Vacation Villa owners at many of the high-end resort communities located throughout the Caribbean also include their vacation units in the resort's vacation rental inventory. These units are typically managed by the hotel located within the resort (a pre-set condo/hotel arrangement); or a licensed property manager located within the community, manages a number of rental units and takes care of all customer transactions and support. The daily rental rates for these units are typically higher, but the amenities are usually 5 star, with golf, pools, sport fishing, scuba diving, and restaurants all located within the resort community.

Vacation Home or Apartment rentals and some guest cottages offer full kitchens, or galley kitchens, with cooking utensils. Many offer other goodies such as TV's with VCRs, audio equipment, laundry facilities, and scenic views from a deck or a porch. Most country cottages offer basic amenities with few frills, but they are typically located in areas of extreme beauty however.

Guest Houses and Inns typically provide the same amenities as Paradors, but do not normally include individual phone access. They are also located near popular attractions and offer still lower lodging costs.

Vacation Rental homes and apartments/condos are privately owned, but made available to vacationers when the owners are not using them. These properties are clean and well maintained. Most if not all are located on the water, or a short walking distance to the water. There are a few being offered that are located hillside or inland offering spectacular views of the ocean or country scenery. They are usually managed by a property manager or an individual whom the owner shares confidence.

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