Airbnbs: Breakout Star of Spring Break 2016
Ah, Spring Break. That annual week of respite from school, from work, from responsibilities. (Hey, we can dream, right?) The point is, Spring Break is for everyone– not just coeds.
But since the holiday is so widely marketed to college students, we wondered whether traditional party locations really dominated the Spring Break vacation market and how the rise in popularity of vacation rentals such as Airbnb affected hotel bookings.
To find out, Hipmunk analyzed the most-booked Spring Break destinations for airfare and hotels, which we defined for our purposes as beginning Friday, March 18, 2016, the week preceding Easter (although the dates can vary widely). To break it down further, we also looked the most popular destinations for Airbnb vacation rentals and compared that to the same week the year before to see how those numbers had changed.
read moreSamantha En Route’s Suggestions For Budget Stays In The South
Cheap accommodations are abundant in the South, so the following is an overview to help you out with options for budget hotels in Huntsville, Tuscaloosa, Hot Springs Village and more.
read moreThings You Should Know About Staying in Australian Hotels
Staying at a hotel is always exciting and fun. They’re clean, have beautiful facilities, and provide you with a new personal space with endless options for fun. Though the hotel culture in one country is not necessarily the same as the next and if you’re traveling internationally you will notice slight differences in how hotels are run.
When it comes to Australia, the following are a few necessary things you should know about staying in our hotels. These are the most common and most significant things you just must remember while planning your stay.
read moreHipmunk Hotels: Affordable New York Hotels in Buffalo, Long Island, Lake Placid, and More
New York State is one of the most visited destinations in America, though many tourists mistakenly believe that accommodations here have to cost a premium. In fact, there are many New York destinations with budget-friendly hotels, as well as some great deals if you know how to find them.
The following are affordable hotels in Buffalo, Long Island, Lake Placid and more cities across New York.
read moreValerie Caulin’s Recommendations for Best Stays in Laughlin, Stateline, Reno, and More
The western part of the USA offers a good blend of urban and nature with posh shops, glitzy casinos, and clubs, as well as a rugged desert, relaxing ridge, and lakes.
From families on a much-awaited trip to busy career people looking forward to some R&R, there is always a perfect hotel in which everyone can stay.
read moreHorsham International Hotel: The Perfect Overnight Stop Between Melbourne & Adelaide
No visit to Australia is complete without a road trip. From coastal journeys and outback adventures, driving is one of the best ways to see this great Southern land.
Driving Australia can be easy on most routes, but you do need to be prepared for the distances. Once you find yourself outside the main cities, much of Australia is very spread out, and towns can be few and far between. So prior planning is essential, especially when it comes to choosing overnight stays to break up the trip.
For those traveling between Melbourne and Adelaide, we recently stayed at Horsham International Hotel which was the perfect overnight stopover for this route.
read morePlanning a trip to Israel? 5 Reasons You Should Stay in Dan Hotels
Travel to Israel is for many a dream. Eco travelers love the desert, religious pilgrims are drawn to sacred sites on the biblical scene, and for outdoor adventurers there are an abundance of green hills and valleys, multi colored canyons, and the chance to swim in the famous Dead Sea.
Regardless of which destination you choose in Israel, you can rest easy knowing that you can find luxury accommodation where-ever you go. The Dan Hotels is one of the most well-known Israel hotels 5 star, and with 14 properties in popular hubs throughout the country, you can organize all of your accommodation from just one website.
The following are 5 reasons to stay in Dan Hotels on your next trip to Israel.
read moreOvernight in an Airstream: A New Glamping Experience on the NSW South Coast
In 1931, Airstream began with Wally Byam’s dream: to build a travel trailer that would move like a stream of air, be light enough to be towed by a car, and create first-class accommodations anywhere.
85 years later, when it comes to spotting one on the road, no other travel trailer comes close to the classic, instantly recognizable “silver bullet” look, and after decades of touring the roads and campsites of America (and the world), the Airstream has gone from being an oddity to a true American icon.
For those who have ever wanted to spend a couple of nights in an iconic Airstream travel trailer, a new glamping experience awaits you on Australia’s NSW South Coast. Having come a long way since Wally’s first design, modern Airstream trailers now resemble a luxury home.
read moreEpic Adventures You Can Take From Ka’ana Resort Belize
Belize is paradise for the adventure traveler. There are majestic forests for you to zipline through, spectacular barrier reefs for scuba diving and snorkeling, and ancient Mayan ruins and caves to explore. There is an impressive amount of archaeology and caving, exotic wildlife in some of the most pristine jungles in the world, and plenty of options for fitness, history, and culture too.
Travelers to Belize will find themselves venturing off the beaten path and immersed in natural history, active adventures and unforgettable experiences. And some of the best adventures are easily organized from our favorite resort – Ka’ana Belize.
This is an upscale outpost for exploring, perfectly located in the midst of everything a Central American vacation could possibly offer. All adventure tours are run privately, never shared, and their guides are some of the best in the country. You’ll find that every adventure is a curated experience that is authentically Belize. The following are epic adventures you can take while staying at Ka’ana Belize.
read moreThe Type of Traveler Who is Suited to an All Inclusive Holiday
Just like everything in life, there are both pros and cons to taking an all inclusive holiday. Some people love them, some people are vehemently against the thought, and the rest tend to fall somewhere in the middle.
But when it comes down to it, there is no right or wrong way to travel, and an all inclusive holiday could genuinely be for you. Even if you’re a traveler who generally prefers to explore a destination thoroughly, go sightseeing every day, eat street food, meet locals, and discover locations off the beaten path which put you well away from your resort or hotel.
All inclusive holidays are a fabulous choice for the following types of travelers. Are any of these you?
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