Vacation Rental How-To’s
Taking a vacation? What about the Vacation Rental option?
Despite the down turn in the economy, many individuals, families and groups are still traveling but just on a more conservative budget. Renting vacation homes is gaining popularity as many people are realizing they offer affordability, amenities and privacy that is very difficult to find in a hotel or resort stay.
When you have a large group or family reunion, renting a home with several bedrooms can be up to 40% less expensive that the cost of several hotel or resort rooms.
When searching for the vacation rental for you and your group, use the following guidelines:
Be flexible on your dates as this will help in the booking of a vacation home. Expect to pay a premium rate during the holiday seasons and discounts during the off season. So, if you are on a restricted budget, you may want to look at the off season.
Decide on your list of amenities you will desire during your stay as many homes offer private pools and Jacuzzi’s, BBQ’s, tennis courts, recreational rooms and patios or decks for gathering and viewing. You should decide on how many bedrooms and bathrooms you will need and just as important, what sleeping accommodations are needed. That is, do you want a king, queen or twin size beds for your group and will the rooms be private or shared.
You also want to ask the question on what supplies are in the house. Most homes have all of the sheets, towels and paper products needed. Obviously, many of the larger villas offer toiletries, hair dryers and much more… To avoid any problems, ask he rental agent about your needs and requests prior to your arrival.
You should also do a little homework about the area so you are somewhat familiar with attractions, activities, shopping areas, grocery stores and emergency facilities in the area. You can also ask your rental agent about concierge services and everything they have to offer to you during your stay. Your contact at Baja Sur Vacation Rentals has lived in Cabo full time for over 10 years and has been in every home we rent.
Please contact Baja Sur Vacation Rentals about their vacation homes and the professional concierge services they offer to their clients.
www.baja.ryancharleston.com
E-mail: info@bajasurvacationrentals.com
Toll Free (888) 332-8477.
Go away and enjoy your vacation…….Hot suggestions
Going on Vacation?? Leave your Blackberry behind. Experts say that people who are connected to the office, even while lounging on the beach are less likely to receive the full benefits of a vacation.
Stay healthy on vacation……
Before you go, start adjusting your sleep schedule to your destination’s time zone. If you are heading overseas or your itinerary includes outdoorsy type activities, check to make sure all of your vaccinations are up to date. You do not want any nasty diseases for a souvenir.
During your stay seek out sightseeing activities that incorporate fitness like a hiking or walking that will burn about 300 calories an hour. Start you lunch and dinner with a salad or broth based soup. You will consume approximately 12 percent fewer calories during your stay.
After you vacation, schedule a post massage with a really good masseuse. Even a short massage will ease your travel aches and boost your mood.
While on the plane, turn off the air nozzle above your sat as it can circulate airborne germs…….
This is something exciting to do while you are in Cabo. With over 40 years of offering tours in Mexico, the Caborey has firmly established its reputation for quality, safety and fun. Whether you prefer to see the spectacular sites of Cabo San Lucas from the upper deck of a 144 ft. catamaran or from 600′ in the air suspended from a parasail or from the window of a helicopter the Caborey has a special tour for you.
A bilingual staff is there to assist you 364 days a year as they work hard to make your experience a great one whether you are an individual, family or with a private or corporate group.
Reservations can be made in advance for the gourmet Dinner Cruise with sit a down dinner or the Margarita Tour. Enjoy the professional Argentinean Tango and Mexican Folklore Las Vegas style show that is truly enjoyable and a must see.
Come and enjoy your time in Cabo and spend a relaxing day or evening on the water with the Caborey.
Villa Buena Vida is a spectacular 17,000 square foot luxury home that offers you 10,700 sq. ft. livable under roof living and approx. 6,500 sq. ft. of outdoors patios and decks. This home offers plenty of spacious living, privacy and some of the most wonderful and spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and Finisterra Beach. Located in the private and exclusive Pedregal Development, you will enjoy one the finest homes in all of Cabo.
This beautiful 10 bedroom, 10 bathroom luxury home can accommodate up to 22 guests on vacation or a smaller professional business group. Villa Buena Vida, offers many special features and amenities found only in a few of the homes here in all of Los Cabo. That makes Villa Buena Vida the place to relax and enjoy your vacation in Cabo!
Villa Buena Vida welcomes you with open doors to come and enjoy your vacation or conduct your business meeting in its beauty and elegance.
Testimonials:
Everyone had a GREAT time and believe me our executive guests attend many “special” events and were impressed with how organized everything was.
Thank you!
– Mark
Villa Stein is nestled on a one of a kind piece of property where time seems to stand still, overlooking the Southern most tip of Baja California with a breathtaking, unparalleled view of the Sea of Cortez meeting the Pacific Ocean.
Villa Stein is located in one of the most prestigious residential sections of Cabo San Lucas, The Pedregal. The open ocean offers a variety of entertainment ranging from watching the whales frolic in the surf to counting the boats as they return to harbor at the end of the day.
Villa Stein’s pool is cantilevered over the beach to take advantage of the location and a swim up bar makes it the perfect spot to spend the day. There is also a Jacuzzi and a private bath outside.
Daily housekeeping service is provided by David & Pilar. They will take care of making beds, changing towels and linens and general maintenance of the home.
Villa Stein is designed to easily accommodate groups ranging from two to eight, depending on your room selection. We only rent to one party at a time to insure privacy for our guests.
We look forward to your visit to beautiful Villa Stein!
Testimonial:
The trip went great, and we were very pleased with Villa Stein.
Thank you very much for all your help during our trip! I will definitely give you a call next time we head down to Cabo! – Will
No Reported Safety Concerns
In Cabo San Lucas
“You have to make a distinction between the border incidents that are going on and the places like Playacar, Cancun, Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta, which are exceedingly safe.”
-NBC News
Reported February 26, 2009
Recently, the media has reported several drug cartel skirmishes occurring along the Mexican border. These problems are happening mainly in the border towns of Tijuana, Chihuahua City and Ciudad Juarez. Due to the increase in cartel activity, the State Department has issued a travel alert for these areas of Mexico. Cabo San Lucas is geographically isolated from these reported problem areas. Located on the southern tip of Baja California, Cabo San Lucas is approximately 1,000 miles from the problem border towns. Cabo San Lucas is a key tourist location where thousands of people from all over the world travel to every year. As a major spring break destination, Cabo San Lucas is visited by thousands of college students annually. Cabo San Lucas is a safe place to vacation but like any travel destination, travelers should exercise common-sense precautions.
Villa Vacations once seemed only possible for the wealthy, but today villa rentals have emerged as value-based travel opportunities for everyone. While statistics show that only 8% of travelers have stayed in a vacation rental, 90% report they are likely to plan this kind of vacation again. In general a group of people traveling together splitting the cost will keep pricing down. In addition to cost savings, villas offer guests more space, home-like comforts, and no tips, taxes or service charges associated with hotel rooms. Private homes and condos have kitchens for cooking, living areas for gathering together and the appeal of being part of the community.
Hotels may enjoy the advantages of brand recognition, familiar reservation processes, and on-site staff. For those booking a vacation rental it may mean stepping out of that comfort zone in order to appreciate the advantages that vacation rentals offer. Perceived cons of vacation rentals may include being unfamiliar with the property, questions about on-site staff, and concerns about quality. These concerns are mitigated by dealing with villa or vacation rental agencies that manage vacation properties for owners who offer many of the same services that hotels offer their guests including check in services, housekeeping, 24-hr. maintenance and concierge services.
The benefits of vacation rentals generally outweigh the negatives by offering more space in multiple bedrooms, bathrooms, and separate living areas; more amenities with fully equipped kitchens, private hot tubs and convenient locations with greater privacy. In many communities the option of vacation rentals provides travelers with the opportunity to become part of a neighborhood.
Vacation rental homes can range from budget studio condos to luxurious, expensive villas in the world’s most desirable locations with all the amenities one would find in any luxury accommodation.
Baja Sur Vacation Rentals offers over 100 properties for those traveling to the Los Cabos area in Baja California Sur. Units as small as a studio to as large as a 10 bedroom villa are offered in the communities of San Jose del Cabo, along highway 1, commonly referred to as “the corridor”, Cabo San Lucas, and Todo Santos about 45 minutes from Cabo San Lucas. One of our Cabo staff will meet and greet travelers at the chosen home to review operating systems of the home and answer any questions. Full concierge services are available.