Airbnb has more properties, but Vrbo is more customizable. We'll help you decide which hotel alternative is best for your trip. Managing Editor Alison DeNisco Rayome joined CNET in 2019, and is a ...

Airbnb has more listings than Vrbo. Vrbo offers only private rentals. Both platforms offer 24/7 customer support. Vacation rentals come in all layouts and sizes. But if you plan to book one, there’s a ...

Travelers frequently use Airbnb or Vrbo — two of the most popular vacation rental websites — to book short-term vacation rentals. Deciding which of these options to use for booking a place to stay can ...

Millions of Americans are now canceling their spring and summer travel plans. Most are getting refunds. But if you booked through VRBO — Vacation Rentals By Owner — it's complicated. Kathy Saalfeld is ...

There’s a lot to be said for a little spontaneity when you’re on vacation. But until your down time actually starts, it’s all about preparation. If you’ve been thinking about staying in a vacation ...

Airbnb dominated the alternative rental space for a time, often becoming synonymous with hotels and/or hostels.

Perched on a hillside by a creek, featuring a game room, three master suites, breathtaking vistas, a hot tub, and outdoor entertaining space, it’s evident why a Blue Ridge cabin named Miracle Creek ...

Q: I booked a Vrbo rental in Philadelphia for a birthday party with my friends. The code for getting into the rental was incorrect. I contacted the property manager multiple times on three different ...