For Immediate Release

Peacock PR

Erin Peacock, (949) 464-1096, peacockpr@cox.net

Barbara Caruso, (714) 841-6777, carusocom@aol.com

 

 

 

PASADENA, Calif. (Jan. 20, 2010) – ABetterStay.com, a premier online source for booking alternative, high-value lodgings such as vacation rentals, condos, resorts, timeshares and bed and breakfasts, today announced its formal public launch at a time when travelers seek more value for their vacation dollars. However, unlike other vacation rental websites, ABetterStay.com offers professionally managed accommodations that are booked through its fully transactional website. This offers consumers the ability to interact directly and immediately with trained vacation experts, and eliminates the risks involved with booking directly with vacation owners.

Specializing in popular destination vacation properties, ABetterStay.com (http://www.abetterstay.com) offers multi-room accommodations with more space, privacy and amenities than typical lodging – often at a lower price. 

“We believe ABetterStay.com is the next step in the evolution of the online vacation rental sphere,” said Erik Hovanec, CEO, Leisure Link, Inc. (http://www.leisurelink.com), which owns and operates ABetterStay.com and is the leading distribution and revenue management platform for specialty lodging suppliers.   “The industry remains highly fragmented and focused on individual renter-owners. We see an opportunity to serve vacationers who want superior accommodations at professionally managed resorts and who want value without the risk of being disappointed upon arrival.   ABetterStay.com is poised to become the leader in the space for travelers who want a one-stop shop for a better vacation.”

ABetterStay.com, which has been in beta since early 2008, has a deep inventory of superior accommodations at key resort destinations in the U.S. including Florida, Georgia, California, Hawaii, Colorado, Missouri, and Mississippi and Texas. Internationally, some of the most popular resort properties are located in Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Italy. 

ABetterStay.com’s launch comes at a fortuitous time for travelers, especially those planning family vacations. According to Travel + Leisure magazine, family vacations are on the rise while other areas of the industry continue to slump in a recessionary economy, and those families are turning to non-traditional accommodations that offer more space, privacy and amenities at a better value. 

 An online survey by ABetterStay.com of its users confirms the trend. “Nearly 65% of respondents said that they preferred vacation rentals because of the combination of benefits they offer,” said Chad Rutt, Director of Marketing for ABetterStay.com.   “More than half said they considered value for price above all other considerations booked accommodations.”

ABetterStay.com also features a content-rich blog (http://www.abetterstay.com/blog/) providing travelers with a one-stop resource to enhance their vacation plans. The blog gives in-depth information into the most popular travel destinations such as local community events and activities and tips to ensure a memorable stay.

“As the vacation rental market continues to mature in the U.S., more travelers understand and appreciate the benefits of more space and value that come with a vacation rental versus a standard hotel room,” said. “Yet, unlike other vacation rental booking sources – online or offline – ABetterStay.com gives consumers peace of mind and guaranteed satisfaction. Since our properties are professionally managed, consumers can rest assured that their accommodations will meet their expectations. We eliminate the surprises that may come with booking with individual owners.”

 

ABetterStay.com is a premier online source for booking vacation rentals, condos, resorts, timeshares, bed and breakfasts and other alternative, high-value lodging. Specializing in popular destination vacation properties, ABetterStay.com offers multi-room accommodations with more space, privacy and amenities than typical lodging, often at a lower price. Powered by LeisureLink, Inc.’s distribution and revenue management platform, rates and promotions are updated in real time, guaranteeing consumers will always find the best deal on ABetterStay.com and eliminating the need to comparison shop from site to site.