Vacation Rentals & Hotels
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Report: Istanbul Is the Best European City for Renting an Airbnb vs. a Hotel
If touring Europe was on your wishlist this year, you’re in for a rude awakening. Due to rising hotel and airfare costs (thank you yet again, inflation), many people have had to change their travel plans to afford them. In…
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Budget Travelers Share Their Best-Kept Secret: Drury Hotels
Drury Hotels may not be as posh as Hilton’s collection or as ubiquitous as Motel 6s, but budget travelers say they are the best-kept “secret” for traveling on the cheap. The draw is that dinner, drinks, and breakfast are included…
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Kid-Friendly Airbnbs That Are Perfect for Families With Children
Traveling with kids can be exhilarating, but it can also be a real pain entertaining bored little ones who are used to their creature comforts. If you want to actually enjoy your next trip, try out a kid-friendly Airbnb or…
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Barbie’s Malibu DreamHouse and Other Celeb Homes You Can Stay on Vacation
With so many housing options to choose from on vacation, why not take stab at a stay at Barbie’s Malibu DreamHouse or a home you’ve seen on TV? You may remember some of these short-term vacation rentals from your favorite TV…
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How to Avoid Getting Ripped Off (or Worse) When You’re on Vacation
Beautiful locales can also be home to some dangerous characters. As the summer travel season ramps up, the last thing you want is to have a trip marred by becoming a victim of crime. Read on for some tips that…
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Vrbo Customer Swears Off Vacation Rentals After a Horrifying Stay
For travelers looking for the comfort of home while traveling, rental companies like Airbnb and Vrbo are a go-to over hotels. Guests can literally enjoy a home away from home. Do you want more space? Check. A full kitchen? Got…
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Big Mistakes Novice Travelers Make and How to Avoid Them
Traveling is one of the best ways to broaden your horizons, but planning a big trip can be overwhelming, especially for first-timers. From overpaying for flights and hotels to falling…
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No Passport? No Problem for These Cool Island Vacations
The phrase “island vacation” may conjure visions of exotic places, but what if you’re in the mood for some island time and you don’t have a passport — or want…
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Airbnb Rental Scams to Watch Out For
From tiny homes to kid-friendly rentals, there’s an Airbnb for every type of travel. Many of its 4 million hosts and 5.6 million active listings are trustworthy and valid. However,…
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Are Timeshares Worth It or a Total Scam?
For all their glossy brochures featuring tropical vistas and happy-go-lucky couples, the timeshare industry is best known for its predatory practices. Their employees will lock you in a conference room…
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A Stay at Ted Lasso’s Favorite Pub Would Make Even Roy Kent Happy
If you just can’t get “Jamie Tartt do-do-do-do-do-do” out of your head, you’re undoubtedly excited that the third season of “Ted Lasso” has started — and you’ll probably want to…
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Themed Hotel Rooms You Can Book in the US and Beyond
Some hotels are famous in their own right, but others have to do a bit more to stand out. One way to do that: Offer eye-popping themed hotel rooms that…
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When Not to Visit These 22 Popular Cities — and When to Go Instead
The best time of the year to visit a destination can be a truly subjective decision. It depends on what you’re after really. Are you seeking a bargain on accommodations…
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Survey: 87% of People Steal From Hotels — and Boomers Have the Stickiest Fingers
Sure, we all take those little bottles of shampoo and conditioner from the hotel when we get them (don’t we?), but apparently, that’s not the limit for most people. According…
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What It Costs To Stay at the Nation’s Best Hotels
Sometimes choosing a hotel is based on cost and convenience, and all of the bells and whistles aren’t all that important. What matters is that there’s a comfortable bed to…
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Best National Parks to Visit in Winter
The 63 national parks throughout the U.S. encompass ancient and diverse landscapes, spanning from deserts to rainforests and from volcanoes to glaciers. While summers usually bring crowds to many national…
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Romantic Vacation Rentals Across America
Looking for a spot to relax and recharge with someone special? As we know, not all vacation rentals are created equal — some are great for a family vacation, but…
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Airbnbs With Lavish Amenities You Won’t Believe
When it comes to luxurious accommodations, five-star hotels and lavish resorts aren’t the only game in town. Airbnb and Vrbo offer some of the most interesting places to stay across…
