Kayaking enthusiasts might be disappointed to learn that rentals will no longer be available at Aspinwall Waterfront Park. After five years at the Freeport Road site, Pittsburgh Kayak will not return this summer, officials said. âIt was a nice space but we didn’t have enough traffic,â said Ebony Montgomery, director …
Read More »Must-Have Items for This Year’s Cape Cod Vacation Home
Buying a Cape Cod vacation home is a great investment option, especially in 2021, when mortgage rates remain low. The demand for suitable properties is on the rise thanks to Cape Cod’s fantastic seaside location and impressive climate. Investors are primarily looking for homes they can move to after retirement. …
Read More »More people are renting homes in Naples for vacations than ever before
NAPLES, Florida – Memorial Day is fast approaching, and as COVID-19 restrictions decrease and COVID-19 vaccine becomes readily available, it looks like the holidays will mark the unofficial start of summer travel. According to Vrbo, there was not only a 20% increase in demand for vacation homes in Vrbo leading …
Read More »Airbnb bookings in San Francisco soar 52% as vaccination boosts vacation rental demand
Later last week, Airbnb Inc., the online vacation rental market headquartered in San Francisco, California, reported a 52% increase in bookings from the first quarter of fiscal 2021 which ended on April 3 on an annual basis, as an acceleration of the vaccination campaign coupled with an easing of restrictions …
Read More »Expedia CEO Peter Kern discusses Vrbo’s performance: Vrbo hosts earn on average more than Airbnb hosts.
Expedia CEO Peter Kern discusses Vrbo’s performance: Vrbo hosts earn on average more than Airbnb hosts. Over the past two weeks, investors have heard the CEOs of Airbnb and Expedia / Vrbo talk about the performance of the first quarter of 2021. For those who have smartly chosen to watch …
Read More »Baby seals are popping up around the Washington / Oregon coast
Baby seals are popping up around the Washington / Oregon coast – Caution Recommended Posted on 5/16/21 at 6:55 PM PDT By Oregon Coast Beach Connection Staff (Oregon Coast) – Small baby harbor seals are popping up all over the Oregon coast and it is time again for Oregon officials …
Read More »Scammers take advantage of soaring rental car prices
MADISON (WKOW) – As things start to look more normal in the United States, some people may be eager to take summer trips, but their enthusiasm could make them easy prey for crooks. This excitement, coupled with soaring car rental prices, can make people so desperate to get a good …
Read More »Scotland’s most captivating mythical creatures
You probably know the Loch Ness Monster, but have you ever heard of kelpies or wulvers? The Scots are legendary storytellers (they even host a International storytelling festival), and their culture is rich in imaginary creatures – or, maybe, not-so-imaginary creatures⦠Here are some of my favorites. A unicorn statue …
Read More »Summer tourist towns hope to recover as crowds return after COVID
Courtesy of Mike Potenza (BOSTON) – On Cape Cod, the only thing as sure as seafood and lighthouses is the area’s reliance on summer tourism. But when the coronavirus pandemic hit last spring, perhaps no industry was hit more than seaside getaways. There weren’t any vacationers selling rentals, there weren’t …
Read More »Summer vacation 2021: How vaccinated Americans can still plan a memorable getaway
NEW YORK – The wait-and-see approach to travel right now is conservative from a health standpoint. From a booking point of view, maybe not so much. Airfares in the United States are on the rise, rental cars are scarce, and scouring vacation home rental websites for gems in popular destinations …
Read More »Outlook for summer travel: shortage of rental cars, rising airfares forcing many to change their business plans
Jawaskie Deal and his wife, Brittany, have gone pro in finding the best value in travel accommodation. There was this trip they took to Toronto that involved flying into Ohio and crossing the border. They often find cheaper plane tickets when leaving Dallas-Fort Worth or Houston instead of Lafayette. Next …
Read More »Three planets in the sky throughout May over the Pacific Northwest
Three planets in the sky throughout May over the Pacific Northwest | Oregon, Washington Coast Posted on 5/16/21 at 2:45 AM PDT By Oregon Coast Beach Connection Staff (Oregon Coast) – Not just one or two, but three planets will be visible in the skies over Oregon, Washington and the …
Read More »How to start a short-term rental business that beats the competition
Erica Beers and Rebecca Slivka began targeting Los Angeles business travelers who needed accommodations. Five years later, their properties are a paradise for travelers who can work remotely. The pair shared 5 tips including breaker boxes and how to get five-star reviews. See more stories on the Insider business page. …
Read More »Corolla Beach Services gears up for first full season serving the northern Outer Banks
Corolla Beach Service is entering its first full season. Aaron Beresin, owner and founder of Corolla Beach Services, is looking forward to the full and busy first rental season of his business here on the Outer Banks. As one of the first Corolla companies to use public beach accesses, dozens …
Read More »No supply: bike shortage forces Tahoe stores to focus on rentals
Mountain bikers take a break on the Tahoe Mountain Trail. ProvidedPhil schwartz The country suffers from an ATV shortage, and Lake Tahoe’s bicycle shops are no exception. After placing orders for large quantities of bikes during the presale last October, many stores are already sold out or have a limited …
Read More »Vacation Home Rentals With Outrageous Outdoor Grills
Vacation home rentals sometimes include premium outdoor barbecues. Creekstone Barbecues and summer go hand in hand. With the long-awaited holiday season around the corner, people who have been indoors for months are more eager than ever to enjoy the great outdoors. TurnKey Vacation Rentals, which operates over 6,000 luxury and …
Read More »Car Rental Prices Rise During Pandemic Making Vacation Planning Nearly Impossible – NBC Los Angeles
If you’re planning a long-awaited summer vacation, there could be a huge, unexpected hiccup in your plans, which could cost you a lot of money … or even turn your vacation upside down. It was a long-awaited trip to see family in Durham, NC, with just one snag, as an …
Read More »Commission suspends approval of new vacation rentals – St George News
Washington County Commissioner Discusses Need for County to Revise Short-Term Rental Policy, St. George, Utah May 4, 2021 | Photo courtesy of Washington County / CEC, St. George News ST. GEORGE – Due to fears that the county’s current policies regarding the regulation of vacation rentals, also known as short-term …
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