• Create a checklist of your needs and wants for your upcoming to a vacation spot.
• Compare several properties in the area that you want to consider for your vacation.  
• Understand all aspects of the payment and cancellations options prior to signing the final contract.
• Avoiding of the middleman thereby dealing directly with a reputable owner who has stellar reviews and excellent customer support!!!!
• Pay with a credit card and thereby it ensures it’s easier to recover funds from your credit card company in case of any fraudulent error.
• Keep yourself updated by keeping the emergency contact information updated.
• Whether a particular accommodation is pet friendly which needs to be verified prior hand in order to avoid any additional charges or any other issues.
• Whether the vacation rental is a kid friendly. For instance is there a high chair in the dining room.
• In case of last minute cancellation check the owner's refund policy.
• Check the availability calendar as the vacationers searching for accommodations will appreciate knowing the rental's availability,
• Any additional facilities being provided by the owner as in Heating Pool etc.
• Lastly, distance from the place of tourist attraction/spots.

These steps are just the beginning of your exciting journey as a Traveler. Once you have experienced the luxury of Vacation Rentals you will cherish your experience throughout.

Last Updated: Apr-25-2013