Pasadena, California - Pasadena Inn

The Pasadena Inn is located 3 miles from the Rose Bowl and within walking distance to the Convention Center and Old Town Pasadena.

All guest rooms feature: cable TV with free HBO channels, *refrigerator, *microwave, work desk, iron and ironing board.

Hotel amenities include: an outdoor pool, *continental breakfast, and an on-site restaurant. Business services are available from the 24-hour front desk and *free wireless Internet is found throughout the hotel. *Guest parking is free.

Hotel Address: 400 S. Arroyo Pkwy, Pasadena, CA 91105

Property Phone # for inquiries: (626) 795-8401

BRG claim valid for:

Competitor Website: Arestravel.com

Sample Dates: 11/10, 11/27, 12/1, 12/15 (and various others)

Room Details: 1 King (nsmk) / 2 Doubles (nsmk)

Common amenity matches: free Internet, free parking, microwave, refrigerator, cont. breakfast

For the breakfast match - Expedia says "continental breakfast" while Arestravel and the hotel's own website states "complimentary coffee and sweet rolls" in the morning. If your claim agent doesn't consider this a close enough match, call back or ask for a supervisor.

Rate Variation (for sample dates shown):

Arestravel.com - $89 / Expedia.com - $89.33 (1 King)

Arestravel.com - $99 / Expedia.com - $109.33 (2 Doubles)

Rates are based on Double Occupancy (2 Persons).

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Valencia, California - Courtyard by Marriott Santa Clarita Valencia

This hotel is 3 miles to Six Flags Magic Mountain Amusement Park. Also close by is College of the Canyons, as well as the natural beauty of Castaic Lake, Vasquez Rocks, and Placerita Canyon.

The hotel features stylish, modern décor as well as *complimentary high-speed Internet access, luxury bedding, and 32" flat-screen TVs in every room. Drop by the café for an affordable cooked-to-order breakfast or a light dinner. Relax in the heated pool or hot tub, work out in the fitness room, or unwind in the bar and lounge. You'll also receive *free parking with your stay.

Hotel Address: 28523 Westinghouse Place, Valencia, CA 91355

Property Phone # for inquiries: (661) 257-3220

BRG claim valid for:

Competitor Website: Arestravel.com

Hotel found only under "Santa Clarita, CA" on Arestravel!

Sample Dates: 11/10, 11/27, 12/15 (and various others)

Room Details: Standard King, Standard 2 Queens, King Suite

Common amenity matches: free parking, free Internet, microwave, refrigerator

Rate Variation (for sample dates 11/10 & 12/15):

For the Standard King or 2 Queens:

Arestravel.com rate - $93.80

Expedia - $114 (No Refund) / $129 (*Refundable) *Book this

For the King Suite:

Arestravel.com - $111.30 / Expedia.com - $149 Refundable

Rates are based on Double Occupancy (2 Persons).

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Des Plaines, Illinois (Chicago Area) - Extended Stay America Chicago - O'Hare

Extended Stay America Chicago-O'Hare is designed specifically for people who need more than just a room while away from home.

In addition to the comfortable recliner and large work desk, the oversized studio suites feature a *kitchen that allows you to prepare meals. As a guest, you receive free movie channels, free local phone calls, voice mail, and a two-line phone with a computer dataport. Guests have access to a 24-hour, coin-operated laundry facility.

A $25 USD cleaning fee will be charged per night. This charge will be applied at check-in.

Hotel Address: 1201 East Touhy Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018

Property Phone # for inquiries: (847) 294-9693

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Competitor Websites: AND

Valid Dates: Most dates through the month of November!

(Sample dates will include: 10/28, 11/10, 11/30)

Room Details: Studio Queen / Studio King / Studio 2 Doubles

Common amenity matches: full kitchens in your room

Rate Variation (for sample dates shown):

Getaroom, Travelocity $62.30 / Expedia $62.99 (1 Queen)

Getaroom, Travelocity $66.76 / Expedia $67.49 (1 King)

Getaroom, Travelocity $71.21 / Expedia $71.99 (2 Doubles)

(All rates above are for 2 Adults)

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Boise, Idaho - Comfort Inn Airport - Boise

This Comfort Inn is located within minutes of the Boise Airport. Shuttle service is provided by the hotel. Nearby is Boise State University, the Basque Museum & Cultural Center, and the Boise Zoo. The Idaho State Capitol building is less than 4 miles from the hotel.

Guests will enjoy many amenities, including: *free breakfast with hot waffles, boiled eggs, biscuits and gravy, free local calls, free coffee, indoor heated pool and hot tub, and *free wireless Internet access. Note: Free parking for guests, but only for the duration of your stay (according to the hotel's website), otherwise additional parking charges apply.

All spacious guest rooms include coffee makers, irons, ironing boards and hairdryers. Some rooms also have *refrigerators.

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 2526 Airport Way, Boise, ID 83705

Property Phone # for inquiries: (208) 336-0077

BRG claim valid for:

AND

Competitor Website: Hotelclub.com

Sample Dates: 10/30, 11/10, 12/21 (and a bunch more!)

Room Details Below:

1 Queen, non-smoking, free Internet, refrigerator

2 Queens, non-smoking, free Internet, refrigerator

Rate Variation (for sample dates shown):

Hotelclub.com - $52 / Expedia.com - $58.99 (1 Queen-nsmk)

Hotelclub.com - $60 / Expedia.com - $68.99 (2 Queens-nsmk)

Rates shown are for Double Occupancy (2 Persons).

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Anaheim, California - Menage Hotel

Located in the heart of Anaheim, Hotel Menage has an outdoor swimming pool and hot tub, fitness facility, restaurant, a bar and lounge, and a poolside bar. Room service is available during limited hours. Other amenities include: self parking ($10), valet parking ($12), and laundry facilities. This is a 100% smoke free property.

Guestrooms include: *FREE wireless Internet, air conditioning, coffeemakers, cable TV, and 42 inch plasma TVs with premium channels and HBO. Business friendly amenities include multi-line phones, desks, and voice mail. Bathrooms feature shower & tub combinations, hairdryers, and complimentary toiletries.

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 1221 South Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805

Property Phone # for inquiries: (714) 758-0900

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Competitor Website:

Sample Dates: 10/30, 11/12, 12/28, 12/31 (and various others)

Room Details: "Standard"/ "Guest Room" (In my opinion, this indicates the same room type: a hotel's standard-style room)

Common amenity matches: FREE wireless Internet

(Clearly states FREE Wi-Fi on Easyclicktravel under "Services".)

Rate Variation: (for sample date Saturday 10/30):

Easyclicktravel.com - $97.06 / Expedia.com - $99.40

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Free MasterCard Gift Card with American Airlines Booking

Now through December 15, 2010, when you register and purchase your travel on AA.com with your MasterCard, you will receive a MasterCard gift card for $10, $25, or $50. The more you purchase, the larger the amount of your gift card. Travel by March 31, 2011.

Here's how it works:

Purchasing a flight = $10 MasterCard gift card.

Purchasing a flight plus 1 other travel need (car rental or hotel stay) = $25 MasterCard gift card.

Purchasing a flight, hotel, and car rental = $50 MasterCard gift card.

To qualify for this offer, you must first register.

Oceanside, California - Residence Inn By Marriott Oceanside

The brand-new Residence Inn by Marriott Oceanside is a unique hotel for a unique part of California, blending stylish modern luxuries like granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and 32 inch plasma TVs with the comfort you expect from the hotel that perfected the extended stay.

This Oceanside hotel is minutes from the 1,954 foot Oceanside Pier, Mission San Luis Rey, Legoland and many beautiful north San Diego County coves and lagoons. Sea World, Old Town and the rest in San Diego is right down the freeway.

Enjoy a BBQ picnic area and a fire pit right next to the pool. Sample refreshments are available at the evening social hour. The hotels *free breakfast buffet cannot be missed. In the suite, one can relax in separate living and sleeping areas or cook a meal in the fully equipped *kitchen. Enjoy a well-lit large desk and *free high-speed Internet in this pet-friendly hotel.

Hotel Address: 3603 Ocean Ranch Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92056

Property Phone # for inquiries: (760) 722-9600

BRG claim valid for:

Competitor Website: Arestravel.com

Sample Dates: 10/31, 11/10, 11/13, 12/15 (and various others)

Many WEEKENDS and WEEKDAYS seem to work!

Room Details: Two Bedroom Suite

Common amenity matches: free breakfast buffet, free high speed Internet access, Kitchen

Rate Variation (for sample dates shown):

Arestravel.com - $239 / Expedia.com & Travelocity - $269

Rates are for 2 Adults occupancy.

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Miami Beach, Florida - Beach Place Hotel

While staying at the Beach Place Hotel in Miami Beach, enjoy direct beach access (located only 1 block away). Popular Miami attractions within 5 miles of this property include South Beach, American Airlines Arena, and Adventure Mall.

An outdoor pool is available at the Beach Place Hotel.

Guest rooms feature: beds with 300- thread-count linens and down comforters. Amenities include *high-speed wireless Internet access (free), *kitchenettes, which feature *microwave ovens (upon request), and refrigerators.

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 8601 Harding Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33141

Property Phone # for inquiries: (305) 866-3313

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Competitor Website:

Sample Dates: 11/10, 11/30, 12/7, 1/4 (and various others)

Room Details: Standard Single Queen (*has a kitchenette)

Rate Variation (for sample date 11/10):

Easyclicktravel.com - $79.67 / Expedia.com - $100

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Vegas.com BRG: Harrah's Hotel and Casino Las Vegas

Harrah's Las Vegas Hotel and Casino is located at the center of the famous Las Vegas Strip. It is surrounded by other major hotels like the Mirage, Venetian, Caesars Palace, Imperial Palace, and the Sands Expo and Convention Center.

Harrah's Las Vegas Hotel's main tower is 35 floors high with a total 2,700 rooms and suites. This Las Vegas hotel has a 86,664 square feet full casino, live entertainment, 7 restaurants, arcade, outdoor swimming pool, a luxurious spa, health club, full-service beauty salon, and gift shops.

Hotel Address: 3475 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109

Property Phone # for inquiries: 1-800-HARRAHS

BRG claim valid for: Vegas.com

Competitor Website:

Sample Dates: Dates vary. Some will work well and some won't work at all. Your best bet would be dates closer to the holidays. Some valid dates include: 11/27, 12/7, 12/18, 12/25

Room Details: CLASSIC (room only)

Rate variation for sample dates:

11/27: Vegas.com - $70 / Easyclicktravel - $54

12/18: Vegas.com - $55 / Easyclicktravel - $42

12/25: Vegas.com - $125 / Easyclicktravel - $84

For Sample Date Saturday 11/27:

Double the Rate Difference - $32
Your Final Rate (after CC refund) - $38

For Sample Date Saturday 12/18:

Double the Rate Difference - $26
Your Final Rate (after CC refund) - $29

For Sample Date Saturday 12/25:

Double the Rate Difference - $82
Your Final Rate (after CC refund) - $43

... Check Your Dates (Not Limited To Weekends!)

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Los Angeles, California - Crowne Plaza Los Angeles Int'l Airport

We featured this hotel a few months ago, comparing the Expedia rate with Easyclicktravel. Since the BRG died, it now seems to have sprung back to life with Getaroom.com as the competition!

This conveniently located Crowne Plaza is just a few steps from LAX, allowing easy access to various southern California tourist spots, such as Hollywood, Disneyland, Universal Studios, and the Los Angeles Convention Center. Other area attractions to discover include: Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Manhattan Beach, and Redondo Beach.

The Crowne Plaza Los Angeles Airport Hotel offers its guests 2 restaurants, a bar, meeting rooms, parking area with valet service, outdoor pool, hot tub, and a fitness center.

Note: From September 2010 until January 2011, the guestrooms will be undergoing renovations. However, the hotel management assures that works are unlikely to cause any noise disturbance to guests.

Parking fees: $12 (self), $16 (valet)

Hotel Address: 5985 Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045

Property Phone # for inquiries: (310) 642-7500

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Competitor Website:

Sample Dates: 10/30, 11/10, 12/15 (and others!)

Room Details: "Standard" (NO breakfast rate)

Common amenity matches: Wireless Internet (for a fee)

Rate Variation (for sample date 10/30):

Getaroom.com rate - $79.09 *Fully-Refundable

Expedia - $83.31 (No Refund) / $119 *Refundable Book this

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