Quote Originally Posted by mrte62 View Post
Make a reservation now and keep checking for better deals. We did this for our trip at the end of October of 2012, just like we did in 2011.

10 days prior to leaving in 2011, we were able to rent a Jeep Liberty for $121 ($206 with all fees, taxes) unlimited mileage two drivers 7 days with Budget.

Prior to that we held a reservations for $275 with Dollar for a mid-size car.

In 2012 we had the same issue. A few weeks before our trip the same deal as 2011. This time 8 days, SUV with unlimited mileage. All in (fees, taxes, etc) $204.

The closer you get to your trip the better your chance for a deal.
This mirrors my experiences last year. My original deal booked 2 months out was cut literally IN HALF the week previous.