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While many fork out thousands for boutique hotels for their vacation, others prefer to take a different route and book their dream holiday house through Airbnb.  And on Friday, Airbnb revealed the 10 most sought-after properties across Australia based on their wish list system - from spectacular hinterland hideaways to stunning mountainside treehouses .  Here, FEMAIL Looks at the top 10 most in-demand properties across the country and what it is that makes them so popular.  'What’s unique about the most sought-after Airbnbs in Australia is the mix and diversity of properties,' Airbnb Australia's Country Manager, Sam McDonagh, said.  'It's evident that travellers have a fascination with Australia’s great outdoors with hinterland villas and forest treehouses topping the list; however, they’re also wanting to indulge in Australia’s more urban lifestyle, with luxury New York-styled apartments and rooftop terraces coming out on top too.'  On Friday, Airbnb revea...

http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Five-ways-you-can-still-plan-an-affordable-Labor-11943432.php Kristin Hanes Updated 3:53 am, Thursday, August 24, 2017 Labor Day weekend is coming up, and not all of us are excited to spend a ton of money on a getaway. But never fear, there are some ways to save, whether you're doing a staycation, or even a trip abroad. Here are five travel hacks that will help you keep more money in the bank while also enjoying a few glorious days away from the daily grind. 1. Trusted Housesitters Trusted Housesitters  is an online site that trades pet-sitting for a place to stay. You can browse beautiful homes and apartments in San Francisco and all over the world. Don't like dogs? Don't be discouraged. You can search for homes with other animals like cats, birds, reptiles and farm animals. Yep, you can take care of a real-life farm while on vacation, or, maybe that doesn't sound like a vacation after all. Trusted Housesitters does have a caveat, ...

Heather Wood Lifestyle Editor Published Aug 22, 2017 at 8:00 am (Updated Aug 22, 2017 at 12:16 am) Related Stories The breezes that run through this Southampton property give it its name. Las Brisas sits at the top of Turtle Bay Drive , and offers “spectacular” views of the South Shore. Rego Sotheby’s International Realty has listed the three-bedroom property for $2.175 million. “Set atop a stunning locale overlooking the South Shore, Las Brisas is an ideal family home with spectacular 180- degree views stretching from the South Shore to the Great Sound,” said realtor Buddy Rego . “Encompassing three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, the home also includes an income- generating studio apartment . The views are enjoyed in multiple rooms and the private pool is in a league of its own, overlooking the spectacular azure waters of the South Shore. “Watch the longtails soar from the comfort of the open patio, which is perfect for entertaining. “The manicured gardens en...

1. Studio near the Metro This beautiful place is very close to the subway line. This is a basement apartment and the whole house is fully air-conditioned. There are many places to eat that are also close so you don’t have to worry about that. The host is available to answer your questions and provide information about the attractions and how to get there. There’s a queen bed and a sofa bed, so you can bring an extra person. Studio near the Metro Price : from 52 USD Number of Guests : 3 Book Now See similar vacation rentals in Athens and also compare the prices with hotels in Athens 2. Stunning view and pool This is a 5th-floor apartment in one of the most modern buildings in Athens with a pool on the roof and a view all over Athens. It has very big windows so at sunset your apartment will be like a magical place full of warm, yellow light. This is a cozy place with everything you need inside. Stunning view and pool Price : from 100 USD Number of Guests : 2 Book Now See similar vac...

PARKER, CO - Atlanta-headquartered ARA, the largest privately held , full- service investment advisory brokerage firm in the nation focusing exclusively on the multihousing industry, recently brokered the sale of the Windrock and Stone Canyon apartment communities , in Parker, CO. ARA Denver- based principals , Jeff Hawks, Doug Andrews, Terrance Hunt and Shane Ozment, represented the undisclosed institutional seller in the transaction. TM Equities, a Salt Lake City - based real estate investment group , purchased the properties for $82,750,000, which represents a price per unit of $125,379, and a price per square foot of $137.02. Jeff Hawks explained , "This property was built during the 2001-2003 development cycle, which included over 22,000 units delivered during the three year span. To put this into perspective, the entire metro Denver apartment market has not delivered that many units during the last ten years combined . Buyers are focused on properties bui...

Most Americans are behind on their savings. The median amount the average American family has saved for retirement is just $5,000, according to a recent report from the Economic Policy Institute . Even among those nearing retirement age (age 56-61), the median amount saved is a mere $17,000. Also, while the cost of living in the U.S. varies depending on the area of the country, it's generally becoming more expensive to cover the basic necessities. Once you consider the costs of healthcare, long-term care, and other expenses you may incur during retirement, it may be more expensive than you think to retire comfortably. But who says you have to retire in the U.S.? With increasing healthcare costs , a shaky Social Security program , and rising home prices , it may be a good idea to pack your bags and consider moving abroad during retirement. Here are a few cities that may be a good choice for retirees looking for a more affordable lifestyle. Image source: Getty Images. 1. Kingston,...

The iconic London landmark uses its public spaces to counterpoint the unbridled growth of London’s luxury private structures I recently found myself staring into a stranger’s living room, waiting for something beautiful to happen. I was standing on the 10th- floor viewing terrace of the Tate Modern’s new wing, a twisting ziggurat of perforated brick and mortar that rises above the museum’s home in the old Bankside Power Station . The terrace allows for 360-degree views of the building frenzy that has consumed much of London’s skyline. Cranes dip and dive in every direction; to the east, the Shard, an overwhelming ice pick of a skyscraper, dwarfs the Victorian roofs of the surrounding neighbourhood; to the west, the pregnant monolith of One Blackfriars, a 50-storey mixed-used building, looms over the Thames like an alien mothership. As is the case all over the city, many of its £4 million (Dh19 million) apartments will be scooped up as investments, only to stand empty. Idle butlers ...