Integration overview

About

Vacation Finder stands as a unique and dedicated platform in the world of vacation rentals, tailored specifically for the needs and aspirations of only professional property managers (VRMs). Unlike conventional booking platforms, their ethos is rooted in a deep understanding of the intricacies and challenges faced by professionals in the short-term rental industry. Vacation Finder is more than a platform; it's a strategic partner for professional property managers, revolutionizing the short-term rental industry.

Quality Control: Vacation Finder maintains high standards by only listing properties managed by professionals with 10 or more units, ensuring a consistent guest experience.

Autonomy: VRMs have full control over their listings, including pricing, cancellation policies, and stay conditions.

Direct Transactions: Guests engage directly with property managers, leading to immediate access to funds without third-party delays or fees.

Zero Commission: No commission to property managers, ensuring all rental income goes directly to them.

Global Marketing: Vacation Finder actively promotes properties to maximize visibility and attract guests worldwide.

Community Integrity: They champion professionally managed properties, fostering a sense of community and upholding industry standards.

Partnership: Vacation Finder works closely with VRMs, offering tailored support and solutions to enhance their business operations.

Fair Pricing: Encouraging competitive rates, benefiting both guests and property managers.

Minimum requirements to connect

  • Minimum number of properties: 1

  • Property name is provided.

  • Maximum number of guests is provided.

  • Property type is provided.

  • Address (incl. Country) is provided.

  • Geo-coordinates are provided.

  • Licence number is provided.

  • Description is provided.

  • Payment methods are provided.

  • Availability and Prices are provided for some season next year.

  • Photos: At least 10 photos are provided. Main photo is selected.

  • Bedding composition: There are at least as many beds available as the maximum number of guests the property sleeps.

  • Location: The property needs to be located in these countries:

    • Antigua & Barbuda
    • Aruba
    • Australia
    • Bahamas
    • Barbados
    • Belize
    • British Virgin Islands
    • Canada
    • Cayman Islands
    • Curacao
    • Dominica
    • Dominican Republic
    • Grenada
    • Guadeloupe
    • Haiti
    • Jamaica
    • Martinique
    • New Zealand
    • Puerto Rico
    • Saint-Barthélemy
    • St. Eustatius
    • St. Kitts & Nevis
    • Saint Martin
    • Trinidad and Tobago
    • Turks & Caicos Islands
    • United Kingdom
    • United States
    • U.S. Virgin Islands
    • Cuba
    • Saint Lucia
    • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
    • Sint Maarten

Integration model

Sync type PULL
Static data sync

Updated once a day
Availability, Rates & Inventory sync

Updated upon change in Rentals United

Additionally, updated every 20 - 30 minutes
Instant bookings Yes
Booking requests No
Quote requests Yes (availability and pricing)
Reservation sync PUSH
Reservation modifications Property managers can modify the bookings in the Vacation Finder extranet and Rentals United.
Reservation cancellations Cancellations are synchronised to Rentals United.
Cancellation penalties No

Additional info

Accepted locations Worldwide
Target guests Families and luxury business travellers
Origin of the guests Global
Long stays (more than 30 days) Yes, but property managers must enable this option
Channel website www.vacationfinder.com
Affiliate channels N/A

Inventory type

Pick & Choose We accept all inventory. If any concerns arise about any particular listings, the Vacation Finder team will contact the property manager to improve and maintain the quality of the guest experience and safety.
Multi-units Yes

Channel performance

Top location Orlando, Florida, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Galveston, Texas
Top inventory type Urban and rural apartments, condos and vacation homes
Top performance season May - September
Key amenities Pool, Hot Tub, High Speed and Reliable Internet, Pet Friendly, and Accessibility
Best practices

Descriptions should highlight the key amenities of the location that are accessible to guests

Keywords that resonate with your target market are encouraged in the descriptions to make your properties stand out

Your images should be clear and updated to accurately reflect the current condition and look of the property

Make sure your primary image is the most appealing part of the property and do not use logos. They result in fewer clicks and conversions

Charges & Payments

Charging party Property manager charges the guest for the total booking amount. Vacation Finder charges a 3% service fee from the guest’s credit card as a completely separate transaction at the time of the booking.
Credit card details The property manager receives all guest data including CC details via Rentals United.

Commission

Commission No commission
Commission charging N/A
Commission application N/A

Contract & Onboarding

Average onboarding time 24 hours

Contact & Support

Support email for property managers info@vacationfinder.com
Response time 24 hours