Thursday, January 31, 2013

Second, search discounted hotel and travel websites.  Some popular sites to visit are: Expedia.com,




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With the Internet now an option not only to check hotels' websites, but also to utilize sites such as Expedia.com, hotels.com and a plethora of other travel websites, accommodation special rates copenhagen it is much easier to get the best rate possible if you invest a little time to shop around.
First, check for any and all discounts for which you might qualify.   Whether you are booking through the hotel website or by calling the hotel's direct reservation accommodation special rates copenhagen line, check to see which discounts may apply.  Many hotels offer special discounted rates for seniors—some only for AARP members (membership card required), and others offer a senior rate that is not specific to AARP membership.  What age is a senior?  It all depends on the hotel.  If they don't specify an age, then assume you qualify, as many businesses are flexible on the minimum age of a senior.  Are you retired military?  Ask if the military accommodation special rates copenhagen rate applies, as some hotels offer this for not only active duty, but retirees, accommodation special rates copenhagen as well.  Other popular discounts are AAA membership rates, promotional, and weekend rates.  It is important accommodation special rates copenhagen to check all that are applicable to you, as sometimes the promotional rates are lower than the other discounted rates.  Keep in mind that some of the best promotional rates may have stricter cancellation policies, with some even being non-refundable if you should need to cancel.
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If you are traveling and need a hotel for the same night, try the new mobile-only app, Hoteltonight.com.  This app specifically is for same-day bookings for hotels coast-to-coast. The financial advantage is that some hotels reduce their rate significantly if they haven't sold all of their rooms for that particular night.
In summary, to get the best hotel rate, take some times to check the popular hotel and travel websites, but also go to the hotel's website or call the hotel directly. Even though the travel websites accommodation special rates copenhagen offer special rates, sometimes booking with the hotel directly can save you even more.

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