Things To Consider When Choosing Vacation Rentals For The Family

There are a lot of moving parts to consider when booking a family holiday. Do you want to go abroad, or remain local? Do you prefer to stay at a hotel or book a vacation rentals?

Picking out a place to stay with the family, especially if you're travelling with multiple kids, is not simple task. There are multiple things to consider, some of which you may not even consider, nor would anyone else, until they arise when you arrive for your stay. This is why it’s important to ponder all factors ahead of time. Don’t just ask your children and other guests what’s on their list, ask the rental agency or owner, too. The last thing you need on vacation is a problem that could’ve been avoided.

First Of All, Consider The Location

Location should be an obvious consideration, but it’s more often overlooked than one may assume. Beyond just the address or city the rental is closest to, the location involves neighborhood, the general atmosphere of the area, businesses nearby, views, and most importantly, amenities. You need to think about what’s important to your family on holiday.

What you require depends on your unique preferences and where you’re headed. Going to the beach? Well, how close to the beach do you need to be? Driving distance? Walking Distance? Right on the oceanfront? What are the tradeoffs of the proximity to the destination you select? Being on the beach may mean a further walk or even drive to nearby small businesses. Electing to drive to the beach may present a nuisance and mess for everyone involved, including your car. Every choice has pros and cons, so you should create your priority list accordingly.

Ask About Parking

Something you may easily forget to look into amidst booking an exciting or long-awaited vacation is where you can park. Unless you and your family plan on using taxis and ride-sharing services the entire time on holiday, the availability and convenience of parking is an important thing to consider.

Consider how many vehicles you’ll be bringing, the size of said vehicles, and how long they’ll need to be in one place. A bad parking situation, or a sky-high parking price can be a deal breaker on what would have been an otherwise perfect vacation rental. 

Demographic And Area Atmosphere

This is an oft-overlooked, and much less quantifiable aspect on the list of things to consider when picking the perfect location spot. But, nevertheless, the demographic and atmosphere should hold just as much significance as the rest, if not more. As cliché and over generalized as it may sound, gauging an area’s vibe is an important part of making sure it’s the right fit for you and your family.

For example, it may not be preferential for you to rent a condo for your family in the area of town nearest to the club district, or any area that’s typically less peaceful come sun down. If you’re looking for a peaceful vacation away from it all, going with a place with a lively night life just because of the price would be an ill-advised, somewhat myopic choice. On the contrary, if activities and plenty of fun at all times of the day appeals to you and your family, this may be perfect for you. In fact, you may even find yourself bored or displeased with the lack of action present in a calmer area, whereas someone looking for a family-friendly environment may feel right at home.

All Important Price

Location and vibe often match the price, with vacationers sometimes paying a premium for the solitude they desire. Finding that perfect, secluded spot on the outskirts of your destination may sound nice, but making sure it doesn’t break the bank when booking is even more important.

Choose your deals wisely. Use all the resources available to you to make the right choice, and leave no stone unturned when it comes to finding the best priced vacation for you and your family. Making a compromise if needed doesn’t mean you’ve given up, it just means you didn’t compromise on your preferred budget.

In Summary, Be Meticulous!

There’s no reason to book a vacation in a rush, especially if this compromises on what you want from the trip or your wallet. Do your due research on the area, rentals available, pricing, amenities, and even on the owners of the place you’re thinking about booking. Knowledge is power; this way, you’ll be coming prepared and secure in the knowledge you’ve made the best choice for your family.

17 Sep 2020
SG Expats