :) Link to comment
AaronJB Posted February 17, 2011 Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 Thank you for keeping us updated; please let us know if you need help with your VA Beach stay and what you decide.Thanks for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches. Link to comment
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