For quite a few years now, we small business vacation rental companies have celebrated a third holiday in the month of February, Book Direct Day! Offering surprises, fun, and a chance to not spend so much during a Snowmass vacation, this holiday may not give you the day off work, but it gives so much else, we don’t think you will mind not having a long weekend. This guide to Book Direct Day, your Snowmass, Colorado vacation, and your stay in our condos at The Timberline will show you all that you never knew you needed to know!
What Is Book Direct Day and When Is It Celebrated?
Book Direct Day, held on the first Wednesday of February (February 4th in 2026), is a day that educates travelers on the benefits of skipping third-party vacation rental platforms (also known as online travel agencies or OTAs) when it comes time to reserve vacation accommodations and going straight to the source. Offering discounts and deals for everyone who visits our Timberline Condominiums website, it is our gift to you, the travelers who choose our spaces.
What Are OTAs?
You probably know them better by name, especially as the names are famous throughout the world to travelers seeking a home away from home while on vacation. We are, of course, talking about companies such as Airbnb or VRBO, or any other big name vacation rental platform. In many situations, it may be convenient, but at what cost? You have probably already discovered the hefty fees charged when utilizing these companies, but you may not know that you can find the same great rental properties available when you book directly through us! There will not be any convenience fees charged when you visit our website, just the opportunity to rent the same properties we have listed on the third-party sites at lower prices.
More Benefits to Booking Direct
Saving money is usually enough of a benefit, but what if we told you there were other rewards you will reap when you rent off our webpage? Shopping local, especially through small businesses, is the best way to strengthen the economy, putting money back into the community and ensuring that everything you fall in love with in Snowmass will still be there when you decide to return at a later date.
Our staff works, lives, and plays right here in Snowmass, and that means that we also know the area better than any OTA. This knowledge, combined with our passion to give guests a good time, is something that can only help you as you try to learn all the things there are to do in Snowmass, on the mountain, and while relaxing in our condos. The big companies won’t and can’t offer that same service, so in addition to spending more money through those other companies, you may not have as fulfilling of a vacation as you will with us.
The Secrets We Share
Book Direct Day is a day we set aside to educate the masses about all the reasons you should skip the other vacation rental platforms and go straight to our website, and as we near the end of our time together, there is one more secret we need to share. The best part of this wonderful holiday is the understanding that you can celebrate it every day of the year! There are a few more deals and specials you may receive if you book on February 4th, but if you forget and wake up on February 5th, realizing you never chose your space, it’s ok. We never charge extra fees, we will still share our knowledge of Snowmass with you, and direct lines of communication will ensure that whether you have a question, an issue, or a request for recommendations, all you have to do is call, text, or email and speak directly to our staff—no middleman needed!
Comfortable, Luxurious, and Relaxing
Choosing our spaces to make yours will be the best decision you make this year, offering comfort, luxury, and a relaxing vibe. Reserve your favorite property today!
