Urban and Beach Destinations Are Tops Including New York, Miami and Myrtle
Beach, SC
DALLAS, Aug. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- As summer heats up, Hotels.com
announces the top vacation rental destinations for the remainder of the
season. Vacation rentals -- condos, suites and villas -- offer travelers
added benefits including larger spaces, multiple rooms and private amenities.
According to actual Hotels.com customer booking preferences, urban and beach
destinations including Myrtle Beach, SC, which tops the list, Las Vegas and
Orlando are among the top vacation rental hot spots this summer.
"We're seeing an increase in customer bookings for vacation rentals
because they're a cost-effective way for families and groups to stay together
or for those travelers wanting extra amenities such as private Jacuzzis and
full kitchens," said Cheryl Rosner, president of Hotels.com.
Hotels.com Most Popular Vacation Rental Destinations:
1. Myrtle Beach, SC
2. Orlando
3. New York City
4. Panama City, FL
5. Ocean City, MD
6. Virginia Beach, VA
7. Las Vegas
8. Miami
9. Gulf Shores, AL
10. Destin, FL
"It's not too late to plan a summer getaway with family and friends.
Hotels.com is the only website that gives travelers such a wide selection from
traditional hotels to bed & breakfasts and beachfront condos at truly
competitive prices," Rosner added.
Hotels.com knows hotels inside and out -- including non-traditional
lodging accommodations. As the worldwide experts in vacation rentals,
Hotels.com has thousands of vacation rental options in more bookable locations
around the world than any online travel provider. Through Hotels.com,
customers can book online or can access its certified team of hotel experts
via telephone 24/7 to help them choose the right accommodations. Hotels.com
is dedicated to helping travelers find their ideal lodging situation in
popular destinations such as New York, the Caribbean, Hawaii, Colorado and
Europe. A sample of Hotels.com vacation rental rates include Sands Ocean Club
in Myrtle Beach from $129.95; Sheraton Vistana Villages in Orlando from
$112.50; Ocean Key in Virginia Beach from $129.95; Summer Bay in Las Vegas
from $65.95; Your Stay Central Park in NYC from $119.95; and Edgewater Beach
Resort in Panama City from $129.95.**
Note to Editors: Ranking of destinations based on actual Hotels.com
customer shopping preferences. Please contact press office for current
rankings or a list of hotels and rates for destinations.
* For more details on our Price Guarantee, see the Hotels.com website.
** Rates are subject to change and availability.
About Hotels.com
Hotels.com is a leading provider of lodging worldwide, providing service
through its own websites (including http://www.hotels.com and others),
thousands of affiliated websites, and its toll-free call centers
(1-800-2-HOTELS). Hotels.com provides accommodations to travelers at over
12,000 properties in more than 400 markets in North America, Europe, the
Caribbean and Asia. The company offers a one-stop shopping source for hotel
pricing, amenities and availability, and also specializes in providing
travelers with accommodations for sold-out periods. Hotels.com is an
operating business of IAC/InterActiveCorp (Nasdaq: IACI). CST: 2059975-40.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
Nicole Hockin
Hotels.com
469-335-1595
nhockin@hotels.com
SOURCE Hotels.com
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