For your next group vacation, how does a 9 bedroom luxury beachfront home sound? Expensive? Not necessarily…
In the Outer Banks of North Carolina, the Atlantic Ocean brings in thousands of visitors a week during the summer. Outdoor activities are extremely popular here, but the Outer Banks offer something for everyone, including kayak tours, Jet Ski rentals, fishing trips, surfing lessons, golf and tennis.
In a quieter part of the Outer Banks, Corolla is the perfect vacation destination for families, elusive travelers, or those who crave a beach vacation away from the crowds, and it is baffling the kind of deals large groups can find from the luxury rentals available here.
Carolina by the Sea is just one of literally hundreds of vacation rental values in the Outer Banks. 9 bedrooms, completely renovated for 2008, hardwood floors, an elevator, expanded rec room, private pool and hot tub, 2 home theaters, and beachfront (with private walkway)!
Price?… Peak season from late June - August = $16,000 per week. If you go in May = $5,700 per week ($814 per night).
The home can sleep 22 people. 22 people at $814 per night = $37 per personper night. Even if you had only 11 people sleeping in this 22 person house, the price is still only $74 per person per night.
Did you know you can rent a 5 bedroom luxury vacation rental in Breckenridge during the prime ski season for just $56 dollars per person??
It doesn’t need to be explained that Breckenridge, CO is one of the best winter destinations for groups seeking an outdoorsy escape to the mountains. Breck offers a world-class ski resort and plenty of activities during the winter for all ages to enjoy, and the fact is there are great values to be had for larger groups looking to take advantage of this town’s mountain splendor.
Tatonka is just such a deal. This home sleeps 11, has 2 master bedrooms, chef-grade kitchen, plasma screen TV’s, 6 person private hot tub, iPod docking stations in virtually every room, a cinema room, spacious deck with fire pit, and a free shuttle service that stops right at the driveway to take you straight to skiing or to the town shops/restaurants.
For January, Tatonka costs just 620 per night . Taking into consideration that it sleeps 11 people, this home costs only $56 per person per night in the height of the ski season. $56 for the added privacy, spaciousness, amenities, and luxurious comforts of your own private home…this is a true exceptional bargain in comparison to even a mid-level hotel room.
Tatonka is booking fast for obvious reasons. Inquire fast to get your piece of the pie.
Ladies and Gents, we’re now in the Fall. For most destinations this is either the off-season after a busy summer or the calm before the storm…literally…for winter hot spots.
However, the fall is a peak season for the renowned Napa Valley and Sonoma. For all of you wine connoisseurs out there, what better way to enjoy the fall than to take a retreat to California’s northern countryside to enjoy the fun and festivities that surround wine tasting.
The Society is now offering an astounding property in Napa perfect for your next romantic escape, corporate getaway or lavish celebration. If there is a better vacation home in Napa, we’d like to know.
Compound consisting of main residence, terrace apartment and casita
8 spacious guest bedrooms and a master bedroom with a spa like setting to rival any 5-star hotel
15 person theatre
pristine tiled pool and outdoor jacuzzi
fully loaded outdoor commercial kitchen, bar and BBQ
indoor, state of the art gym
billiard room and sauna
Lush labyrinth and gardens
media “Smart House” with wireless internet, media and music
Host any gathering with services tailored to your every whim. Tenstone Estate is a rare opportunity to experience luxury on the level of European splendor in the highly sought after corner of Northern California.
For travelers considering a trip that is somewhat out-of-the-norm, EthicalTraveler.org has released its list of the 10 Best Ethical Destinations for 2008. Ethical travel is a term given to travel that is thought to “support international goodwill and promote cross-cultural understanding,” and there are many developing countries that are offering superb vacation experiences and who have made wonderful strides for environmental protection, social welfare and human rights in their efforts to draw in tourists.
Ethical Traveler encourages people to “step off the beaten path” and consider some of these fantastic locations for their next vacations:
The highest rated Ethical destination is undoubtedly Costa Rica. With “a very high level of overall environmental health, excellent water resources, biodiversity, air quality, sustainable energy, civil liberties, and the highest rated score in the Freedom in the World 2007 report,” Costa Rica is a leader in sustainable tourism.
The Society continues to support sustainable and ethical travel, and we will continue to bring you viable vacation rental options to plan your own ethical trip. Check out The Society’s hand-selected vacation rentals in Costa Rica for your next vacation.
As a recent Forbes.com article explains, the offering of travel packages through charity auctions in not a new trend.
For travelers, it is such an excellent way to take a trip and give something back at the same time. For businesses it is an opportunity to “wrap their brand in a halo,” as Kelly Fiore, Founder and CEO of CharityFolks.com put it.
For property managers in the vacation rental industry, it may be worth considering, as there is the potential for many benefits as well.
* Doing a Greater Good
* Exposure to Targeted Audiences
* Appealing to Trusted Guests
Contact The Society for help if you are interested in donating some time at your vacation homes.
The Society would love to hear from travelers and property managers alike. Submit a comment, and leave us your thoughts on charity travel packages.
With the DNC arriving in Denver in a few weeks, just a quick reminder to all of you Colorado residents to take advantage of our promotion and book your vacation home today! Thanks to News2 in Denver, specifically Gina Selby and Vida Urbonas for permitting us to promote our deal on thier morning show! As a reminder, we’re offering a 10% discount and a $50 gas card for those who book a home through The Society and stay between August 21 and 28th with our participating Colorado property managers. Register today and book to escape the crowds!
A few days ago we posted about our promotion for Colorado residents looking to escape during the Democratic National Convention. We sent out a news release and even polled a few locals to get their thoughts on the effects the convention would have on their commutes, leisure time and lives in general.
The folks over at 9News in Denver sent their always entertaining, mountain reporter Matt Renoux to Vail to meet with Mike McFadden of The Society and Mike Connolly at Peak Properties Inc to get some details. The piece aired on the 5 o’clock broadcast.
Additionally, the very cordiall Scott Miller of the Vail Daily wrote a great article for us including some nice quotes from another of our local property manager partners Prudential Colorado Vail. Jon Eskin provided some excellent support comments.
Finally, we had a write-up in Denver’s Rocky Mountain News that features the detilas of the promo. Thanks to all the editors and reporters for the press coverage!
With the Democratic National Convention coming to Denver August 25-28, metro-area residents will see an estimated 50,000 visitors descend upon the city overnight. This is the largest event in Denver’s history and will play host to about 1,500 special events in the four-day span. Regardless of your political affiliation, the sheer volume of people can be overwhelming and an inconvenience.
Its summer time, and many of us have dug the sticks out of the garage, dusted them off, and stocked the bag full of ProV1’s, but now what? “The Caribbean has not traditionally been viewed as a standout destination for exceptional course design, but in the last 10 years, advances have made golf more viable on the islands. If a golf vacation is in your future, imagine playing in the jungle with ocean and mountain view and playing along the coast with palm trees swaying.” With over 800 luxury villa rentals available on TheSociety.com, there are no more excuses. So, if you’re home course is starting to get a little too familiar, begin planning a golf trip for the ages, and look to the Caribbean to deliver a memorable experience.
Forbes Traveler published an article listing the top 10 Caribbean golf courses. Check out the list below, and read the full article here.
Green Monkey at the Sandy Lane Resort in Barbados
Punta Espada at the Cap Cana Resort in the Dominican Republic
El Camaleon at the Fairmont Mayakoba Resort in Playa del Carmen
Teeth of the Dog at Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic
Temenos Golf Club in Anguilla
Westin Rio Mar in Puerto Rico
Ocean Club at One&Only Resorts in New Providence Island, Bahamas
Caye Chapel in Belize
Four Seasons in Nevis
Cimmamon Hill Ocean Course at Rose Hall Resort in Jamaica
With warm weather upon us, our thoughts have turned to summer vacations, hitting the links and enjoying the outdoors with friends and family.There’s something to be said about lounging on the deck or patio with good friends, a great view and a cold beverage of your choosing.A great deck makes all the difference whether you seek a private refuge to relax or are looking to entertain the masses.
The Society recently unveiled its Top Decks found on www.thesociety.com. The decks combine luxury conveniences with the world’s most spectacular views.From the press release Kathy Peterson, a celebrity design and lifestyle expert, gives her nod of approval, “These lavish decks featured on TheSociety.com embody the attributes necessary for the best outdoor living experience.”
So go ahead and plan that summer vacation to include some of the best ocean, mountain and desert views available.
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