Advanced vacation rentals: 9 things to know

If you're in town for a special event, like a sports tournament or festival, it's never too soon to book a vacation rental. “Vacation rentals are more scarce than hotels and great vacation properties are even scarcer,” says Chris Brusznicki ... Staying flexible. Remember, you're renting an apartment or house â€" not a room in a hotel. “Some things may go wrong,” warns Pauline Kenny, a vacation rental expert who runs a site called Slow Europe. “The plumbing may stop working, ...