There are so many discount travel sites but there are some places that deserve your money more than others. Check out what others have to say in these sites and see if you agree or not.

Priceline and its name your own price program is actually a great way to book a trip as long as you are patient. My advice is to start early and inch up your price until they agree to it.

Some sites are known as blind sites because the names of airlines, hotels and departure schedules are hidden until purchase is complete. Flight tickets are usually nonrefundable and there are no frequent-flyer miles available.

Auction packages from LuxuryLink.com can be gotten at a price 50 percent or more below standard. Although discounts are tremendous, there are limitations on availability and compromises may have to be made in regard to available dates. Auction packages do not offer refunds.

Two sites you should look into is LastMinute.com and LateRooms.com. The former works with many companies within the U.S. and the latter is better for overseas travel.

Foreign travelers are finding that they can greatly reduce costs if they deal with agencies or specific airlines or hotels in the foreign country they intend visiting.

Although there are any number of discount travel sites, brick and mortar agencies and other ways of keeping your travel expenses to a minimum, always remember to read the fine print for hidden fees and liabilities.

It has even gotten to the point where customer reviews are tipping the scale in regard to travel sites, airlines, hotels, etc. Reviews are driving customers to these places. Just be careful. Some sites are paying or rewarding people for good reviews.

No matter how good the deal may sound, be sure the airlines you are flying with have a good safety record. Make sure the hotel you will be staying at is in a safe area.

Nice time to grab a few Hotels.com coupon because the expiration date.