Lodging

The following sites are general listings and reservation services. Country-specific lodging catering to birders, and ecotourists is found under Destinations



Hotel Reservations Network
Hoteldiscount.com is a nationally known hotel booking service and has been recognized as the leader in discounters hotel reservations by CNBC, The Wall St. Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, and many more. They feature some of the best hotels in 49 major destinations worldwide at reduced rates.


Quikbook
Not as extensive as the previous net reservation service. Nice feature is that it shows the hotels on a map of the city which helps if you want a certain location.


International Home Exchange Network
One way to keep down the cost of a birding trip is to do a home exchange. This site is a good place to start looking.


Bed and Breakfast
24,000 bed and breakfast and inns throughout the world are listed with photographs and complete descriptions. Consumer Reports Travel Letter says it is one of best B&B guide that they have found. A good starting point.


United Kingdom
Over 9,000 hotels and guest houses throughout England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales. With a handy list of accommodations near major airports.



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