Expedia launches summer sale

Expedia.com today kicked off the unofficial start of summer by launching the largest and most perk-packed sale in the company's history.

Dubbed "My Summer is Better Than Your Summer," the 2011 Expedia Summer Sale offers up to 30% off hotel and package bookings to nearly 11,000 hotel properties worldwide, the largest number of properties ever featured in an Expedia summer sale. On top of these savings Expedia is delivering unprecedented perks and freebies, all designed to great summer experiences for Expedia's travelers. Travelers can find the summer deals on expedia.com/sale.

The sale begins immediately and runs through August.

In addition to deep discounts on hotel and package bookings at more than 11,000 properties, Expedia customers will find a host of freebies and extras including gift cards, food and beverage credits, and credits redeemable for local activities and experiences. Examples include:

Dreams Cancun Resort & Spa - All Inclusive (Cancun, Mexico)
Rate starts at $221 per night, 50% savings off of regular rates
Extra: $200 Resort Credit (to be redeemed for Spa and/or Bottled Wine)

Bally's (Las Vegas, Nevada)
Rate starts at $60 per night, with savings of 20% for a two-night stay
Extra: 2 for 1 helicopter or airplane tour.

Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa, a Sky Hotel Resort (Orlando, Florida)
Rate starts at $149 per night, 35% off regular rates
Extra: $25 Spa Credit

Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina (San Diego, California)
Rate starts at $134 per night, with third night free
Extra: Free Breakfast for two ($50 value)

"Summer travel is something we spend the rest of the year daydreaming about," said Tim MacDonald, senior vice president and general manager, Expedia.com. "This summer sale is the largest and most comprehensive in our history. We have more than 11,000 properties to choose from and unprecedented free perks to delight travelers – from helicopter rides and spa visits to free food and wine. As far as Expedia is concerned, summer starts now."

For more information, visit: Expedia.com