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Finding a place to stay that is
decent and inexpensive isn't always easy, even on
the Internet.
Sites that list accommodations
often only list hotels, leaving less expensive
accommodations such as motels and hostels out
entirely.
People can access these
resources by typing key words into search
engines.
If you know the name of the
motel or hotel you want to stay in, especially if
it is a big chain, you can often type in that name
followed by .com and bring up its Web site. This
works for Super 8 and Motel 6, both of which have
directories for finding motels in specific
cities.
Reservations can be made online,
or toll free numbers are provided so people can
call for reservations.
If you're looking to stay
outdoors, campground sites can be a good way to
find a place to stay. Using search engines, people
can access numerous campground sites, many of which
are for a specific campground. Unfortunately, many
seem to be in France.
However, there are also some
comprehensive sites. One is campsiterentals.com,
which allows you to search for campsites via
province/state. But, this site is limited. Typing
in California, for example, brings up no results
and suggests broadening the search. Leaving "search
all" in the box brings up Web sites mostly in New
England and Ontario, Canada.
A better site is
gocampingamerica.com.
This site allows the same type of search, only with
a clickable map. Pick the state you want, and a
listing of various campsites and RV parks will come
up. Clicking on one brings up contact information,
a description of the site if available, and a list
of available amenities, such as phone hookups and
group facilities. It also gives the dates of
operation, and whether the campground has tent
sites. The last is important because the sites
found at this Web site are geared specifically to
RV campers. Tent campers need to know if they can
still stay there.
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