As local travel experts, we know what travelers are looking for when it comes to finding the perfect accommodations for their next trip. To compile our lists, we scour the internet to find properties with excellent ratings and reviews, desirable amenities, nearby attractions, and that something special that makes a destination worthy of traveling for.

Vrbo. Airbnb. Marriott. While these three accommodations companies may not appear in the same grouping, there are more similarities than you may think.

In 1995, Vrbo was the first online platform to enable vacation or short-term rentals, followed by Airbnb in 2008. Vacation rentals have a much longer history, though, dating back to the 1950s. And while there is a lot to love about renting a Vrbo or Airbnb, many travelers prefer the amenities and service major hotels offer. Luckily, you don’t have to choose: you can, in fact, have the best of both worlds.

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Near or far – secluded cabin or waterfront retreat – a vacation destination is calling your name on Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy. And of course, if you can’t find what you’re looking for, you can always stay at one of more than 5,000 United States Marriott properties.

Did you know about Marriott’s Homes & Villas? I personally prefer hotels to vacation rentals but would love to try a vacation rental backed by a hotel. I will definitely be searching for Marriott properties the next time I’m planning a trip with my large extended family!

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