Friday, December 25, 2009

Stay in a Floating Studio in Amsterdam

The On the Water Studio is a very charming houseboat located just five minutes walk from Leidseplein, in the old center of Amsterdam. The Museum Square, the Flower Market, the Jordaan, the beautiful Vondelpark and many other highlights are also within few minutes reachable on foot.
Moored on a quiet canal, this studio offers everything any other accommodation would, but more than that, you will live the Dutch way to be “On the Water”.

The city center of Amsterdam is loaded with gay attractions, so consider a visit in the near future!

For this and more properties, check out Pink Vacation Rentals at http://www.pinkvacationrentals.com.

Sunday, December 20, 2009

List Your Vacation Rental NOW for only $10/month! Pay for 2 Months and get 10 FREE!

Here is what you get:

Premium Listing on Pink Vacation Rentals

Full directory listing including:

    * Full Description
    * Book Now! - Contact Owner link
    * Main Listing Image
    * Expanded 12-Photo Gallery
    * Embedded Video
    * Google Map Display
    * Availability Calendar
    * Property Reviews
    * Share on Facebook, Twitter, RSS Feed Links
    * Translate to 38 Languages Tool

This offer is for a limited time. Please act now!

Saturday, December 19, 2009

Brand New 2 Bedroom & 2 Bathroom Luxury Apartment in Gay Palermo, Buenos Aires Argentina Now on Pink Vacation Rentals

This deluxe apartment building was finished construction in the summer of 2009. The large windows in all rooms make this a very bright and sunny apartment with great views. All furnishings, appliances and linens are brand new. The apartment is complete with all conveniences including wireless internet, Cable TV with CNN, BBC World News and Fox News, plus telephone for local calls. All linens and towels, small hair dryer, iron and ironing board are supplied. The kitchen includes upright large refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, blender, all utensils, china, glasses, and microwave. All rooms are air conditioned with seperate units and temperature controls.Rentals include weekly maid service with fresh linens and towels plus additional maid service is available at reasonable rates. You can work up a sweat in the top floor gymnasium and then take a refreshing dip in the outdoor heated swimming pool! It's the perfect home-away-from-home while you explore the Paris of South America. Live like a Porteno and enjoy the Latin experience with Buenos Aires flair and style.

Nearby Gay Attractions:Palermo is one of the most gay neighborhoods of Buenos Aires with LGBT bars, restaurants and shops within walking distance to the apartment. Many owners,residents, and guests in this building are members of the LGBT community. The largest park in Buenos Aires is just a five minute walk from the apartment and you can easily enjoy the Botanical Gardens, the Zoo Gardens, The Rose Gardens, and the Japanese Gardens. Even the Evita Museum is close by! Palermo is often referred to as "The real gay Pot Of Gold at the end of the Rainbow".

Aqua Mondo in Cairns, Australia is now on Pink Vacation Rentals

Great Barrier Reef, Cairns, Australia This absolute Beachfront property builds on the charms of a 50's style 'beach shack 'by adding a touch of 'Palm Springs' to this unique location. Nestled between Redden Island Nature Reserve and the the Coral Sea, AquaMondo is part of a very special enclave. If you appreciate luxurious amenities , butterfly filled tropical gardens, retro inspired design and best of all, absolute beach front location (just 1 step to the sand); you will fall in love with AquaMondo. The property is conveniently located near major attractions in and around Cairns. The Great Barrier Reef is a mere 40 minute boat ride away, Cairns central 15 minutes, the Rainforest of the Tablelands and Port Douglas 30 to 45 minutes. Within walking distance: The bird life of Redden Island Reserve and the sand spit of the (fish filled) Barron River. AquaMondo is perfect if you are looking for a unique holiday experience within the close proximity of the with the very best that Cairns has to offer. 

Hotel Mercurio in Puerto Vallarta is now on Pink Vacation Rentals

Among Puerto Vallarta's favorite Gay stays, Hotel Mercurio features 28 rooms surrounding a typical Mexican-style courtyard where the patio, poolside bar, and heated pool are located.  Hotel Mercurio is a place to feel at home and meet new friends from around the world, whether you're sipping a maragarita by the pool in the afternoon, or enjoying our complete breakfast served poolside each morning.

We're located within walking distance of everything Gay in Vallarta, including our famed "Blue Chairs" Gay beach.

Just a few steps from our door, Vallarta's famed gay nightlife beckons, with over 20 different bars and clubs to suit every entertainment preference.  In Vallarta you can dance the night away at world-class venues spinning the latest club hits, belt out broadway tunes around a piano, get naughty in a darkroom. or sip a perfect martini in a classy setting while chatting with your new friends.  Vallarta has it all.

Did we mention dining?  Vallarta has become a gastronomic destination unrivaled in Latin America.  Whether you're looking for a 5-course French meal in an elegant tropical garden, or the best street tacos anywhere, it's here.  And please, forget those old myths about the water in Mexico...that never did apply in Vallarta.

At Hotel Mercurio, you'll find clean, comfortable rooms, and superb service from our bilingual staff.  Hotel mercurio is Gay-owned, and has proudly served the LGBTQ community for over 8 years.  We're known for our complete, delicious breakfast served daily at poolside (way beyond the dry, continental breakfast you get at most places)...and it's included in your rate!  Other free services include: wireless internet access; a computer center for those who don't bring their own laptop or wifi-enabled device; free beach towel use; free local and international calling from our computer center; and knowledgeable concierge services to help you decide on tours, entertainment, and dining options.

At Hotel Mercurio, you'll arrive as a guest, but you'll feel like family in no time!

Reserve early for winter dates!  We book up in advance!

Friday, December 18, 2009

For Gay Hotel Owners and Managers

Pink Vacation Rentals:

We are a new website, with a creative angle to the popular vacation rentals business. This trend started years ago and has grown in popularity with the passing of each year.

Background:

I am a licensed Real Estate broker and the owner of Rainbow Realty, Inc. in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. I have over 20 years as a licensed real estate professional.  In addition, I own and operate a small boutique hotel in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Over the past couple of years, business began to slow. From the calls and emails I was getting, it was clear that most people were looking for a “special deal”. Because most of my 9 units have either a kitchenette, or full kitchen, they were perfect for extended stays.

About 18 months ago, I listed several of my own properties on vacation rentals websites. I soon learned firsthand that there are a lot of consumers out there looking for this kind of travel experience. I offered a few of the larger units at Mary’s Resort to these consumers. Not only was it a success, but most of my revenue over the past 6 months has been a direct result of vacation rentals.

I didn’t have to worry about housekeeping, because with vacation rentals, it isn’t expected. Not only that, but I was charging a “departure cleaning fee” in addition to the rent. Tax and a refundable deposit were also collected.

Because these people were renting a vacation home, they would sign an Agreement and make a 50% payment with the Agreement and they pay the remainder 14-days prior to arrival. Unlike the hotel business, you get your money in advance. All of these practices are standard in the vacation rental business.

In addition to the original 2-bedroom unit at Mary’s Resort, I also started advertising a few other, smaller units. I always disclose that the unit they are renting is part of a resort.  The fact that they were staying at the resort was actually a plus.

In addition to Mary’s Resort, I have 2 other properties, which I rent as vacation rentals. The income from these properties is much greater than I could expect if I were renting them on an annual basis.

After several months of renting my own vacation rentals, I noticed a void. There really isn’t a great vacation rentals website marketing to the gay (LGBT) market.  Yes, there are a few websites offering gay friendly vacation rentals. None offer what Pink Vacation Rentals will.

Pink Vacation Rentals will be different:

Pink Vacation Rentals is designed as a place where gay consumers (as well as others) can locate vacation rentals from private individuals, as well as hotels, resorts, etc. In addition to the listings, the site will soon contain travel articles on each destination. In addition, I am working with a company who will “certify” the properties as “gay welcoming”.  Other features I am working on is offering travel insurance, rental cars, flights and all inclusive (flight, vacation rental, car) packages and possibly tours. I am expanding on the traditional Vacation Rentals business by adding hotels, where guests will rent the room or suite for a week or so, but will forgo the usual maid services, etc. These “packages” will benefit the property owners in saving of personal cost and in turn save consumers who are on a tight budget by offering them an alternative to traditional hotel stays.

List with Pink Vacation Rentals now and get 10 months FREE!  Pay only $20 for 2 months and get listed for 1 year!

Pink Vacation Rentals is presently on-line and fully capable of generating business. What we are lacking is inventory. The best and fastest way to get inventory is to make people an offer they can’t refuse. Not only will you get a great deal for your $20 investment, but because there aren’t a lot of other listings, you may be the only one in a specific region. Hurry, this won’t last forever!

This is what you get:

All property listings contain the following, at an all inclusive price, with no hidden fees.

•    Full Description
•    Book Now! - Contact Owner link
•    Main Listing Image
•    Expanded 12-Photo Gallery
•    Embedded Video
•    Google Map Display
•    Availability Calendar
•    Property Reviews
•    Share on Facebook, Twitter, RSS Feed Links
•    Translate to 38 Languages Tool

To make things simple, the only additional listing level would be to feature the listing on the home page in a rotation with other featured listings. The cost now will be very low, at only $10 per month. I will not be charging extra for an embedded video, or any other feature. Most other sites do charge for these “extras”.  For a featured listing, the price will start at only $12.50 per month.

Personal Support:

In addition to the above, I am happy to provide advice, suggestions and even sample Rental Agreements, which you can modify to suit your own property. I will be available to help with any questions or reasonable assistance you may need.

Hurry, these special rates are for a limited time.