These days, there are a few ways most people book their vacations. Most often, people use sites that are locked and loaded with vacations all over the world — these sites being Airbnb & VRBO. Impact has all of their vacations available on these sites as well. Other ways people search for vacations is by using a travel agent, or using any of the thousands of online booking wizards, like Expedia or KAYAK.
These sites are usually very helpful in managing the details, and gathering all of the rentals in one place. The only problem here is…….. you lose out on savings. These booking agents typically tack on fees and nickel and dime the guest until the price you once saw, is now doubled. So how can you avoid all of those fees?? BOOK DIRECT. Next time you are scrolling through Airbnb or VRBO and that perfect mountain getaway pops up, look for a business name. Then, go google them for a direct site! Not only will you save on fees (usually anywhere from 10-20%!), but the owner will be beside themselves with gratitude that you searched them out! These third party apps go out of their way to make sure owners and hosts DO NOT let you know you can find them outside their platform. There are big repercussions for hosts who do divulge this information to guests too. And it makes sense…they want you using their app only.
So there ya have it. I hope this has been helpful and you’ll consider BOOKING DIRECT for your next vacation.
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