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Home Away from Home (Really!)
9 Reasons to Go the Vacation Rental Route the Next Time You Travel
8. Vacation homes provide more privacy for Mom and Dad. Let's say you want to have some, ahem, adult time while you're on vacation. There's nothing better than being able to put the kids in a separate bedroom down the hall. "Adjoining hotel rooms just aren't the same," Karpinski says. "Not only is it going to probably be more expensive, most people feel a little uneasy about having their kids in a separate hotel room. Staying in an actual home provides a greater sense of privacy and safety."
9. You might even be able to bring Fido or Fluffy. That's right. Many vacation property owners will accept pets, which makes their homes especially attractive to families who can't bear to part with their four-footed friends for a week. "Even if you normally drop your pets off at the kennel, you might want to reconsider," Karpinski says. "By taking them with you, you can save hundreds of dollars on boarding costs. Just make sure the person you're renting from gives you the go-ahead.
Once you go the vacation home route, you probably won't go back to hotels," Karpinski says. "Yes, it takes a little effort on your part – and you may have to contact several different owners before you find the right home – but the results are definitely worth it. Start planning your next vacation right now. When you're relaxing in a comfortable home in a few months, you'll be glad you made the effort."