| PROGRAM | Discover Vacation Homes (http://www.DiscoverVacationHomes.com) |
| PRESENTED BY | Vacation Rental Managers’ Association (VRMA) (http://www.VRMA.com) |
| INDUSTRY | Consumer hospitality - Professionally managed vacation rentals |
| FOUNDED |
1985: Vacation Rental Managers’ Association 2006: Discover Vacation Homes initiative |
| LEADERSHIP |
Alex Risser, President
Steve Trover, Vice President Ben Edwards, Treasurer Kyle Buehner, Secretary |
| CHALLENGE | Consumers may often be overwhelmed with the millions of vacation rental choices nationwide, many of which from companies or individual owners that offer various strengths and weaknesses. |
| SOLUTION | Discover Vacation Homes (DVH) offers a trusted resource for travelers to find answers to common questions, as well as tips and tools for choosing a home that fits their needs and budget. |
| OVERVIEW |
Discover Vacation Homes is the trusted public voice and an expert resource on behalf of the professionally managed vacation rental industry. As the awareness initiative of the Vacation Rental Managers Association, it represents approximately 150,000 properties from more than 500 of the most reputable companies throughout North America and the Caribbean. The only vacation rental program of its kind, DVH works to promote vacation rentals as one of North America’s fastest-growing lodging categories.
Often costing less than a single hotel room, vacation rentals afford travelers an accommodations lifestyle, providing more space, amenities, guest services and privacy than other lodging options. Booking a vacation rental is a convenient and secure process, as many association members offer accredited phone and Internet reservations systems. Guests can view trusted photos and amenities of individual homes prior to booking, making it easier for travelers to find a home to fit their specific needs. |
| MEMBERS |
More than 600 members strong, VRMA association membership is based on a commitment to uphold a code of ethics and business practices to ensure guests are provided a quality lodging experience. Most vacation rentals available through the VRMA’s members are privately owned, while association members manage the rental, maintenance and administration processes.
For a list of reputable vacation rental companies across North America and the Caribbean, visit http://www.DiscoverVacationHomes.com. |
| LODGING INFO |
Association members offer fully furnished vacation rentals (condos, villas and homes) to travelers, their friends and families in destinations of all types across North America, including ski areas, beaches, theme parks, mountains, national parks, locales off the beaten path, and many other desired vacation experiences.
When renting from a professional management company, guests experience the benefits of a traditional hotel stay with additional amenities and an inherent value that can’t be matched by even the highest quality resort, including:
Many vacation rentals also come equipped with extra amenities for private recreation in-home, including:
Smaller groups staying in studio, condo or townhome rentals often enjoy:
Pet-friendly, handicap accessible and eco-friendly homes are also available through various member companies. |
| SERVICES |
Travelers may opt for a variety of additional services during their stay through partnerships made by individual association members, including:
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CONTACT INFO
CONSUMER |
info@DiscoverVacationHomes.com
Phone: (866) 931-5204 |
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CONTACT INFO
MEDIA |
Amanda Drake
Ypartnership Account Executive, Public Relations 423 South Keller Road, Suite 100 Orlando, FL 32810 Phone: (800) 308 – 8145 or (407) 838-1829 Fax: (407) 875 -1115 Amanda.Drake@Ypartnership.com |