When we go on vacation there are a lot of types of accommodation that we can choose from. Normally we always want a hotel or a hostel, but there are other options that can also be very profitable, especially if our stay at the destination will be long. One of them is to rent an apartment , since it is much cheaper than a hotel and we can cook and have more freedom and privacy.
Renting an apartment on vacation has several advantages and disadvantages, and you should analyze them to see if it really compensates you not only economically but also in terms of the benefits you can have in it. Take note of all the details and a few tips to do it:
– The first advantage is that it is cheaper than a hotel and you will not have a limit on hours or spaces, you will be able to use all the rooms of the apartment and throughout the day, as well as come and go whenever you want without having to worry about one closing time or meals.
– When you go to rent it, pay attention to whether it belongs to an owner or an agency, just like doing it online or with a travel agency . Always contrast information and look for information from other people who have stayed there to find out about their experiences.
– Ideally, you should be able to visit the apartment before paying for it, since in some cases the images offered online do not correspond to reality and the facilities may be in worse condition. If you contract directly with an owner, negotiate to see it in person before paying any amount.
– It is also recommended to sign a contract before paying the signal or the entirety and reflect in it the time of stay, to whom the expenses of services such as water, electricity, gas, etc. correspond and above all a cancellation clause to know what will happen with your money if for any unforeseen you must cancel your vacation and leave the city.
– Once you have rented it and you settle in it, it is advisable to buy a few basic things so that your life there is much more comfortable, such as having something for breakfast, lunch and dinner even if you plan to make those meals in the Exterior. I, for example, also take a set of sheets and towels when I go to one.