If you follow these rules, you will find the lowest hotel rates:

1. Use consolidators for research and planning

Use travel sites such as Travelocity, Expedia, itravel2000 to search for hotels which fit your needs, location, price range. They now have great tools and maps for research and planning. These sites are also known as consolidators and they charge a higher price if you booked it directly with the hotel.

2. Call the hotel directly

Visit the hotels own website and find their phone number and give them a call. They usually have the most current price over the phone. Be sure to call the local number and not their 1-800 number.

3. Extra discounts for members

Many hotels will give discounts to CAA and AAA members online or ask about member discounts over the phone.

4. Avoid Fridays, Saturdays and Holidays

Hotels charge based on demand and you will see the price on Fridays, Saturdays and special occasions such as Holidays increase by double or even triple the regular prices. Try to avoid these days or holidays when planning your trip or vacation.

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