(KTDY) – Summer is almost here, and many of you may soon be booking your trip to the beach, and we want to help you save money.
As the kids get out of school in the weeks ahead, many families from Louisiana willl look to celebrate the start of summer by making the short drive down I-10 to enjoy the sand and water along the Emerald Gulf Coast, but if you do one simple thing when it comes to booking your stay, you may save thousands of dollars.
We know that gas prices are high now, they’re high every summer, and it may be expensive to eat out while on vacation, so if you can save a lot of money during your booking, it is certainly worth it.
I was recently speaking with a manager at Mermaid Mansions in Florida, and he told me that the biggest mistake renters make when booking a house or condo for the summer is choosing with whom to book.
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He told me that when booking where you will stay, you should always try to book directly through the property owner or with those who manage the property. Often, when you find a place to stay, you will see who manages the property, and if you contact the property owner or management company, you can book your stay through them.
By doing so, you will save a lot of money. Now, you may be asking how willl will save money by booking directly through the owner or property manager. Well, when you do, you will avoid many fees that come with booking through a rental website.
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Host websites are a business, and they need to make their money too, so when you book through them, you often incur the fees so that they can make money. However, by booking through a property management company or directly with the owner, you may avoid thousands of dollars in fees.
I share this with you because I know many of you would love to take your family to the beach this summer, but you may think it is too expensive. However, by avoiding fees on some websites, your dream trip may become much more affordable this summer.
We hope this helps you save some money, and we hope you and the family soon bury your toes in the sand, with a cocktail by your side.
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