How Google can save you money the next time you book travel

Booking travel has become a bit of a game—especially if you want to get the best possible prices and avoid getting ripped off.

That’s because hotels and airlines have developed the lovely habit of futzing around endlessly with their rates. Depending on when, exactly, you go to book the room or flight you want, you might end up being charged way more than if you waited a few days or even hours for prices to drop.

The problem is that it’s damn-near impossible to figure out the logic behind it and know the right time to buy.