Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Phoenix, Arizona - Courtyard by Marriott - Phoenix North / Happy Valley



This Courtyard by Marriott is conveniently located near Sky Harbor Airport, University of Phoenix Stadium, Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, Peoria Sports Complex, Surprise Stadium, Happy Valley Town Center, and several surrounding business parks.

Guests can enjoy the convenience of *high-speed Internet access in either their room or the hotel's state-of-the-art business center. With the warm Arizona winters you can enjoy the hotel's large outdoor pool and spa year-round, or work out in the on-site fitness facility.

The rooms are air-conditioned and feature 32" plasma television with cable, coffee making facilities, alarm clock, 24-hour room service, hairdryer, iron and ironing board.

Dining options include: the on-site restaurant "Courtyard Cafe" - serving breakfast daily - cooked to order eggs and breakfast buffet.

Hotel Address: 2029 Whispering Wind Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85085

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website: Easyclicktravel.com

Sample Dates: 7/13, 8/26, 9/15 (and various others)

Room Details: 1 King (with a sofabed) or the Queen/Queen Room

Rate variation (for sample date 7/13):

Easyclicktravel.com - $51.66

Expedia - $89.95 (No Refund) / $99.95 (*Refundable) *Book this

(These rates shown are for both room types)

Official Hotel Website.

Tripadvisor Hotel Reviews.

This BRG can be booked below:

Expedia.com

Orange, California (Disneyland Vicinity) - Ayres Inn Orange




The Ayres Inn Orange offers an escape to an elegant European-style boutique hotel that's located 2 miles from Disneyland. The inn offers visitors the classic tradition of first-rate service and decor with accents inspired from England, France and Italy. The inviting lobby features a stone fireplace, antiques and floral bouquets.

Fresh fruit and homemade cookies are available throughout the day for guests to nibble on and enjoy. In addition, a complimentary breakfast is served each morning (clearly stated on official hotel website). A fireside evening reception with wine and hors d'oeuvres is also available to guests.

Guest rooms offer classic charm and elegance with the Queen Anne-style beds, plush sofa, spacious writing desk, *refrigerator, coffee maker, hairdryer, dataports, voicemail, and satellite TV.

Hotel Address: 3737 West Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92868

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website: Easyclicktravel.com

Must search "Anaheim, CA" ONLY if you want to locate this property on Easyclicktravel - pass this along to your Expedia claim agent!

Sample Dates: 6/30, 7/20, 8/19, 9/18 (and many random others!)

Room Details: 2 Queens Room / Perhaps the 1 King as well

Common amenity matches: *refrigerator / free breakfast & sofa (king room) are seen on Expedia.com AND official hotel's website ONLY.

Important sidenote: Keep in mind ... If a "free continental breakfast" or other key amenities are stated on the hotel's own website, it helps to validate your claim when the competitor site fails to make mention of them. (Free parking, microwave & refrigerator in ALL rooms, free Internet, etc. are everyday examples of these.)

Rate variation (for sample date 6/30):

Easyclicktravel.com - $90.70 / Expedia.com - $109

Official Hotel Website

Tripadvisor Hotel Reviews

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Monday, June 21, 2010

Dallas, Texas - Adolphus Hotel



The Adolphus was founded in 1912 and is located in the Downtown arts and financial district. It is approximately 20 miles from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Local attractions include Dallas World Aquarium, Conspiracy Museum, Botanic Gardens, Deep Ellum, and Dallas Museum of Art.

On-site dining options include: the French Room (one of Conde Nast Traveler's Top 20 Restaurants in America), The Bistro and Bistro Bar, and Walt Garrison Rodeo Bar & Grill, offering Texan fare. Afternoon tea is also served in the lobby lounge. The property also features a fitness center, business center, and boutique shop.

Guest rooms feature *high-speed wireless Internet access, laptop dataports, dual-line speakerphones, private stocked *minibar / refrigerators, coffee makers, alarm clock radios, hairdryers, bathrobes, cable TV, and signature toiletries.

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 1321 Commerce Street, Dallas, TX 75202

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website: Easyclicktravel.com

Sample Dates: 7/13, 8/26, 9/21 (and various others)

Room Details: Deluxe Room

Common amenity matches: minibar, wireless Internet access

Rate variation (for sample date 8/26):

Easyclicktravel.com - $132.03 / Expedia.com - $167.20


Tripadvisor Hotel Reviews - Rated #7 of 184 Dallas hotels!

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Provo, Utah - Travelodge Provo



This Utah Travelodge is an award-winning property located in the center of Provo. The hotel is within walking distance to many fine dining and shopping options as well as a golf course and water park.

Guests of this property will enjoy a *free continental breakfast, free weekday newspaper, 100% non-smoking rooms, and in-room coffee maker. There is also an outdoor seasonal pool.

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 124 South University Avenue, Provo, UT 84601

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website: Hotelclub.com

Sample Dates: 7/7, 8/26, 10/20 (and various others)

Room Details: Non-Smoking Queen / Non-Smoking King (Standard)

Rate variation (for sample date 7/7):

Hotelclub.com - $66 / Expedia.com - $69.64 (Queen)

Hotelclub.com - $69 / Expedia.com - $72.86 (Standard King)

Rates are for Single or Double Occupancy (1 or 2 Persons)

Official Hotel Website

Tripadvisor Hotel Reviews

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Expedia.com

Sunday, June 20, 2010

Pick up 5000 FREE Spirit Airlines Bonus Miles


Now that Spirit Airlines has made a deal with it's pilots to end their strike, flights have resumed as of last Friday. To thank it's customers for their support and loyalty during these difficult times, Spirit Airlines is giving away 5000 FREE bonus miles to those enrolled. Just provide your name, FREE Spirit frequent flyer number and an e-mail address, and see the miles post into your account within about 45 days. Act fast - you have until June 30, 2010.

Burnsville, Minnesota - LivINN Suites Burnsville



This LivInn Suites is situated in Burnsville, approximately 13 miles from Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport.

Hotel Address: 13080 Aldrich Avenue South, Burnsville, MN 55337

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website:

Logo (A Step Ahead) 120x60

Sample Dates: 7/20, 8/25, 9/15 (and many random others!)

Room Details: King Deluxe, King Premium

Common amenity matches: free breakfast, free parking, microwave & refrigerator, Internet access

Rate variation (for sample dates shown):

Orbitz.com - $58.98 / Expedia.com - $59.00 (King Deluxe)

Orbitz.com - $63.98 / Expedia.com - $64.00 (King Premium)

Remember, minor rate differences (even by just one cent) are valid for the BRG - you still qualify for the $50 coupon! DO NOT settle for "bargains" by claim agents, such as a $25 "compromise coupon" sometimes offered when these minor rate discrepancies exist.

Official Hotel Website

Tripadvisor Hotel Reviews ... Rated #1 of 12 hotels!

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Saturday, June 19, 2010

Escondido, California - Econo Lodge Escondido



This Econo Lodge hotel is conveniently located in north San Diego County, providing easy access to many local points of interest. This property is close to the San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park, Iceoplex Escondido sports facility, Valley View Casino, Mingei International Museum, Kit Carson Park and Frances Ryan Park.

Guests of this hotel will appreciate amenities and features like: *free continental breakfast, *wireless high-speed Internet access (free), free local calls, outdoor pool and hot tub.

All spacious guest rooms come equipped with *microwaves, *refrigerators and cable television with free movies. Some rooms feature hairdryers.

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 2650 South Escondido Blvd., Escondido, CA 92025

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com AND Logo (A Step Ahead) 120x60

Competitor Website:
Hotelclub.com

Sample Dates: 6/30, 7/17, 8/25 (and many random others!)

Room Details Below:

1 Queen (non-smoking), microwave & refrigerator

1 King (non-smoking), microwave & refrigerator

2 Queens (non-smoking), microwave & refrigerator (some dates)

Rate variation (for sample date 6/30):

Hotelclub $52 / Expedia & Orbitz $55 (for the 1 Queen or 1 King)

Rates shown are for Double Occupancy (2 Persons)

Official Hotel Website

Tripadvisor Hotel Reviews

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Friday, June 18, 2010

Plymouth, Minnesota (Minneapolis Area) - Best Western Kelly Inn - Plymouth




One of Minneapolis’ best hotels, the Best Western Kelly Inn is located in the western suburb of Plymouth. This hotel features a children’s water playland including slides, water jets, tumble buckets, and water basketball. Along with the Plymouth Playhouse and Award-winning Green Mill Restaurant, Kelly Inn provides three hot spots under one roof with easy access to both I-494 and Hwy 55. They are located just minutes away from the Target Center, Metrodome, Minneapolis Convention Center, Mall of America, and many other Minneapolis attractions.

Enjoy a *free deluxe continental breakfast, a computer kiosk area (free to guests), *high-speed Internet access in your room along with a *microwave & *refrigerator (upon request). An indoor pool and hot tub area along with laundry facilities are also found here.

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 2705 Annapolis Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55441

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website: Easyclicktravel.com
Please note: You'll only locate this hotel on Easyclicktravel by searching under Minneapolis. Be sure to inform your claim agent!

Sample Dates: 7/20, 8/25, 9/15 (and various others)

Room Details: Standard Queen Room

Rate variation (for sample dates shown):

Easyclicktravel.com - $90.20 / Expedia.com - $99.99

Official Hotel Website

Tripadvisor Hotel Reviews

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Thursday, June 17, 2010

Tulsa, Oklahoma - Sleep Inn & Suites Tulsa



This Sleep Inn & Suites is ideally located just off Interstate 44, only 4 miles from the Tulsa International Airport. This hotel offers a 100% smoke-free environment and is convenient to the University of Tulsa, Oral Roberts University, Tulsa Expo Square multipurpose facility, Cherokee Casino, and Downtown Tulsa.

Amenities include: free airport transportation from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., *wireless high-speed Internet access (free), *free continental breakfast, and free weekday newspaper.

Guests of this Tulsa hotel are also invited to take advantage of the exercise room, sauna, hot tub and large indoor pool.

Guest room features include coffee makers, safes, hairdryers, irons, ironing boards, and cable television with HBO. In addition to standard amenities, some rooms have *microwaves and *refrigerators.

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 8021 East 33rd Street, Tulsa, OK 74145

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website: Easyclicktravel.com

Sample Dates: 7/1, 7/12, 8/25, 10/15 plus ...

Many random dates from July onward!

Room Details: Standard King

Rate variation (for sample date 7/1):

Easyclicktravel.com - $74.62 / Expedia.com - $84.99

Official Hotel Website

Tripadvisor Hotel Reviews

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Lake Tahoe, California - Big Pines Mountain House



This 70 room motel, located in the serene mountains of Lake Tahoe, CA, provides it's guests with their very own private beach as well as a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. A *free continental breakfast is served up each morning before starting your day.

This property also offers a concierge desk, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. Onsite parking is complimentary.

Hotel Address: 4083 Cedar Avenue, Lake Tahoe, NV 96150

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com Orbitz Logo- A Step Ahead

Competitor Website: Hotelclub.com

Sample Dates: 7/12, 8/25, 9/15 (and others!)

Room Details: Deluxe - 1 Queen

Other room types MAY work as well.

Rate variation (for sample date 7/12):

Hotelclub.com - $46 / All other sites - $49

Rates shown are for Double Occupancy (2 Persons)

Official Hotel Website

Tripadvisor Hotel Reviews

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Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Santa Barbara, California - Ala Mar by the Sea Motel



Perfectly located on the corner of West Cabrillo Boulevard and Chapala, the Ala Mar is a beachfront property with a short walk to beaches, shopping, nightclubs, and fine dining.

The majority of guest rooms enjoy views of the Pacific Ocean. In addition, the large on-site sundeck provides guests with breathtaking views of the ocean and mountains with the opportunity to sunbathe, enjoy meals, or have a cocktail at sunset. The motel's sundeck is also a perfect place to enjoy the *free breakfast served daily from 7:30 until 10:00 am.

*Free parking can also be found at this property.

Hotel Address: 102 W. Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, CA 93101

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website Is:

Logo (A Step Ahead) 120x60

Sample Dates: 7/1, 7/12, 7/23, 7/29 (and MANY July dates!)

Room Details Below:

Standard Room (which reveals 1 King Bed on both websites)

Common amenity matches: breakfast & parking (both free)

Rate variation (for sample date 7/12):

Orbitz.com - $146.66 / Expedia.com - $157.14

Official Hotel Website

Tripadvisor Hotel Reviews

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