Family Vacations – Tips to make the most of an Owner Direct Vacation Rental
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Family Vacations – Tips to make the most of an Owner Direct Vacation Rental

Everyone loves a good family vacation. After just getting back from one, let me share with you my family’s top tips on making the most of staying at an Owner Direct Vacation Rental. Location, location, location. When planning for your holiday, do your research and select a vacation home that is close to the attractions…

How Does OwnerDirect compare to Airbnb, Vrbo and Tripadvisor?
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How Does OwnerDirect compare to Airbnb, Vrbo and Tripadvisor?

You’ve probably heard about Airbnb, Vrbo and Tripadvisor. They are three well known vacation rental websites and are some of the larger players in the industry. Let’s take a deep dive into the differences between OwnerDirect, Airbnb, Vrbo and Tripadvisor. Company and History OwnerDirect.com OwnerDirect started in 1994 by Dave Bowering as a means to…

The 20 Most Popular Travel Destinations for Millennials
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The 20 Most Popular Travel Destinations for Millennials

Forget about privilege, social media narcissism and avocado toast: if there’s one thing true about millennials, it’s that they *love* to travel. Ever since this generation came into the spotlight of brands, companies and the travel industry in general, the game has changed. Millennials are no longer looking purely for relaxation-mode vacations; their preferences are…

Top 10 Family Ski Resorts in U.S. and Canada
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Top 10 Family Ski Resorts in U.S. and Canada

Every winter skiers of all ages flock to the mountains to hit the slopes. From coast to coast, Owner Direct Vacation Rentals has complied a list of our overall top 10 family ski resorts in the U.S. and Canada. These are the best resorts for mountain terrain, family activities and the best average yearly snowfalls. Big…

Owner Direct compared to Property Managers
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Owner Direct compared to Property Managers

How is Owner Direct different? Owners sometimes ask us what the difference is between Owner Direct Vacation Rentals and a property manager (or central reservations or a resort association). OwnerDirect works with many property managers as well as individual owners to market their vacation homes directly to guests. The explanations below list the benefits of…

40 Years of Disney World Ticket Prices – A Cost Comparison
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40 Years of Disney World Ticket Prices – A Cost Comparison

Updated Dec 2018 – Children dream of experiencing the magic of Disney. A visit to Disney will ensure smiles all round, enjoying interactions with live Disney characters, thrilling rides, live entertainment, fireworks and so much more. The amount of fun is endless, as this is the place is where dreams come true. But as adults…

The 20 Best Family Vacation Destinations
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The 20 Best Family Vacation Destinations

Family vacations are the time to make memories with loved ones while getting away from the usual daily routine. However, any parent knows that traveling with kids is challenging. First, you have to look for family-friendly destinations with attractions to entertain everyone; then make sure there are lots of dining options; and book the perfect…

29 of the Best Vacation Rental Upgrades that are Worth the Money
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29 of the Best Vacation Rental Upgrades that are Worth the Money

Thinking of upping your game but can’t decide what vacation rental upgrades are worth the money? We got you covered for every season! Even occasional vacation rental upgrades can be expensive. You have to be careful where you put your money. Whatever your budget, remember to choose the upgrades that give you the best returns….

Top 12 Unique Vacation Rentals on OwnerDirect.com
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Top 12 Unique Vacation Rentals on OwnerDirect.com

When travelers plan their vacation, they automatically start looking around for hotel rooms in popular tourist areas. You’re probably reading this because you’re not most people. You’re looking for a truly unique vacation experience, which starts by ditching hotel rooms with something more interesting – vacation home rentals. With Owner Direct, you have the opportunity…

Scams – Do not get caught!

Scams – Do not get caught!

Watch for these scams! Internet fraud The Internet continues to be the hottest medium for almost every scam. It provides opportunities for legitimate businesses and consumers, but it also hosts fraud artists running investment scams, fake business opportunities and fraudulent auctions, among others.The Internet has spawned online scams and jargon to describe them as well:…