The Priceline Board I mentioned in my earlier post addresses almost all everything (including winning bids) and also answers the question you raised above (strict answer is NO). It suggests creative means to maximize your bidding chances. Plus it offers links to bonus money offers etc., so go there to get ALL the information you would need about the nitty-gritty of being a Priceliner. Read that and you would no longer be calling yourself igorant .

I personally love the hotel deals you can get there.