Summary
Vacationers using our unique Power Search can choose to view the results
of their targeted search as pinpoints on a map, as well as in a list. They can zoom
in and out of any area (from the entire region to within a few blocks), viewing
each listing relative to such landmarks as the beaches, the center of town, or other
points of interest to them.
Special Features
Beach display
Vacationers can also opt to have the public beaches in the area displayed on the
map.
Pop-up display
When viewing search results pinned on the map, vacationers can hover their cursor
over each pin, prompting a pop-up to appear displaying some basic information about
the listing.
Preview window
When the viewer actually clicks on a pin, an abbreviated version of the full listing
appears to the right of the map as a “preview.” In addition to the basic information
provided in the Pop-up, the Preview also includes:
- Bed configuration
- Bathrooms
- Distance to & name of nearest beach
- A link to send an email inquiry
- A link to view the full listing
- The listing’s pricing and availability calendar
- A link to enable vacationers to save the listing to their “Favorites”
- An Owner Special icon
- A Last-minute Availability Alert
What are the advantages?
For vacationers: This enhancement meets the demand from vacationers who are
interested in identifying vacation rentals in a specific area or neighborhood. They
may have friends or relatives staying in a certain place and wish to be nearby,
for example. Or they may wish to rent within walking distance of a favorite beach.
For homeowners: If enabled by you, this feature increases your listing’s
exposure to vacationers by providing another quick and easy way for them to find
your property. It also answers one of vacationers’ most common questions: “Where
is the home?”