Solida123 Posted May 23, 2007 #1 Share Posted May 23, 2007 Cruising out of Ft. Lauderdale on Nov. 11 . . . when should I start bidding for all these wonderful hotel rates I hear about near the pier? I'm assuming now is too early? Maybe 3 months out? Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willysgrandma Posted May 23, 2007 #2 Share Posted May 23, 2007 I'd book myself a backup reservation now that I can hold onto in case I can't get a room through Priceline and bid on Priceline a month or two before the cruise. If you get what you want with Priceline, cancel the backup reservation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eandj Posted May 23, 2007 #3 Share Posted May 23, 2007 I'd definitely get something now. Nov. is seeming to be a busy month this year. Even beyond the usual Thansgiving crowd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monicajay Posted May 24, 2007 #4 Share Posted May 24, 2007 Sound advice. Book something now that you are o.k. with but can cancel without any penalty. Wait till at least 2 months before. Read all the winning and refused posts on Biddingfortravel.com and betterbidding.com (which also includes hotwire). If you do get something on priceline or hotwire make sure you post on those sites to help others with their bids. I have been using both Hotwire and Priceline regularly and have only had one poor experience (nothing serious but could have booked the same hotel for the same price) and all the other times it has ranged from good to great. Best Wishes, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solida123 Posted May 24, 2007 Author #5 Share Posted May 24, 2007 thank you all for your responses! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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