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• The Problem with Hotwire
  April 22, 2013 8:09 am
  When you book a room on Hotwire, there's one big catch. Ed Perkins reveals what you should watch out for. read more
• New Booking Site Offers Yet Another Approach to Hotel Deals
  October 30, 2012 1:02 pm
  Ed Perkins takes a peek at BackBid.com, a newcomer to the OTA market offers a fresh take on hotel bidding but also some disadvantages. read more
• Hotel Rates Are Going up ... or Are They?
  September 25, 2012 9:50 am
  Two different reports on average hotel rates show strikingly disparate results. So are hotels getting cheaper, or more expensive? read more
• Why Europe Is One of Fall's Top Deal Destinations
  September 14, 2012 3:42 pm
  Find out why Europe could be the smartest destination for budget-minded travelers this year. read more
• Use Miles to Purchase Opaque Hotels: Deal or No Deal?
  May 10, 2012 3:17 pm
  "I'm looking for something that can be made for a dime, sold for a dollar, and is habit-forming." The big airlines have come very close to that ideal in their frequent-flyer programs. read more
• Where 'Budget' Hotels Aren't Budget Friendly
  May 1, 2012 5:06 pm
  Which cities have heartstopping budget-hotel prices, and what you can do to ensure the best buy. read more
• Priceline Made Easy? New Tool Helps Secure Best Price
  October 20, 2011 10:37 am
  Ed Perkins on a new website, and a few new tools, that make "blind buying" a piece of cake. read more
• Priceline Made Easy? New Tool Helps Secure Best Price
  October 20, 2011 7:45 am
  Ed Perkins on a new website, and a few new tools, that make "blind buying" a piece of cake. read more
• Shop the Flash Sites - But Carefully
  August 17, 2011 2:46 pm
  Flash sales are the current big thing in travel deals. You have a very short time to buy the deal, but it's usually good over several weeks to months. And some of the deals are really good, though with some caveats. read more
• Get Pro-Active For Europe Travel
  January 21, 2011 12:00 am
  Late-winter or early-spring European prices are generally better than in the peak summer season, and additional sales are available. But the deals won't come to you. read more
• Next Two Weeks a Good Time to Book That Holiday Flight
  December 3, 2010 9:13 am
  The period between November 29 and December 13 is the "sweet spot" for buying air tickets for holiday travel. read more
• Save Your Money or Your Trip?
  October 8, 2010 12:00 am
  Sometimes when you book a hotel you are greeted with less-than-acceptable accommodations upon arrival. Do you tough it out and save your money or cut your losses and save your trip? read more
• Affordable Fall Getaways Across the Country
  October 5, 2010 3:24 pm
  Cheaper prices and fewer crowds make autumn an ideal time to travel. Find deals whether you want to visit a city, peep foliage in a small town, or head on a cruise to the Bahamas. read more
• Where Are the Fall and Winter Senior Travel Deals?
  October 1, 2010 12:00 am
  Ed Perkins offers his take on how to find senior discounts on rail tickets, hotels, car rentals, and other travel-related markets. read more
• Private Sale Sites: Deal or No Deal?
  September 17, 2010 12:00 am
  If you've ever wanted to travel a bit over your usual level, take a look at the emerging new "private sale" marketplace. Ed Perkins offers his take on these sites and the deals they offer. read more
• Making the Most of the Fall Travel Season
  September 3, 2010 9:34 am
  If you're fortunate enough that you can travel when you want, instead of when your employer or school wants, fall is a great time to get going. Ed Perkins offers up ideas. read more
• Airfare 301: The Buying Process Made Easy
  August 23, 2010 12:00 am
  Ed Perkins explains how to work your way through the maze of Internet-based buying channels—with a few necessary detours—to find the best airfare for your itinerary. read more
• More Options Emerge in Online Accommodations Marketplace
  August 19, 2010 12:00 am
  New sites offer everything from last-minute deals on vacation rentals to "secret sales" for conventional hotels. Ed Perkins weighs in on the good, the bad, and the ugly. read more
• Airfare 101: How Do I Get the Best Airfare?
  August 9, 2010 12:00 am
  How do you know when and where to fly for the best deals? Ed Perkins explains what seasons and days of the week are best for snagging a bargain. read more
• How to Find Good Deals on Hotwire and Priceline
  August 5, 2010 12:00 am
  Opaque travel sites are not scams, but if you don't know what you're doing, and how the systems work, you can be very disappointed. Ed Perkins explains how to find the good deals. read more
• Deal or No Deal? How to Decide!
  July 30, 2010 12:00 am
  Ultimately, the best judge of a "good" deal is going to be you. But, there are some important benchmarks you can use to help you determine the value of a given deal. read more
• Sticker Shock! Summer Car Rental Prices Going Way Up
  October 25, 2010 3:07 pm
  The past year showed major increases in rental car prices, which have remained unchanged into this summer. Don't fret, however: With some patience and planning, you can find a deal. read more
• Stretch Your Dollar in Europe This Summer
  April 30, 2010 12:00 am
  The euro is hovering around $1.30, but you can still stretch your money. Find out how to save on airfare, car rentals, and hotels, and what to do about that stubborn currency exchange. read more
• How to Find the Lowest Airfare
  March 19, 2010 12:00 am
  Logically, the lowest fares should be nonstop, right? Ed Perkins compares nonstop to connecting flights to see what itineraries offer the lowest fares, and shares tips on finding the best rates. read more
• More Ways to Find Cheap Hotel Accommodations
  March 11, 2010 12:00 am
  For a short time, Priceline is posting recent successful bid prices for hotels, while Quikbook has added an "opaque" booking feature. So, how do you find good deals? Ed Perkins explains. read more
• Private Sale Sites Give Consumers More Travel Deal Options
  March 10, 2010 12:00 am
  Private sale websites evoke experiences more than products, stock up with limited-time offers, and project the image of a gated community. But are the deals for real? Ed Perkins takes a close look. read more
• Top Secret Hotels and Accessibility Search Options
  February 26, 2010 12:00 am
  Online travel agencies keep updating the ways you can search their sites. The latest? The ability to find hotels with a range of accessibility features and a "Top Secret Hotels" option. read more
• Italy and France on a Shoestring Budget ... Even in the Summer
  January 26, 2010 12:00 am
  The Deal Detective investigates the cheapest options when visiting two European countries during one vacation. The answer may surprise you. read more
• Travel Trends That Will Shape 2010
  January 9, 2010 7:07 am
  Will good deals be plentiful in the coming year? Which destinations will offer good values for your vacation dollars? Wonder no more. Here's how to cope with the changing travel landscape. read more
• AARP Updates Travel Discounts for 2010
  January 8, 2010 12:00 am
  Many hotel and car rental companies offer up to 25 percent off rates for AARP members, but is this the biggest discount you can get? Ed Perkins explains how to find the best deal. read more

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