Priceline.com: Discount Travel Booking Platform with Flexible & Innovative Options

Core Features

1. Name Your Own Price®: A signature feature where users set their budget for hotels or flights. Priceline matches this to available options but hides specific brands until booking, unlocking up to 60% off for flexible travelers.
2. Pricebreakers: Curated deals for hotels—users choose from 3 high-rated options (with known location and star rating) at a discounted price, blending savings with transparency (no hidden brands).
3. Bundled Packages: Flight+hotel or flight+hotel+rental car bundles that save up to 15% compared to standalone bookings, ideal for group or multi-day trips.
4. Flexible Cancellations: Most bookings offer free cancellation (terms vary by provider) and some allow date changes, reducing risk for last-minute plan adjustments.

How to Use Priceline.com

1. Select a Service: Choose “Flights,” “Hotels,” “Cars,” or “Packages” on the homepage based on your needs.
2. Enter Details: Input destination, travel dates, and passenger/car details. For hotels, specify preferences like star rating or amenities.
3. Choose a Booking Mode: Opt for “Name Your Own Price®” (for maximum savings), “Pricebreakers,” or standard bookings (full brand transparency).
4. Book & Confirm: Review details, pay via credit card/PayPal, and receive instant confirmation with travel documents.

Application Scenarios

• Budget Travelers: Use “Name Your Own Price®” to book cheap hotels or flights for backpacking trips (e.g., $50/night hotels in major U.S. cities).
• Family Trips: Bundle flight+hotel to save on group travel, with Pricebreakers ensuring quality accommodations at low costs.
• Business Travelers: Rely on flexible cancellations to adapt to sudden schedule changes, and book rental cars for on-the-go mobility.
• Last-Minute Getaways: Explore “Deals” for short-notice discounts on unsold inventory (e.g., weekend hotel stays or last-minute flights).