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Archive for November 29th, 2006

Rome: City of Seven Hills

Rome, the capital city of Italy, is historically known as ‘City of Seven Hills.’ According to Roman mythology, the seven hills of early Rome were the Cermalus, Cispius, Fagutal, Oppius, Palatium, Sucusa and Velia. But now the modern ‘City of Seven Hills’ includes Myrtle, Blossom, Clock Tower, Jackson, Lumpkin and Old Shorter hills and Mount […]

South Africa Car Hire

There is a wide selection of car hire companies in South Africa, which are easy to find and offer cheap rates to accommodate your budget.
SouthAfriCar is an agent for EuropCar South Africa, offering car rental throughout South Africa and neighbouring countries. They offer customers with affordable rental rates and excellent service and expert local car […]

Philadelphia’s Four Seasons Hotel For Business, Vacations Or Weddings

One of the finest hotels in downtown Philadelphia is the Four Seasons Hotel. And it caters to all travelers and special occasions, business, vacations or weddings. Located in the heart of downtown Philadelphia just at the foot of the famous Fairmount Park and the steps to the art museum made famous in the Rocky movies. […]

Handling Deposits for Vacation Rentals

Here are some helpful guidelines regarding rental deposits:
 

Require a minimum deposit of $200 or 15% of the total rental, whichever is greater.
Process deposits right away. If accepting deposits by check, cash it immediately. Bounced checks are a sign of trouble.
Only return deposits subsequent to the inspection of the premises after the renter checks out.
Be sure […]

Common Guest Complaints

It’s hard to make generalizations or give advice about renter complaints without knowing the specifics because each individual situation will be slightly different. However, the two most common grievances can be handled effectively by following these simple instructions.
The Weather:
Unfortunately, the weather is uncontrollable and unpredictable. Therefore, it should be communicated in the rental agreement that […]

Ahhh! A Hurricane Is Heading Right For My Vacation Home!

While you may not live in hurricane-stricken areas, your second home might be.
 

If you have hurricane/wind insurance, pull it out and read it. Contact your insurance company and find out what their process is for claims. If you don’t have hurricane/wind insurance, contact your regular insurance company because you can still file a claim, but […]

An Antiquing Village Day Trip, Richmond Illinois

Most of us can recall fond memories of childhood vacations. Sometimes just weekend visits, they were often experienced as “straight shots” to our destination. As we revisit some of these places as adults, we often see the many things we missed along the way. Many towns were known only as a blur; but now, years […]

Calm Amidst Chaos: Waikiki Vacation Rentals

Some places resist the label of “tourist attraction” and try to hold onto a detached, isolated identity. Other spots recognize that they have what it takes to show travelers a good time and simply go with it. Waikiki is just such a place; it has all the qualities of a fabulous escape and doesn’t try […]

Palm Springs: America’s Desert Paradise

Palm Springs is a desert paradise with sparkling waters, tree-lined canyons and bubbling hot springs. Yet for many East coasters, Palm Springs is still an enigma.
Palm Springs is one of the cities that make up Coachella Valley, which offers tons of great attractions and lush California scenery.
It is the perfect place to enjoy life outdoors […]

Learn How to Plan a Romantic Couples Getaway in the Ontario Winter Wonderland

Have you ever treated your spouse to Romantic Getaways in the beauty of Canadian Winter? Would you like to learn how to plan a romantic couples getaway in Ontario winter wonderland? Did the day, when you married the love of your life, ended the romance? Well now is the time to make the fire burn […]

Kenya Safari: The Fate of the Rhinos

In Africa today, the fight for growth of the rhino population is an everyday activity. After being declared an endangered species, Kenya has put up big efforts financially to see to it that their habitats have been safe guarded.
The history of the rhino can be traced back to 45 million years ago. The Baluchitherium, an […]

3 Scenic Mountain Tours

If you’re looking for some of the most exquisite and pristine territory in the United States, you’ll find it in Oregon. The state offers a tremendous number of places to view its scenery. From the coast to the top of Mt. Hood, there are plenty of scenic areas in Oregon to visit. A fantastic way […]