They were not released until August 25th last year, so if the pattern is the same, they may/should be released next week. Keep in mind that availability will be limited if you plan to book rooms that were already released on the best rate program. Those folks that were willing to put up the one night deposit got the first pick of the room allotments. I see that as the true perk of the best rate program--sort of "first come, first serve." So whatever is leftover will be available the "old fashion" way. Since we're not picky, we have no problem settling for any value available during our timeframe.