Vacation rental is a term in the travel industry meaning renting out a furnished apartment or house on a temporary basis to tourists as an alternative to a hotel. Vacation rentals have long been a popular travel option in Europe (especially in the UK) as well as in Canada and are becoming increasingly popular across the world. They are often referred to as self-catering rentals or villa rentals. In some cities, like Barcelona, local authorities determined that vacation rentals were becoming a threat to the hotel industry and passed some legislation placing regulations and limits on the industry, while in others, such as England, Ireland, France and Spain, the government promotes and certifies holiday rentals, even offering its own program of holiday/vacation rentals.

A vacation rental is a fully furnished property, such as a condominium, townhome or single-family-style home, often referred to as villa rentals in Europe. The client/traveler arranges to rent the vacation rental property for a designated period of time, many rent on nightly basis similar to hotel rooms, although the more prevalent vacation rental industry practice is typically weekly rentals. A true vacation rental is not for sale to the guest; rather, the owner of the vacation rental merely allows the guest to rent the property for a predetermined length of time.

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Vacation Rentals in the Pacific Northwest?
Q. I need to find a vacation rental like a condo, or townhome that is under 800$/ Week that is nice and by the beach. I dont mind if its in Vancouver or Victoria BC, or in Washington or Oregon...I want it by the beach though and i am staying a week!
Asked by Senorita Bonita - Mon Mar 24 15:37:39 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. hmmm. thats a challenge. i'm a travel agent... lets see...i found several hotels in vancouver for under $700 a week(3 star)and other ones up above $100 a night, and some less than that, but 2 stars. if you wanna give me an email at trussvilletravel@yahoo.co m i'd be happy to help you, or you can visit me website, trussvilletravel.com . we have a low price guarantee. i hope i can help you, and have fun!
Answered by Jake, travel agent. - Mon Mar 24 15:49:41 2008

Are there any inexpensive Florida beach vacation rentals?
Q. 3 kids + cat and $400 a week beach vacation budget, is it possible? Any ideas? We tried home exchange but most people think twice before accepting a family with 3 kids, or we usually end up in a "less desired" areas. Could anyone suggest any other ways to have a decent beach vacation on a super tight budget?
Asked by laska - Thu Apr 16 17:14:03 2009 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Consider finding a vacation rental off the beaten path or with no direct ocean view. You will find that those property owners are more flexible, plus they do not have their hands tied with heavy hurricane insurance costs and/or special property tax assessments for being oceanfront. We recently stayed in St Augustine NE Florida, only one block to the beach yet in town, for around $499 per week + tax and cleaning, I think the website is: Even within the same area we found that prices vary drastically and rates are almost double as you get closer to Jacksonville Beach. Smaller towns are nicer to be in to begin with so the premiums for popular destinations are not justified in my eyes.
Answered by Robert Dalan - Thu Apr 16 21:07:50 2009

I am going to Boston in September? Is there a company that does vacation rentals?
Q. Like if I wanted to rent an apartment for a week?
Asked by Johnny J - Wed Jul 30 23:33:48 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Here are a few sites that provide vacation home rentals and condo rentals from all over the United States. I advertise on these sites and find them to be very user friendly with lots of photos and area information: boston is great! Have Fun!
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