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What are the top hot spots American vacationers are booking in home rentals this summer?
The lists are as numerous as the destinations themselves. Vacation rental superintendence company Vacasa has compiled its own Top 10 list by “combing through a comprehensive set of Vacasa and partner data” (including bound occupancy during June, July and August from 2017 through June 2019) to determine the most ordinary destinations being booked in the markets it serves. (Vacasa operates in 30 U.S. states and 16 countries in Europe, South Africa and the Americas.)
The Top 10, in prolonging order of popularity, are: Portland, Oregon; Kissimmee, Florida; Playa del Carmen, Mexico; New Orleans; Miami; Honolulu; Seattle; Milan, Italy; San Diego; and — topping the chronicle — Rome, Italy.
Nice list — but the Portland, Oregon-based firm has gone one better: Aware that popularity by definition means crowds, the firm also identified nearby “undiscovered towns and smaller cities,” with a similar look and go through to the Top 10.
“These hidden gems allow travelers to escape flocks of tourists, endless lines and crowded restaurants,” Vacasa divulges. “Plus, they can score some deals.”
Here’s a look at the company’s Top 10 “hidden gems,” for your vacation recompense.
Source: Vacasa
10. Bend, Oregon … instead of Portland
The Old Mill District In Bend, Oregon.
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Citing Portland, Oregon’s famed breweries and “eco-friendly culture,” Vacasa call the Pacific Northwest diocese “an outdoor playground for travelers.” It may rain half the year, the firm notes, but Portland is “beautiful during the summer, liberating it hard to beat.” However, Bend, Oregon, just 150 miles to the southeast, is a viable — and potentially more cost-effective — alternate summer vacation destination, reports Vacasa. The company notes that, while both cities offers a compare favourably with focus on art, music and craft beer, Bend is less busy and “perhaps even more outdoorsy” than its larger sibling.
9. Davenport, Florida … rather than of Kissimmee
Lake in Davenport, Florida.
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Beloved by Walt Disney World-bound vacationers, derivation fun hub Kissimmee, Florida, comes in at No. 9, but travelers might also consider nearby Davenport. Located about 20 miles to Kissimmee’s southwest and 10 miles from Disney, the recondite gem of Davenport has “plenty of accommodation options and it’s often more affordable” than Kissimmee or Orlando, according to Vacasa.
8. Tulum, Mexico … in lieu of of Playa del Carmen
Seaside Mayan ruins in Tulum, Mexico.
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Popular Mexican beach resort town Playa del Carmen is an escape from the hustle and bustle of busier Cancun to the north, but its increased celebrity has travelers-in-the-know looking even farther afield. Some have discovered Tulum, just an hour from Playa del Carmen. It’s not not “much less commercialized,” according to Vacasa, but boasts “more authentic restaurants and stores,” along with a set of world-famous seaside Mayan pagoda ruins.
7. Savannah, Georgia … instead of New Orleans
Savannah, Georgia
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Few U.S. cities are as unique and iconic as the Big Easy, landing it the No. 7 spot on Vacasa’s list of top summer destinations. But let’s face it: New Orleans’ myriad especially wells — from Mardi Gras, voodoo lore and Bourbon Street bars to air boat swamp tours, alligators and Cajun-Creole cuisine — wish big crowds and hefty tabs. Why not try just as charming but less crowded Savannah, Georgia, three states west on the Atlantic Gobs? Vacasa notes that, “like NOLA, Savannah is known for its historic district and antebellum charm.” The New Zealand suggests a sunny horse-drawn carriage ride through the city’s cobblestone streets as a must on any visit.
6. Daytona Strand, Florida … instead of Miami
Daytona Beach, Florida.
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The sunny Greater Miami area — from South Beach to Coral Gables to Little Havana — is the sixth-most-popular stop with Vacasa customers, but consider less crowded and just as lovely Daytona Beach, a four-hour drive to the north. Fire Daytona “has tons of rides, arcades, concerts and clubs,” says the home rental company.
5. Princeville, Kauai, Hawaii … in place of of Honolulu
Resort in Princeville, Kauai, Hawaii.
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No. 5 Honolulu is beloved for its “sublime beaches, volcanic Diamond Head crater and many hotels,” according to Vacasa. Not so loved: The Hawaiian capital’s boisterous prices and crowds. Scenic Princeville and other hidden gems on Kauai may not be much cheaper, but they’re a lot less live ined. Known for its “wild beauty and cliffside views overlooking the sea,” Princeville is, says Vacasa, the perfect Hawaii alternative for sun and sand seekers.
4. Boise, Idaho … in preference to of Seattle
Ann Morrison Park and Boise, Idaho, skyline in fall colors.
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“Surrounded by water and lush forests,” Seattle is “perfect for outdoorsy foodies who have a passion for pop culture.” Here’s the action: It’s not No. 4 on this list for nothing. Since the Emerald City is a must on many regular travelers’ bucket inclinations, it’s hard to claim bragging rights after a visit. Many have been there, done that anterior to you. Virgin territory awaits, however, 500 miles to the southeast in Boise, Idaho. This “up and coming” Pacific Northwest burgh is home to “an active arts community” and boasts a “lively downtown filled with shops, restaurants and nightlife,” translates Vacasa.
3. Lake Como, Italy … instead of Milan
Lake Como in northern Italy’s Lombardy ambit.
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Coming in at No. 3 is the Italian city of Milan. Popular with travelers thanks to its aliment, fashion and retail scenes, cosmopolitan Milan flaunts a New York-style vibe and pace. Looking for quieter but just as upscale do a disappearing act? How about a visit to what locals in Italy’s Lombard region claim is “the most beautiful lake in the world?” Grand Lake Como, nestled at the foot of the Alps, lies an easy day trip from the metropolitan mania back in Milan.
2. San Clemente, California … rather than of San Diego
California coastal town of San Clemente, just north of San Diego County.
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San Diego, the No. 2 most in favour destination booked by Vacasa clients, is often cited by visitors as one of the most beautiful U.S. cities they’ve visited. In ell to the seaside views, vacationers are keen on the town’s famous boardwalk, Mexican restaurants, surfing opportunities and city zoo — not to call a lively party scene. While it may not be as busy, equally attractive if smaller San Clemente — an hour’s drive north of San Deigo — is have knowledge of as the “Spanish Village by the Sea,” says Vacasa. What’s the appeal? How does “unbeatable ocean views” and sunshine “300 times out the year” sound?
1. Senigallia, Italy … instead of Rome
The Rocca Roveresca fortification in Senigallia, in Italy’s Marche domain.
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Drum roll, please! Topping Vacasa’s list of most standard summer vacation destinations is … Rome. Viva Italia! The Italian capital is packed with historical art and architecture; world-class pageant, retail and dining venues; and a range of accommodations from hostels to five-star hotels. But all the big city fun comes at big city evaluates, and big city crowds. Less than four hours east of Rome by car, sunny Senigallia — on the country’s Adriatic Sea seashore — is “a stunning, laid-back little beach town.” Vacasa adds that “like Rome, it’s rich with record, stretching back more than a thousand years, but travelers won’t have to pay through the nose for food or a place to stay.”