billyblaze Posted September 23, 2005 Report Posted September 23, 2005 Wanted to post my losing bids to help others. Very surprised by Priceline's lack of rooms for Columbus day weekend. The vacation package has airfare from newark with 3 nights at the Royal Palm for $270.00 per person (2 people) ($540.00 per couple) INCLUDING taxes & fees. I bid up to $125.00 a night (taxes & fees equal $437.38) & get nothing. Is airfare only worth $50.00 per person in the vacation package? Howire has the Palm for $170.00 a night but taxes & fees are $120 for a 3 night stay. I do have a back up hotel so not all is lost. Any advise would be welcome.
thereuare Posted September 23, 2005 Report Posted September 23, 2005 Have you looked at both EasyClickTravel and QUIKBOOK? Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
billyblaze Posted September 24, 2005 Author Report Posted September 24, 2005 I have been checking both. Can not find anything I like.
jluff Posted September 24, 2005 Report Posted September 24, 2005 What about this 4* beachfront for $101 a night?? anyone know what this is? I am actually considering for myself....but on the other hand.. could this actually be the Holiday inn south beach..listed as a 4*?? that would be my only concern.You may have to paste this in Theruares' reverse EasyClickTravel search:http://www.easyclicktravel.com/PageHotelDe...archCompleted=1"Conveniently located on the beach, surrounded by lush palm trees and sunlight pouring in through every window, this oceanfront South Beach hotel caters to both the budget conscious leisure and business traveler by offering all the amenities of a four star resort without the additional out-of-pocket expense. An inclusive amenities package features self parking, beachside lounge chairs and umbrellas, fitness center and lighted tennis courts, local calls, 800 access and incoming faxes, electronic in room safe, daily newspaper delivery, and kids twelve and under eat free, dining room only. Spend your South Beach Miami vacation relaxing by our ocean front pool or hitting the waves on our rental wave runners. By night, enjoy one of the nearby outdoor cafes followed by a moonlit walk on the world-famous beach. This South Beach Miami hotel is only minutes from the Port of Miami and within walking distance of endless choices for shopping, dinning, and night life in South Beach, Miami, Florida. The hotel is ideally located in the heart of world famous South Beach."
billyblaze Posted September 24, 2005 Author Report Posted September 24, 2005 This is the Holiday Inn South Beach. "On Request" so probably not available anyway. BTW: The vacation package price for the Royal Palm with airfare from Newark or NYC is now $250 a person. I did hear that the Royal Palm is currently doing renovations so not sure it would be a good place to stay. At this price, I can't see how anyone could complain.
billyblaze Posted September 26, 2005 Author Report Posted September 26, 2005 My 3 days were up & I just tried again. Got a "win" for the South Beach Marriott at $120.00 a night. Bid $175.00 for a Resort -REJECTED. Bid $110.00 for a 4 star-REJECTED with NO counteroffer. Bid $120.00 & got the Marriott. Just cancelled my back up hotel. Very Happy with the Marriott.
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