One of the most frustrating things for a guest to find out is that the information listed in the property description or the availability calendar is inaccurate or outdated. When researching, guests rely on accurate data and details, to continue the inquiry process. This can refer to the … Read More

A valued addition: The welcome binder!
When your guests arrive at your unit, they will most likely have done some research on the area or town, or maybe they are even repeat visitors. However, from my own experience I know that there are always questions to be answered … and I … Read More

Short notice bookings – are you prepared?
Short notice bookings can happen
Some owners assume that there won’t be any last minute bookings. They might not have their unit “ready to go” for a guest or even forget to check their notices. Fact is that matches and bookings can happen at any time. Guests … Read More

We find the prospective guests. We generate the traffic. What should you do? Are you sure you offer the best value?
Our job is to find the prospective guests and provide the finest service …  and your job is to offer the best value for your type of property … Read More

It’s hard enough to keep track of time at home! Now enter different time zones and even countries into the equation, and the confusion is complete! For property owners dealing with customers worldwide, we created this guide to help figuring out the best times to call … Save this for … Read More

What links to your Owner Direct property page can do for you …
So you have a beautiful vacation home that you would like to rent out (or rent out more often). By signing up with Owner Direct, you made the first step by creating a free listing that gives … Read More

Ski season is coming!
And with that, lots of snow-hungry couples, families and groups of friends, keen to enjoy the pristine white!
Have you ever wondered what the top items for ski vacation rentals are?

The things that set you apart from other cabins and condos in the same resort? We have done the research … Read More

 And then there were ski vacation rentals …
With the winter fast approaching, a lot of seasoned winter travellers and winter sports enthusiasts will be planning their next ski vacation early. Looking at pristine white snow capped mountains is simply awe inspiring, and staying in those snowed-in … Read More

Remember that old saying: “A picture is worth a thousand words?” A good picture can really do just that. In fact, a picture has become a very powerful marketing tool, now that technology is getting more and more advanced.

Capture the attention of your potential renters when they check out your … Read More

A great resource for marketing your vacation home!
There are many great ways to promote your vacation rental. Besides listing it on Owner Direct.com for the highest and most targeted traffic, you might have a property manager who offers some marketing of your rental, or you might also rely on Word … Read More