i guess my rates would be a little higher because it's just a few days before labor day weekend...stronger demand for hotels as you said. with that in mind, i'm willing to settle for DT 2.5* to have a better chance of winning since i've seen others win DT 3* @ $120 per the win calendar. my max bid for 2.5* / 3* would be $95/night/room. 3* airport zone is fine as well. so parents can take shuttle instead of leaving with us and waiting around the airport waiting for their flight to depart. max bid...$95 for 3*. as far as back-up, i have a few options: - stay with aunt who lives in south seattl