The reputable directory of vacation rentals, bed and breakfasts, and hotels, Rentalo.com, just released a practical market research performed on 850,000 travelers in 15,000 locations around the world.

Below, the lodging web site shows the study findings on 13,867 opted-in travelers who sought out vacation rentals in Georgia’s top leisure areas and particularly in Savannah, from July 2008 to January 2010.

This study data verifies latest travel expert’s about consumer’s interests in comparison shopping when searching for accommodations.

And also, the study produced useful information and stats on trip preparation routines, and vacation themes for Savannah, Georgia.

Savannah Comparison Shopping Trends: According to stats collected, 63 percent of the vacation planners revealed interest in comparison shopping among Savannah vacation rentals, bed and breakfasts, hotels, and resorts.  17 percent showed interest in contrasting quotes for other lodgings in Savannah area including Port Wentworth, Pooler, Daufuskie Island, Tybee Island, Richmond Hill, Hardeeville, Buckhead, and Bluffton.

Savannah Vacation planning Trends:  First, the survey reveals those mindful and thorough travelers who inquired two or more months prior to the arriving to their Georgia lodging. They represented the 39 percent. The classic last minute vacationers who began their trip preparing within the last month prior to their arrival date represented the 35 percent. The remaining 23 percent were inquiries that came from people who searched one to two months in advance.

Savannah Vacation Theme Trends:  As in the last results of this survey in different locations around the world, the most searched theme for Savannah is family meetings with 41 percent of the people searching for accommodations for groups of more than four adults. 35 percent of the inquiries came from families with children. Those classic romantic couples looking for a special place to stay represented the 29 percent and the last 6 percent of the inquiries came from people who were traveling alone.

It is certainly true that planning a family vacation is fun, but can be very time consuming. At Rentalo.com, we make it easy for travelers to compare value offers from vacation rentals, hotels, and bed and breakfasts that meet their specific lodging needs.

For instance, we have these two amazing deals to compare in Savannah:

1875 Historic Heyward House in Enchanting Savannah Vacation Rental – Enhance your Savannah Experience by staying in one of its historically significant homes. Built in 1875 for cotton factor J. Guerrard Heyward (great grandson of Thomas Heyward, signatory of The Declaration of Independence) and his wife, Pauline DeCaradeuc Heyward (whose journal was published as A Confederate Lady Comes of Age, it is the only original Charleston-Single style home in Savannah. The parlor level suite measures some 1500 square feet of inside living area with 14-foot ceilings.Outside is a 45-foot side-piazza (porch) with wicker furniture, and overlooks a lovely koi pond (relax with morning coffee, evening drinks, or just a good book). Conveniently located two blocks from Forsyth Park, this suite was designer-decorated. Public access tennis and basketball courts two blocks away.Kroger (grocery store with pharmacy and ATM), health food store, and eclectic internet cafe close by. For further details, pics and a practical inquiry form, please log into property ID#266557.

Savannah Executive Rental Home w/ Water Park Vacation Rental – Great new community 2 exits North of the Savannah Int’l Airport and minutes to Historic Savannah. Luxury, Resort Amenities and all the Conveniences of one of the best Savannah vacation houses. No detail too small has been left out of this Home which boasts over 2150 sq. ft. of comfort & elegance. 2 car garage with an automatic door opener for your convenience. Luxurious Bed Linens, Bath Towels & even Beach Towels provided. Our Kitchen offers Corian Counters, tiled floors and every kitchen gadget possible, from Blender, Cookware, Pots & Pans, to a vegetable scrub brush. Nothing has been forgotten, even all spices are at your fingertips. Dining Table offers Seating for 8 with service for 12. Living Room offers leather La-z Boy Reclining Sofa & Love Seat, 37′ LCD HD TV & DVD. For more info, pictures and contact information, please log into rentalo.com, property ID#307511.