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Comparison Shopping Trends and Special Deals for New York City
by Vacation Lodging Directory Rentalo.com
Rentalo.com Reveals Comparison Shopping Trends for Hotels, Bed and Breakfasts and Vacation Rentals for New York City and Shares Special Deals for All Three Lodging Categories
Miami, FL. March 23, 2010 – Choosing between staying at a hotel, vacation rental, or bed and breakfast can be a determinant factor in the type of vacation a traveler experiences. Not only costs can vary significantly but also privacy issues and the overall service experience. Rentalo.com, the leading online lodging directory of vacation rentals, hotels, and bed and breakfasts released a study on vacation trends for New York City that highlights the benefits on comparison shopping.
The study revealed that 68 percent of the vacation planners who inquired for a place to stay showed interest in comparison shopping among New York City vacation rentals, bed and breakfasts, and hotels. When choosing a lodging alternative many factors are taken into consideration, and not all lodging types are ideal for all kinds of travelers.
“Rentalo.com is a unique travel directory that offers travelers a quick and easy way to compare offers from vacation rentals, bed and breakfasts, and hotels” says Frank Suarez, customer service manager at Rentalo.com. “Our goal is to allow travelers to easily choose the most suitable alternative for their needs by making comparison shopping as easy as possible.”
New York Hotel Option – from $64.50 per person per night
The Anchor Inn is an affordable alternative for those looking for comfort accommodations. Ideal for corporate visitors, guests will be treated to individual attention and businesses can establish a corporate account. The Anchor Inn hotel inn is listed at a nightly rate of $129 USD per night for double occupancy. Guests will enjoy air conditioning, cable TV, high speed internet, and a business center open 24 hours a day. There is also a fitness center and wi-fi access. Details, pictures, and contact information are available at rentalo.com, ID 106249.
New York Bed and Breakfast Option – from $45 per person per night
Offered at a regular nightly rate from $90 USD per night for a double occupancy room, this bed and breakfast will be a true delight for those who like a charming ambiance and energetic vibes. Guests will enjoy private fireplaces, balconies, air conditioning, and a great location minutes from everything. Details and pictures along with a short inquiry form can be found at rentalo.com, ID 28312.
New York City Vacation Rental Option – from $43.62 per person per night
This tastefully decorated vacation apartment can sleep up to eight people comfortably. It is advertised at a discounted rate of $349 USD per night, sleeps up to 8 people, and features three full sized furnished bedrooms, a 32 plasma flat screen TV, and high speed internet. Also, it has access to a pool and a hot tub! Detailed information and pictures on this vacation rental apartment in NYC is available in Rentalo.com, ID 317276.
New York City’s most popular vacation theme is couple getaways with 31 percent of the inquiries requesting accommodations for two, 24 percent for families with children, and 23 percent for people traveling alone. Twenty-seven percent were early planners who started their vacation planning 1 to 2 months in advance, 33 percent were from last minute travelers inquiring within the last 30 days prior to arriving to their New York City lodging, and another 37 percent were travelers planning at least 2 months prior to arriving to New York City.
Travel editors, experts, and other media publications interested in similar data pertaining to other vacation destinations, or additional consumer data statistics and facts such as budget, amenities, length of stays, peak seasons, and inventory data should contact Rentalo directly.
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