It is vacation time and you have selected Australia as your relaxing destination. The idea of the Australia vacation rentals is to have the feeling that you are in a “home away from home.” Of course, before choosing this type of stay you have to know what your options are.In the whole of Australia there are generally two kinds of self served accommodations. There are the standard condos, cottages and villas in resort complexes and the free rentals offered directly by the owner. The former are more costly and are especially abundant in the big tourist hubs such as Sydney and the Great Barrier Reef. These are more costly, but you get a certain guarantee that the property is well managed and maintained. Also, you will have a variety of dining and entertainment facilities in close proximity in the complex. These types of Australia vacation rentals are perfect for large groups and especially for families with children. If you want to get a discount there you should book well in advance.Your alternative is to hire a property that is managed and rented by the owner. These are generally cheaper than the previous type and you can reduce the costs of your stay even further by opting for a place with more modest furnishing that is further away from the tourist spots. Another advantage of these Australia vacation rentals is that you do not have to deal with a travel agent or a hotel chain, but directly with the owner. There are numerous websites with lots of ads posted that offer you to contact the landlord directly and do not charge you for the service. This allows you to negotiate the terms as well as the price of your stay. Australia is predominantly a tourist country so the owners know how the whole bargaining process works and you can expect to make a beneficial deal.There are also certain disadvantages of hiring Australia vacation rentals from their owner. Unfortunately, some of the offers are fake or sometimes the owners are not really honest do not let you see the real condition of the property before you actually go there. Thus, it is always best to ask them about how well maintained the place is and to show you some recent pictures. Also, you must not pay anything before you and the landlord have signed a written agreement beneficial for both sides. Some websites offering vacation homes in Australia offer to offset this risk for you for a small sum. Such a guarantee will protect your deposit as well as protect you from staying in a property which is in poor condition.

Venice is without a doubt, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, as evidenced by the countless literary masterpieces that the city has inspired. It is for this reason that private tours to Venice are so popular, especially for those who want to experience the city’s infectious romantic vibe. The Floating City, Venice is best known for being built on water. In fact, no car can access the city and canals lead to everywhere you want to go. Venice comprises of some 118 islands, interconnected with countless bridges and winding canals.

Private tours to Venice are even more enjoyable with at least a few hours spent on a Gondola ride. These small canoes are ubiquitous in the city and they are definitely the best way to get around, especially if you want a unique view of the city through the waterways. This said, walking tours of the city’s centuries old streets are also very common, especially for those who want to admire Venice’s rich collection of Gothic architecture that dates back as early as the Byzantine and Ottoman periods. Ca’d'Oro the Doge’s Palace, and Palazzo Cavalli-Franchetti are only among the must-see architectural marvels in the city.

Surrounded by water, it is no surprise that Venice is also a huge seafood haven. If you want to try a different side of Italy’s cuisine, Venice is definitely a great place to sample its seafood delights. The city doesn’t run out of fresh supply of fish, shellfish, and other seafood favorites hauled out from nearby lagoons.

Private tours to Venice are also not complete without a visit to the Burano Island, which is one of the most iconic fishing villages in the region, known for its floating houses that paint a rainbow-colored backdrop for your excursion. Another interesting island to spend a tour in is Lido or the Golden Island, which is best known for its private beaches and golden dunes.

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