The Time is Now to Plan Your Family’s Summer Vacation!

The  time has come to determine your  late spring and early summer vacations. Popular destination begin booking dates for popular dates for spring break and summer as early as the fall. For travelers contemplating a Florida beach vacation dates are scarce for the popular spring break 2011 dates already. The most popular week along the Florida Gulf Coast, April 2 to April 9 has been tight for weeks now although there are still some great vacation rental accommodations available for a price. As inventory decreases the vacation rental owners begin to hold tight to their standard rates. It is simply a matter of supply and demand. Remember that most vacation rental owners make the majority of their annual rental income during short seasons and maximize these seasons, so book as early as possible for the best deals. Florida’s Atlantic Coast Beaches and Gulf Coast Beaches are the most popular destination among travelers in the US as well as Canada and even the UK. Its is hard to beat the warm Gulf of Mexico breezes and pristine beaches of Florida.

The State of Florida is a retirement haven and popular tourist area for one reason, one of the highest average days of sunshine and warm tropical climate.The  state has two main tourist seasons  – Winter and Summer – but a variety of travelers come to Floridal year round. To make the most of your Florida vacation it is important to choose the best accommodation for you and your family or friends. The State has a wide variety of  choices when it comes to beach front and near beach accommodations including of cottages, villas, homes, hotels and motels..

The vast majority of vacationers prefer to stay in a short term rental. The range of such rentals is wide, the rates are affordable, the location of the rentals is very convenient. Furthermore, the vast majority are owner rented and therefore are kept in great condition and provide everything  a family may need. No matter what your ideal amenities, you can find it somewhere in a Florida Vacation Rental. Looking for a private home with rooftop pool and Jacuzzi? If you have the money, it is available. Prefer a secluded home on one of the many islands just off the coast accessible only by boat, Florida has that too. Virtually anything you can think of, someone offers in their Florida vacation rental.

When determining how to locate the perfect accommodation the traveler has the option of renting direct from owner, using the many vacation rental management companies, or searching hotels and motels online and booking direct. To lock in a place quickly and without hassle, define the budget, the location, your needs and preferences. There are more popular Florida places as well as less known ones.  In terms of location, search with a region in mind as there are areas where being on one beach or another is just a matter of which side of a street the accommodation is on.

Locating a Florida Beach Rental has never been easier as it is today. There are a variety of companies, websites and more that offer virtual tours, photos and more. Check travel related sites such as TripAdvisor for reviews of the unit and owner before booking. The vast majority of owners are very upfront and honest, be leary of anyone asking for large cash payments and stick with owners who accept vacation rental payments via credit cards to avoid fraudulent vacation rentals by owner. In many cases trip insurance is a good idea as well since weather and unforeseen events may cause a cancellation. The cost ranges from $30 to $100 on average and will give the traveler complete piece of mind – well worth the cost.  It is time to give your family the vacation they deserve – the beaches of Florida are the place!