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Old Feb 22nd, 2003 | 10:25 AM
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how legit is this? when we went to look at the website - i couldn't believe the deals. also, if they offer "quantity - 2", and it's a package deal with airlines, but it says "based on double occupancy" does that mean if you buy "quantity - 1" for two people (since double occupancy) will they also throw in two plane tickets? it's very confusing, just like this message!!!
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Old Feb 22nd, 2003 | 01:07 PM
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Hi koontz<BR><BR>I think when it says double occupancy that you must buy 2. Email the help that they offer on their site. They are usually very accomodating.<BR><BR>I once put a bid in for something and told them I didn't want it. Luckily someone overbid, but they said they would help me out if no one did over bid me.<BR><BR>I learned my lesson though, and now only book when im absolutely positive.<BR><BR>Good luck
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Old Feb 24th, 2003 | 10:32 AM
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When a SkyAuction auction says that the bid is based on a per person, double occupancy (which it usually does when airfare is involved), you can do 1 of 2 things: bid on two packages and travel with someone, or bid on one package and pay the single supplement charge, which is always stated on the auction page.<BR><BR>Yes, the deals sound great at first (and can remain so), but you should note that there's a tax and service charge per person (or occasionally, per room for just hotel stay) that ranges from $149-198, which can up the cost of any package.<BR><BR>That said, I've successfully bid and won three packages. Two I've taken, and they were fine. No hitches at all. The third one I'll use in June 2003, and I don't anticipate any problems with it. <BR><BR>emailme with more concerns if you wish.<BR><BR>[email protected]
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Old Feb 26th, 2003 | 09:20 PM
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If you enter &quot;SkyAuction&quot; into the handy text search box at the top of the screen and press enter you'll find quite a few comments on SkyAuction.com.<BR><BR>
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Old Feb 27th, 2003 | 05:50 AM
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I've taken three trips through SkyAuction and am taking my fourth Dec. 2003.<BR><BR>I have nothing but good things to say about them. All of my trips have been taken for at least 50% of what others paid.<BR><BR>That being said, you *must* read the fine print carefully. Taxes and service charges are clearly spelled out...remember to add these to what your total cost will be.<BR><BR>Also, find out what your trip would cost if you just bought it directly. Often people bid higher for items on SkyAuction than they could get from just purchasing it normally.<BR><BR>Lastly, be patient. The auctions repeat constantly. Set the max price you will pay and don't go higher than that. If you lose, the auction will come around again.<BR><BR>Email me directly if you want more info: [email protected]<BR><BR>Kevin<BR><BR><BR>
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