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5 luxe Vrbos for a spring break getaway

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Take a look at some amazing vacation rentals. | Photo by Vrbo

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Hey, all you restless Austinites: It’s time to start planning your next getaway. Whether that means a spring break trip with the kids or taking some much needed time for yourself, we’ll cover the cost.

Here’s how:

  1. Check out this roundup of five baller Vrbo stays in popular Midwest vacation destinations for inspiration (and eye candy).
  2. Fill out the survey by midnight on Wed., Feb. 23 to tell us a little bit about yourself + your travel habits.
  3. Be entered to win $2,500 toward your dream Vrbo stay.

Now, ready for some sweet home-away-from-homes?

Group getaway: Chicago, IL

GroupGetaway

Grab your best friends and head to the city. | Photo by Vrbo

  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 BD + 2 BA
  • ~$398/night
  • Amenities: Swimming pool, fireplace, parking + more

Couples retreat: Traverse City, MI

Couples

Spend some time in the outdoors with your sweetheart. | Photo by Vrbo

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 BD + 1 BA
  • ~$200/night
  • Amenities: Full kitchen, closed-in porch, bistro set, and complimentary bottle of wine. Cheers.

Fun for the family: Rapid City, SD

Family

Spend time with your family in this newly-built modern home. | Photo by Vrbo

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 BD + 2 BA
  • ~$200/night
  • Amenities: Fully stocked kitchen, hot tub, blackout shades, and rental vehicles available

Pet-friendly stay: Lakewood, OH

PetFriendly

Bring your furry four-legged friend along. | Photo by Vrbo

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 BD + 1 BA
  • ~$70/night
  • Amenities: Fenced-in front yard and backyard for the pups, fully equipped kitchen, and located just 10 minutes from downtown

For the solo traveler: Duluth, MN

Solo

Get some much needed “me time” in this lakeside home. | Photo by Vrbo

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 bed + 1 bath
  • ~$175/night
  • Amenities: Located on a private lake with a boathouse + sauna on the property. Bonus: It includes a French press with local coffee.

Don’t forget to take our survey for your chance to win $2,500 toward a trip.^

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