The city of Kelowna is situated on the shores of Okanagan Lake in the heart of the stunning Okanagan Valley, less than a five-hour drive from Vancouver. Choose from an array of lakes and beaches, provincial parks, hiking trails and golf courses. … Read More

Success is unarguably a product of hard work, persistence and consistency. And these same things are key towards becoming a truly successful vacation rental owner.

Through the years of Owner Direct Vacation Rental’s existence, we have observed a few habits that are common among our successful vacation rental owners. We gathered … Read More

When it comes to family holidays, Disney World, Italy, San Diego, Vancouver, Puerto Vallarta and ski resorts across British Columbia are some of the top destinations offering great family fun. However, when going to these places it can be often difficult to find a … Read More

If you are the owner of a vacation rental, or have been a guest in a vacation rental, you probably have an opinion on this. It seems trivial but when I read these articles, I realized I was nodding and exploring my own thoughts on this topic…. Read More

There are places where public transport systems aren’t that great or particularly safe while traveling, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the area. Moreover, there are areas far from routes taken by public vehicles, especially out of the main city. This can lead to significant delays and inconveniences.

That’s where rental cars … Read More

There is a fine line between your home and your vacation rental home – they are different. The first is the home where you actually live, while the second is where you try your best to have that ‘at home’ vibe so it gets rented by vacationers. This … Read More

Fabulous Florida, also known as “The Sunshine State”, became a popular winter tourism destination for the well-to-do from colder climates over a century ago and has gained ever greater popularity since. Vacation rentals by owner in Florida are one of the best accommodations options to choose. Avoid … Read More

As a frequent renter of vacation homes, due to my work in the industry, I have seen various levels of “fully equipped” homes. Don’t get me wrong, I am perfectly fine with a clean, pleasant place that has what was advertised and shown in the pictures…. Read More

Next time you’re planning a ski trip to the mountains, instead of staying in a hotel, consider renting a ski condo. Many come with all the benefits and amenities that hotels offer and include even more perks.

When most ski resorts are created, hotels and … Read More

The pressure to make your vacation rental home stand out among competition is growing ever more pressing for owners. To help our owners compete, we have gathered these 5 ways vacation rentals stand out among competition to keep, if not get you, in the lead.
#1 Great location
A savvy traveler is … Read More