What to know about the #BookDirect movement
Ever have a less-than-stellar experience with Airbnb, HomeAway/Vrbo or any other of the big lodging platforms? Wonder if there's a better way to book your next getaway - a platform where you can find the perfect place, are free to communicate directly with the owners without restriction, and book online securely without any service fees? This guidebook contains background information on the Book Direct movement.
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Don & Cynthia
We were both born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, and we still live here, close to family. We love spending time in the outdoors, often exploring the many hiking trails in the East Bay or the abundant and accessible history of the Sierra Nevada Gold Country.
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Lives in Hayward, CA, USA
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Booking direct via Houfy is the best way to book. Here’s why:
The next time you shop on AirBnb or VRBO/HomeAway or any of the big sites, ask the owner, "Are you on Houfy yet?"
Excellent article from Consumers' Checkbook on the stealth fees that can drive up the cost of your getaway on the big reservation platforms. When you book directly with us on Houfy, your payment covers rent per night, cleaning, county tax and...