In Reply to: With 4 adults and a troupe of kids posted by chili on Friday, 20. March 2009 at 08:02 Bali Time:
I booked and paid ages ago before the down turn in the economy. The rates after 30th MArch have really changed. I am paying the rate for a 3 star hotel now, however 12 months ago this would have paid for a 41/2 star. Also I have found the prices fluctuate from day to day either by direct contact to the hotel or through travel agents and search engines. I dont know why,the US $ does have an impact, [understandable] however not to the extent that I have seen. The rate that I am paying is more than the people on the forum have said they have been able to obtain, however I cant worry about it, will know next time.My advise is, do your homework and dont spoil a holiday just because you may be paying extra than the person beside you on the sun lounges. Also you win some and lose some. Only my thoughts.