In today’s economic uncertainty, most people are looking for comparison shopping .
The leading directory of vacation rentals, Rentalo.com released a recent study on travelers searching for vacation rentals in Chicago from July 2008 to January 2010. 2561 travelers were the source of the study. What this survey reveals show that travel experta were not wrong about consumers’ interests in comparison shopping .
Sixty-six percent of travelers who were searching for lodging showed interest in comparison shopping among Chicago lodging.  Surprisingly, almost 66 percent of vacationers were interested about receiving offers from places located near Chicago, like Oak Park, Bedford Park, Bridgeview, Oak Lawn, Melrose Park, Oak Brook and others.
Those who planned their trips early, at least 30 or 60 days in advance, were almost 22 percent. The ones who inquired in the last minute to arriving to their Chicago lodging were the 33 percent. The remaining 44 percent were vacationers planning their travel at least 60 days before arriving to Chicago
Chicago’s most popular vacation theme is family reunions with 31 percent of the inquiries requesting accommodations for groups of more than 4 adults or families with kids, 26 percent for couples on romantic getaways, and 22 percent for people traveling alone .
At Rentalo.com, finding the best values in lodgings takes little time mainly because the information is easily accessible to consumers. The free inquiry service allows travelers to easily and quickly compare lodging options.
Chicago bed and breakfasts – from $150 per night
In Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, this is a complete self-contained apartment suite with private entrance. Relax in the private two-person Jacuzzi and steam room (robes and slippers provided). Entertainment – premium cable TV, VCR/DVD with a library of movies, stereo, and CD player – can be enjoyed in front of the fireplace or in bed. During nice weather enjoy the deck and private garden. For more information on this apartment, please visit rentalo.com, ID 312182.
Chicago vacation rentals – from $200 per night
Beautiful Victorian apartment is located in the heart of Lincoln Park, great/safe neighborhood of Chicago . Close to park, cafes & restaurants, and DePaul University. Easy parking, six minutes walk from public transportation – CTA (near Fullerton Train Station – Red or Brown line). This Chicago vacation property features independent fully furnished rental unit with fully equipped kitchen, in a high end home ready to accommodate your needs for a great get-away. Additional details can be found at rentalo.com, ID 19167.
