Deep Thoughts

Do the contestants on American Idol pay for their own airfare and hotel when they get to the second round in Hollywood? Or does FOX pick up the tab?

Just wondering because Randy, Paula, and Simon seem to move people on to the second round even if they're not convinced the contestant has a chance in Hollywood. Seems like a lot of trouble and a big expense when the outcome stands to be a bigger disappointment for a kid with nothing but a dream.