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Advice for Renting Apartments in Europe
  • Patricia
    Now that the dollar is so weak, a friend of mine told me that if I really want to get some wonderful accommodations during trips to Western Europe, without spending as much money as one would in a top-rated hotel, renting apartments is often a better option. So does anyone know which are the best companies or organizations to rent through when traveling to Europe if you prefer to only stay at very comfortable and beautiful apartments? Also, I'd be interested to know what kind of services or amenities one can expect when you rent. I appreciate any advice that anyone has to share.
  • Nanoose
    I can't name any agency as I have a spare furnished apartment that I actually "swap" with for a European apartment, but I know a number of people that look for apartments on craigslist to let when visiting Europe. Many agencies advertise on there with photo's of their apartments that look quite nice. Most of the agencies that post give their website where you can look for higher end apartments in the location of your choice.
  • Lisa Corcoran
    Have a look at http://www.thevillabook.com which has an excellent selection of luxury villas and city apartments throughout Europe.
  • cibo
    For Paris, take a look at http://www.parisvacationapartments.com/
    They have a beautiful selection. Even if you aren't interested in renting, it's fun to look. Typically you are in charge of keeping things neat and tidy on your own, and they'll send in a maid once a week. Though, you can hire maid service by the hour at any time if you prefer. Overall, you will get wonderful value and the chance to live like a native for a few days. But, of course you don't get the services that you do in a hotel. You would do best by having your own concierge service that you can call should you need some assistance with booking tickets and reservations. And make sure you know the area well enough in advance so you can find good food around the corner in the morning if you don't feel like eating in.
  • pagode
    I spent 10 nights in a Paris vacation apartment called Balthazar. I rented it through Paris Luxe Apartments, http://www.parisluxeapt.com
    I have have to admit I was extremely pleased with not only the apartment but the greeter that welcomed me into the apartment.
  • Trabzon
    For apartments in Rome, there is http://www.undertheromansun.com/ which has a very nice selection of apartments at reasonable rates.
  • Poojita
    You should visit www.privatetradewinds.com for luxury apartments in Rome and Paris.
  • leian
    It's also worth checking out vrbo.com, where people rent their apartments/villas directly. You may have to sift through a lot of undesirable stuff, depending on what you'd like to pay and what amenities you want, but there are some good rentals on there and they're easily sorted by price point, etc.
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