Vacation Rental News

• More violation notices continue to go out for vacation rentals in Bar Harbor. Monday, January 05, 2009
  Weekly rental violation notices are still being mailed out even though there is an appeal in process to change the codes for vacation weekly rentals...Currently there are several other weekly vacation rentals that are pending appeals before the board of appeals. There are several people who are taking their cases to the board because they own rental cottages and need the income they provide.


• Obama Vacation Island in Hawaii Experiences Major Power Outage  Saturday, December 27, 2008
  The President-elect Barack Obama and his family are on a 12 day holiday in vacation rnetal on the Hawaiian island of Oahu. And it was during his stay here that the island experienced a widespread power failure.


• Whiteface Lodge Private Residence Club offers Vacation Home Ownership  Wednesday, January 23, 2008
  You can now purchase your dream vacation home at a fairly low price because you can share ownership with other owners. These luxury vacation homes are furnished in Adirondack decor and all offer the comforts you would expect if you were at home. Kitchens are furnished with cool stainless steel appliances and countertops are covered with granite. Bathrooms have heated flooring and many of the holiday homes have porches which are equipped with fireplaces.


• 10 top travel destinations for USA and overseas Sunday, January 13, 2008
  While searching for best vacation rental or holiday home, make sure to check with this list. You will find great bargains and excellent deals if you rent directly from owner. You will stay in private home and still enjoy benefits of visiting 10 top travel destinations in 2008!


• 2008 Travel predictions and vacation rental industry Friday, January 11, 2008
  The top three travel destinations in US, according to Tampa Bay area residents are Florida, Hawaii and California. And when asked where they intend to travel in Europe next year, their answers were Italy, Great Britain and Spain. According to surveys by TripAdvisor, these people preferred taking about three vacations in a year. The survey also brought details about some travel trends for the year 2008. 22% of them prefer going biking for a vacation this year, compared to last year’s 13%. And 47% of the travelers prefer going hiking this year, which is an increase from last year’s 43% percent of travelers. 78% of the surveyed travelers believe that mobile phones should not be allowed on flight while 58% claim that they cannot and don’t feel it appropriate to tell a fellow passenger to turn off video content that is inappropriate.


• Chinese Tourist Get United States Visas for Group Travel Thursday, December 13, 2007
  Soon people in China will be able to travel to the United States by using tourist visas. An agreement between the two countries was recently signed in Beijing. The agreement puts the United States on the Approved Destination Status (ADS) and makes the US the 134th country on China’s list. We sure hope that many vacation homes will welcome Chinese tourists soon! Chinese tourists should be able to travel as a group in the spring. As of right now the US will only allow business travelers. China believes this agreement will stimulate the vacation industry and provide mutual ties in the economy and culture of the two countries.


• Group demands short term vacation rentals Saturday, November 10, 2007
  Vacation rentals usually permit its renting for an unlimited number of days, depending on the needs of the person renting the place. However there are some places like Sedona that don’t permit vacation rental owners to rent out their places for less than 30 days at a time. And it is against this ruling that the residents of Sedona have started demanding a change in this old and outdated ruling of Sedona, and to make the required changes.


• Deal Set to Help Jekyll Recapture its Vacation Rental Spot Monday, October 15, 2007
  Known as one of Georgia’s favorite vacation spot in the 50’s and the 60’s, Jekyll Island and the Buccaneer Hotel was the dream destination for winners on the hit show “Let’s make a Deal.” Today, the island is just a trace from its glorious past. Thus, residents of the island have something to be enthusiastic about as the island might be getting a new life with new hotel acting as vacation rental lodging.


• Marco Island Creates Committee To Monitor Vacation Rentals Monday, October 08, 2007
  Faced with complaints from residents, the Marco Island City Council has created an ad hoc committee to alleviate concerns about the onset of vacation rental properties in the island. This first step action hopefully will be the start for the solution of the problem. These concerns are related to the excessive noise, people, and property damage that residents have experienced.


• Shifting Market: Luxury Villa Rentals Monday, October 01, 2007
  Luxury vacation rental villas are proving to be the smart choice for tourists and high class consumers. The design packages for renting villas require less commitment than a destination club. Today, luxury villas still offer the same distinct pleasure. Making the smart choice in renting luxury villas is important in ensuring maximum satisfaction.