After hosting three crowded public hearings on the matter, city councillors in Vancouver have approved a new housing proposal for the West End. Devonshire Properties has been granted a re-zoning application to build 133 more rental units in the 16-hundred blocks of Beach and Harwood. Concerns were raised about the affordability of the homes to be … [Read more...]
Summer Vacation Rental Checklist
February 24, 2013 by
What's the best way to beat winter blues? Getting the rental process started for this summer's dream beach vacation. In just a few months, you'll be asking, "Why don’t we live here all year long?" Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
Expert Tips for Your Next Vacation Rental
December 2, 2012 by
Vacation rentals are hot right now. And while they've been big for a while in Europe, they're gaining ground in the US. So we compiled some expert tips to make sure you rent right for your next trip. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
Tep Wireless expands mobile hotspot rental plan to 50 countries, revamps pricing
October 2, 2012 by
The international mobile hotspot rental market just got a lot more interesting. While Xcom Global's offerings are still broader, Tep Wireless is expanding in a major way. Previously reserved for European nations, the upstart is now serving a full 50 nations, adding Brazil, the United States, South Africa, Singapore, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, … [Read more...]
iPhoneTrip SIM rental review: the best way to keep your smartphone connected while abroad
September 18, 2012 by
In the seemingly unending quest to remain connected while traveling abroad, we recently decided to try yet another option when departing the US for a lengthy amount of time: iPhoneTrip. In a way, it sounds like the perfect solution. A single rental SIM, mailed to your address anywhere in the world, that you don't even have to return when you're … [Read more...]
Tep Wireless unveils European-wide hotspot rental service for $5-a-day, 1GB of data included
July 11, 2012 by
Hardcore jetsetters should still be turning to Xcom Global, iPhone Trip or a local mobile shop upon arrival, but those who won't be burning up the megabytes now have yet another alternative when traversing European lands. The outfit best known for keeping those traveling to the UK connected is now branching out a bit, enabling a single rental … [Read more...]
Bike rental operators voice concerns about new bike share program
July 10, 2012 by
After being promised they would be consulted by city staff about plans for a new public-private bike share program, several Vancouver bike rental operators are still waiting.Joe Kainer of English Bay Bike Rentals says that's why he felt compelled to interrupt a city council discussion about the program this morning."Well the problem for me is that … [Read more...]
Xcom Global opens international MiFi rental / service center in New York City
May 20, 2012 by
Serving jetsetters at LAX just wasn't enough for Xcom Global. Engadget's personal favorite when it comes to snagging international data before leaving the States is now opening up shop in the Big Apple -- a wise move for increasing its presence in a market where loads of humans are doing business in nations other than the United States. Xcom's … [Read more...]
Top 10 Villa Rental Companies
January 24, 2012 by
We travel for many reasons, not the least of which is to experience a new way of life. Whether shopping for groceries at La Boqueria in Barcelona, or taking an evening stroll through Puerto Rico’s Old San Juan neighborhood, it’s thrilling to blend in with the crowd and live like a local—if even for a moment. And there’s no … [Read more...]
In Spain, specify if you want an automatic rental car
July 14, 2011 by
Virtually all cars in Spain have a manual transmission—if you don't want a stick shift, reserve weeks in advance and specify automatic transmission. Call to reconfirm your automatic car before you leave for Spain. Fodor's Travel Wire … [Read more...]
