Booking Strategies

Timing Your Booking

Book Far Ahead: - July-August stays - Major events - Specific properties - Group travel - Holiday periods

Last-Minute Possible: - Off-season - Flexible dates - Weekdays - Inland locations - Cancellations

Getting Best Prices

Always: - Compare total costs - Check direct rates - Read cancellation policies - Verify what's included - Screenshot confirmations

Never: - Book without reviews - Pay everything upfront - Ignore location details - Skip insurance (sometimes) - Assume WiFi works

Seasonal Pricing

Peak Season (July-August): - Prices triple+ - Minimum stays enforced - Book 6 months ahead - Few deals available - Consider alternatives

Shoulder Seasons (April-June, September-October): - Best weather/price ratio - More negotiable - Shorter minimums - Upgrades possible - Sweet spot

Low Season (November-March): - 50-70% discounts - Many closures - Negotiation expected - Longer stays welcomed - Weather variable