Unlike other sites which list web links for the purpose of getting more site visitors, we thought it better to provide links to select web resources that GreatFamilyRentals.com feels are genuinely helpful for family vacationers and rental property owners. Each has been carefully reviewed by our travel and marketing staff.
Vacationers: Travel information
There's no shortage of general travel and guidebooks, but what about books that discuss traveling with children? We found experts who have written about this sometimes-daunting endeavor. Helpful tips and ideas can make your vacation easy and tear-free. Within this category, we can recommend the titles in the box to the right. To make it more interesting, we've also included a few titles that go just a bit beyond the 'traveling with kids' genre... (if titles aren't showing, just click Refresh in your browser)
Family Vacation Critics - This site provides a grid based ranking of various family travel alternatives, submitted by family travelers. Family Travel Forum - FTF provides its members with unbiased information and reporting to make traveling a better experience for adults and children. Most content is for paid members, but some information is accessible to guests. BabyCenter - Reference for traveling with a baby. Specific hints and tips on infant travel. Family Travel Guides - Family travel guides by state, as well as a baby equipment rental directory by state. GoCityKids - The city guide for parents. Covers 13 major U.S. cities. Family Travel Network - Oldest and largest free online site devoted exclusively to family vacations. WebFlyer - Information for the frequent traveler who wants a single source of expert information on frequent traveler programs. TripAdvisor - Provides a comprehensive travel search engine and directory that helps consumers research their travel plans via the web. National Parks of America - Welcome to the net’s most complete resource for outdoor travel & adventure in America’s National Parks and more — FREE insider’s info by adventurers for adventurers. - And more coming soon! If you have a resource you'd like to recommend, please Contact Us.
Vacationers: Plan your trip
Discount airfare - search for the best fares - Looking for cheap airfares with the right flight times? The largest airfare search engine searches more than 28 popular airline and airfare sites and finds you the best prices and flight times. Search now! Compare car rental rates - Search and get instant quotes from 27 car rental companies, and pick the one that's best for your family vacation. Sedans, vans, SUVs, coupes and convertibles - it's your choice! Last minute deals - Need to get away this weekend or next? Save up to 70% with special package prices. Choose your flights, hotel, and car from 3 hours to 14 days prior to departure, and you're on your way! Hundreds of constantly updated packages - so check back often. What to do when you get there - Did you know you can book popular sights, tours and activities BEFORE your trip? Avoid sell-outs, reduce stress and save precious vacation time. Theme parks, museums, parking, airport shuttles, restaurants and more! Save with our low price guarantee. Instant travel insurance quotes - Travel insurance made simple! We offer 63 different travel insurance plans from 14 different companies - no other site has such product depth or comparison features. - And more coming soon! If you have a resource you'd like to recommend, please Contact Us.
Vacationers: Supplies & products
Madallie - A children's travel store - A store that will not only capture your children's attention while traveling but will also you some 'peace of time' to relax. Books, crafts, puppets and much more.
Babies Travel Lite - They aim to make traveling with small children easier and more enjoyable. The company offers worldwide delivery of baby supplies to all travel destinations. Save 50% on your vacation dining! - Get 50% off gift certificates at thousands of popular restaurants nationwide. Print them out before your vacation and enjoy great dining and savings on your trip! Baby's Away - Claims to be the largest baby and child supply and rental service with over 50 locations. Family on Board - This company specializes in all sorts of products for traveling with kids. Stroll And Go - Strollandgo.com offers a stylish and unique selection of strollers, diaper bags, car seats and furniture. Carries several hard to find brands. Click for free ground shipping. Ofoto - Ofoto, a Kodak company, makes it easy for you to share your favorite vacation memories with friends and family around the world by ordering prints and sharing photos online. We've been impressed by Ofoto's speed, print quality and value. JetSetBabies - A ship-ahead service for baby essentials. Tough Traveler - Baby carriers, luggage, backpacks and more. Magellan's Travel Supplies - A major source of travel supplies, Magellan's carries hundreds of products, from luggage locks to picnic gear, and more! eBags bags & accessories - Find baby carriers, diaper bags, kids luggage, backpacks, sleeping bags and more. We like their low price guarantee, free returns and frequent free shipping promotions. - And more coming soon! If you have a resource you'd like to recommend, please Contact Us.
Vacationers: Web tools
GreatFamilyRentals.com Toolbar - Make a clean sweep of pop-up ads with the GreatFamilyRentals.com Toolbar. Now with Popup Manager. Get it for free! Search the web, find related links and get site info all on the same page. Click above for info, or to take a tour. - And more coming soon! If you have a resource you'd like to recommend, please Contact Us.
Vacationers: Unique Destinations
PureFrance.com - Villas in France for rental Travel Tuscany - What to See and Do in Tuscany - Rent holiday villas with all modern and transport facilities in Tuscany, Italy.
Ski Vacations - Links to Ski Resorts New Zealand Accommodation - Find and book your accommodation in New Zealand. Over 3500 NZ properties cover all accommodation needs from budget to luxury accommodations.
Owners: Resources
Rentors.org - Representing collectively tens of thousands of vacation rental properties, it is the mission of Rentors.org to assure a level of professionalism, fair dealing and truth-in-advertising to the global vacation rental community. Vacation Rentals Yahoo! Group - The largest online group dedicated to the discussion of vacation rentals. Over 800 vacation rental owners provide help, tips and suggestions. Vacation Property Services - Helps owners increase bookings and maximize profits from their vacation rental
property. Offers the Vacation Rental Planner & Organizer. Lay My Hat - An information resource for vacation rental owners, with advice, ideas and discussions. The Vacation Rentals Directory - News, advice and articles for property owners. Vacation Rental Consultants - Providing a menu of self-management tools & services combined with personal consultation designed to get your property into the vacation rental marketplace quickly, easily and more affordably. - And more coming soon! If you have a resource you'd like to recommend, please Contact Us.
Owners: Books & organizers
Buying, managing and marketing your vacation rental property can be a challenge, as well as very rewarding. While there are plenty of books dealing with real estate investment and traditional rental property management, this is not the case with vacation rentals. But after some research, we identified books that might be helpful, located to the right... (if titles aren't showing, just click Refresh in your browser)
How To Rent Vacation Properties By Owner - A guide to buy, manage, furnish, market, rent and maintain your vacation rental property. How To Make Your Vacation Property Work For You - Designed as a complete “seminar-in-a-box,” this 300-page book/CD package shows you step-by-step how to create an online listing for your property that will set it apart from the competition. How a Second Home Can Be Your Best Investment - New tax-free methods for using a vacation home for recreation, retirement and investment. The Complete Guide to Second Homes for Vacation... - Information to find, buy, and get the most fun and profit from your second home. Profit from Your Vacation Home Dream: - The Complete Guide to a Savvy Financial and Emotional Investment Noted rent-by-owner author's brand-new book. Order now and be first to get it when published in July. - And more coming soon! If you have a resource you'd like to recommend, please Contact Us.
Owners: Supplies & products
Greet your guests with a nice meal, at 50% off - A great welcome gift for renters! Print your own certificates and mail or leave for your guests, along with your list of recommended eateries. Vacation Home Mall - The vacation store with everything from buying to building to furnishing your vacation home. Articles, information, vacation home designs, remote control and monitoring, furniture, sports, leisure and more. Coastal Decor Shop - Home decorative accents and fixtures with a distinctive seaside charm. Great for outfitting your beach vacation rental property. Going above & beyond for guests - it's easy! - Offer airport transfers, tour, theater or concert tickets to your vacationers. Provide a time-saving service, or welcome your guests with tickets to a local attraction or event. 4,000+ choices in 40+ countries. Save with our low price guarantee. Minimus travel-size supplies - How old IS that bottle of ketchup?!? With over 500 travel size items, Minimus is a great source for necessities for your guests, like soap and shampoo. But they also have food, beverage, laundry, personal care, pharmacy and other thoughtful items. GreatFamilyRentals.com Online Store - The place to get authentic GreatFamilyRentals.com merchandise! The best quality shirts, hats and other items, all with the popular GreatFamilyRentals.com logo. - And more coming soon! If you have a resource you'd like to recommend, please Contact Us.
Owners: Travel planning
Cheap airline tickets - search for the best fares - Looking for discount airfares with the right flight times? The largest airfare search engine searches more than 28 popular airline and airfare sites and finds you the best prices and flight times. Search now! Compare car rental rates - Search and get instant quotes from 27 car rental companies, and pick the one that's best for your next getaway. Sedans, vans, SUVs, coupes and convertibles - it's your choice! Last minute deals - Need to get away this weekend or next? Save up to 70% with special package prices. Choose your flights, hotel, and car from 3 hours to 14 days prior to departure, and you're on your way! Hundreds of constantly updated packages - so check back often. What to do when you get there - Did you know you can book popular sights, tours and activities for your clients? Theme parks, museums, parking, airport shuttles, restaurants and more! Provide a great value-added service. Low price guarantee. Instant travel insurance quotes - Consider providing this valuable enhancement for your renters that protects you as well! We offer 63 different travel insurance plans from 14 different companies - no other site has such product depth or comparison features.
Purchase frequent flyer miles - Need to check on your property? At Miles4Sale, get the additional frequent flyer miles you need for a free ticket. Authorized by American and Delta airlines. - And more coming soon! If you have a resource you'd like to recommend, please Contact Us.
Owners: Web tools
High-quality, inexpensive web hosting - If you need fast, reliable and inexpensive hosting for your web site, check out 2 Buck Webs. Get your own web site in compliance - Do you have your own web site for your property? Are you in compliance with the law? If not, you can face significant criminal and civil penalties. Do like we did and get your site in compliance, in 60 minutes or less. - And more coming soon! If you have a resource you'd like to recommend, please Contact Us.
