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]]>Location Matters—Even Digitally
Always book from platforms that have a solid track record to avoid fraud and scams. Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, and other similar sites have strong vetting processes to ensure that the places are real and you’re getting what you pay for. And if something goes wrong, they’ll usually help sort it out.
Keep Expectations Realistic
Hotels and rentals may have some crossovers, but for the most part, they’re two different things. When booking a rental, remember that it won’t include services like daily housekeeping or room service. If it’s your first time staying in a rental, the experience may be new, but you might find yourself preferring it.
Reviews Reveal All
The photos of a place may look nice, but the best way to tell what a rental is really like is by reading the reviews. Many reviews will also offer some insight into the host. Make sure to look at recent reviews, as some places may have changed certain aspects of late.
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]]>Unpredictable Situations
If the last few years throughout us anything, it’s that every travel plan should be taken with a grain of salt. We never know what tomorrow will bring, whether it’s on a personal or global scale, so it’s best to always leave some room for doubt when making travel plans and avoid losing all your money if you have to cancel them.
Money Talk
Speaking of money, accommodation with flexible dates and free cancelation often costs extra, but it’s worth it in the long run. If your accommodation offers these options, it won’t cost you anything to cancel if your plans change, but you might lose all your money without that extra security.
Safety Net
Booking a place with free cancelation can be a great safety net. If you’re still not sure if you’re hitting the road, this allows you to lock the lowest price, and cancel your booking if your plans change or if you decide to book a better accommodation instead.
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]]>Try Camping
Most leading festivals come with a camping ground, so there’s really no need to book a fancy hostel. The general admission camping rate is usually included in the ticket price or it’s not much more expensive, so it certainly pays if you don’t mind sleeping in a tent for a few days.
Stay at Hostels
If camping isn’t your thing, booking a bed in a hostel is always an option. Make sure to opt for a hostel with bunk beds that come with curtains since you’ll probably be partying all night and sleeping during the day.
Contact the Locals
Music festivals are much more fun when you have someone to join you, but what if you don’t know anyone in the city you’re visiting? You can always use Couchsurfing and Facebook groups to get in touch with the locals, and they may even help you score a cheap (or free!) place to stay.
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]]>Trastevere has existed as far back as ancient times, and aesthetically fits what you’d probably hope to see in a Roman neighborhood. Its walls and streets are old brick, colorful mason and cobblestone, covered with ivy and absolutely picturesque. There are not many cars around because of the narrow streets and alleyways, so you can feel like you’re a part of history.
ライア (@lyreverse)At the same time, Trastevere has become something of a “young” bohemian neighborhood of late. It’s got a vibrant nightlife, with tons of restaurants, cafes, and bars always full of young people. There’s a flea market once a week and plenty of sights to see. Since it’s still an up-and-coming neighborhood and not smack in the middle of the biggest tourist sites, it’s still a pretty affordable area.
Finally, there are plenty of sites to see within Trastevere itself. These include the Piazza and Basilica Santa Maria, the oldest Marian church in Rome, the Villa Farnesina, a mansion from the 1500s with famous artworks on display and surrounding gardens, and the Basilica of Saint Cecilia, another ancient church, where frescos dating back to the 13th century are on display.
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Rating of the accommodation is the jumping-off point for everything else because you probably won’t even consider booking a place with a bad rate. It’s the general assessment of the satisfaction level of past guests, but you should make sure to pay attention to other factors.
Categories
In addition to offering a general rating of the accommodation, these apps allows guests to rate several different categories, ranging from cleanliness and comfort to staff and location. If you’re extra-concerned about one of these categories, their rating will give you better insight into the state of things.
Searching Topics
These reviews also allows you to search through a long list of different topics and get specific details about your accommodation. By doing so, you can learn if the accommodation has a good breakfast, shared kitchen, free towels and toiletries, and so much more. This can help you properly plan your trip and only bring things that you really need.
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]]>Internet Connection
When working remotely, a good internet connection should be your no. 1 priority. You can work from local cafés or use an international SIM card, but expenses will pile up if you do this all the time, and that’s why you should always carefully read reviews and make sure that your accommodation has a good internet connection.
No Distractions
Working remotely requires a lot of concentration, and you’ll have trouble with this if you’re staying at a hostel. It’s much better to book an apartment or a room that offers some privacy so you wouldn’t be distracted. Having an office desk and comfy chair in your room always comes in handy.
Longer Stay
Are you going to embark on a workation that only lasts a few days or stay in one place for a prolonged period of time? In case of shorter trips, Booking and Airbnb will do just fine, but you should look for a cheaper apartment that you can pay monthly if you’re staying for longer.
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]]>Communal
Most of the time, hostels have options for rooms of different sizes at different prices. That is, you can reserve a bed in a room with four, six, or eight bunk beds, or pay more for a double or triple for only your group. The rooms will have a locker to store your bags. But, it’s worth trying out a larger room, especially if you’re traveling alone because you’ll meet lots of other tourists. You can experience the communal feel and maybe even make some new friends. There’s also often a communal kitchen for long stays.
Budget
Hostels are a great way to save money, since you’re reserving only a bed instead of a whole room. They are generally a cheaper option than hotels or Airbnbs, and are designed for travelers on a budget. They may also have a cheap breakfast or bar where you can hang out too.
They’re Hip
Since hostels tend to be geared toward a younger demographic, their decor and staff tend to be more trendy and laid-back than at a more traditional accommodation. You can relax and enjoy the vibe while meeting new people as well.
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]]>It’s Probably New
The most logical reason why a listing doesn’t have any reviews yet is that it’s brand new. You can do a few things here to make sure the owner seems reliable: They may have reviews from the places they stayed at, and you can check how detailed the property description is. Also, see if there are plenty of photos, and if they seem real.
Lower Price
It’s not uncommon for listings with no reviews to be more affordable than similar listings in the area—and that’s one of their biggest selling point. However, make sure the price is not too good to be true, because that can mean something fishy is happening.
Have an Alternative
Only consider booking a listing like this when you’re sure you can find an alternative in case something goes wrong. You don’t want to be left without a place to stay in a city like Paris unless you’re willing to spend a lot of time and money on finding something else on the spot.
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]]>Don’t Check In Early
Give the owners enough time to finish cleaning the place after the previous renter get out. If you can, choose a place that isn’t occupied the day before you get there. You can check this while browsing on Airbnb.
Limit Contact
Choose a place where you can check in and out without contact with the owner. This is the case in most of the places anyway, but make sure to ask if it will be like that in your rental.
Bring Equipment
When you first get to the rental, it’s wise to wear a face mask and gloves. Take a disinfectant with you so that you can clean all the surfaces you’re going to touch. Wash your hands often.
Stay Alone
If you don’t have to, don’t stay with another person who’s not from your household. Only consider staying with someone if they’re a close friend and you’re sure they’re responsible and healthy. If you already live with someone, you can normally stay together in an Airbnb, but if you’re going on a business trip, for example, it’s best to have separate places.
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