The very popular directory of vacation rentals, hotels and bed and breakfasts, Rentalo.com, disclosed the data and findings of a helpful survey conducted on 7,670 travelers who searched for vacation rentals in Luray, Virginia from July 2008 to January 2010.
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This practical survey confirmed the data that travel authorities have been collecting from their own research about the increasing interest in comparison shopping among customers. Plus, Rentalo.com shares some practical insights on traveler’s vacation preparation routines and destination’s vacation themes for Luray, Virginia.
Comparison Shopping Trends for Luray: The survey uncovers that 89 percent of the vacationers who were looking for lodging were interested in comparison shopping among Luray vacation rentals, bed breakfasts, and hotels. Surprisingly, 42 percent were interested in staying in close cities such as Stanley, New Market, Sperryville, and Syria.
Vacation Planning Trends for Luray: Based on this study, 44 percent of the travelers were early planners who started their vacation planning 2 or more months in advance from the travel date, 35 percent were from last minute travelers inquiring within the last 30 days prior to their arriving to their Luray lodging, and 12 percent of the inquiries were from tourists who inquired 1 to 2 months in advance.
Vacation Theme Trends for Luray: The most searched vacation theme for Luray is family reunions and vacations with 50 percent of the people looking for lodging for families with kids. Those vacationers looking for a place to stay for groups of more than four adults represented the 62 percent. What we always find are those couples searching for a romantic place to stay and this time, those couples represented the 18 percent and the last 1 percent were inquiries from people traveling alone.
It is not common that online lodging directories facilitate comparison shopping for travelers. Rentalo.com has been designed with comparison shopping in mind so it makes simple for travelers to compare offers from vacation rentals, hotels and bed and breakfasts to meet their particular accomodations needs.
For example, check out these two excellent lodging deals in Luray. What would it be the best option for you?
First, what about choosing from 100 unique Luray vacation cabins?. These private cabins sleep from 2 to 22 guests with 1 to 10 bedrooms, 1 to 12 bathrooms. All themes are welcomed: Perfect for a honeymoon, ideal for a romantic getaway, or a great family vacation or an peaceful retreat. Amenities include private bedrooms with full-king size beds. Kitchens, Fireplace, Living room, TV/VCR/DVD/Phone, Decks, Porches, Hot tubs and Jacuzzi’s located in secluded wooded areas or along the legendary Shenandoah River. For further details, pics and a practical inquiry form, please log into Rentalo.com property ID#34254.
Second, discover the beauty of the Shenandoah Valley with Absolute Perfect Escape Log Cabin 1. This 6 bedroom Log cabin sleeps 2-20 comfortably. Located near Luray and the majestic Luray Caverns, this Luray vacation cabin offers easy access and yet provides seclusion in a mountain setting, with panoramic views of the Shenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge Mountains and is just a few minutes to the Massanutten Four Seasons Ski Resort.Take in a breathtaking morning sunrise while relaxing in a Log rocking chair under the two large covered porches with your favorite cup of coffee. For more info, pictures and a practical inquiry form, please log into Rentalo.com property ID#279137.
