Originally Posted by leatherheadiowa

My biggest issue, I should say question is this:

Why do they need to authorize an amount equal to my entire stay when I have already paid Priceline in full? I don't give a darn if Priceline and Marriott decide to thumb wrestle over the money I already paid, but that isn't my problem.

I can see a $40/night incidental authorization but that should be it if you pay in advance.