Known for its eclecticism, its seafood, and especially its hairspray, Baltimore (or “Balmer” as locals sometimes call it), also happens to be a great place for a families. If you’re planning on staying at a vacation rental in the Baltimore… Read More

“Once there was nothing here. Now look how minarets camouflage the sunset. Do you hear the call to prayer? It leaves me unwinding scrolls of legend till I reach the first brick they brought here. How the prayers rose, brick… Read More

Known for its sophistication, liberalism and constant re-invention, San Francisco is every bit as captivating a place for kids as it is for adults. This year when staying in your San Francisco holiday rental with the family, be sure to… Read More

Some people really live life in the fast lane and in Georgia Durante’s case, that’s meant literally. Having relocated to Los Angeles after growing up in Upstate New York, Georgia worked for years as a successful model until her life… Read More

She went to every Brownie meeting, carpooled you and your friends to every band practice and cheered your basketball team on to every victory so why not say “thank you” for all those years of encouragement and enthusiasm with a… Read More

If only the walls of this house could talk. With a celebrity guest list that reads like a roster of Oscar presenters, this place has a pedigree and history most houses only dream of. While we can’t say exactly who… Read More

It may be known as home to the “Little Old Lady” in the Red Dodge, but in fact, Pasadena also happens to be a city that’s culturally rich, wonderfully diverse and always a lot of fun. When you start putting… Read More

The people of Boston refused to be deterred by recent events and are celebrating spring with all kinds of great activities for the family. Whether it’s something that’s just for the kids or an event you can all attend together,… Read More

In 2003, the journalist Patricia Schultz published the book “1000 Places to See Before You Die”. The name leaves no space for doubt. It’s a book where the author put the one thousand places in the world she considers the… Read More

When it comes to Croatia, the beautiful coastline is usually the main attraction and reason for visiting this amazing country. However, there is plenty more to see in Croatia, and its capital, the city of Zagreb, should definitely be in… Read More

Last time, we began our special blog series introducing the cities that will host the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 (starting this June) and we familiarized you with a bit of Salvador. For today’s blog we’ll take a small trip… Read More

Meet Sue. A Londoner through and through and the proud owner of the incredible Glenthurston self-catering apartments in England’s capital city. Sue has lived in London all her life and moved to Catford, London, 25 years ago. Sue described Catford… Read More

Bracklesham Bay is tucked on the west side of the Manhood Peninsula in West Sussex, England. Conveniently placed, this Bay offers views of the English Channel, the Isle of White, Nab Tower lighthouse and the Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth. Full… Read More

Given the diversity of the city’s population and its access to some of the freshest seafood in the world, it’s no surprise that Fort Lauderdale, Florida has become such a hot spot for foodies. This year, when you’re in your… Read More

While it’s traditionally been associated with Sweathogs and very, very colorful language, today’s Brooklyn is hip, exciting, and even refined. When you’re in your New York vacation rental this year, don’t overlook this ever-evolving borough.