[akudha]

Isn’t it a waste to book accommodation and not use it? If it is a popular place, maybe they’ll give it to walkins or something, but otherwise?

[mbrameld]

Isn't it a waste to spend more for a flight when you could get the same flight for less if you also booked an accommodation you don't plan to use?

[akudha]

I meant the accommodation going to waste (unused), which could be used by someone else.

But yes, in terms of money, it sure is waste to pay more for the flight.

[xp84]

Don’t forget they oversell flights anyway – it’s very likely someone else will use it even if you simply don’t show instead of canceling the ticket.

[mgraczyk]

My home is empty nearly 70% of the time. Surely that is more wasteful than not using a dorm bed once per year