Booking a rental home instead of a hotel is one of the easiest ways to be able to afford to travel. Rental homes can sleep quite a few people, meaning the cost per person is lower than booking a standard hotel room. The amenities of a rental room are also more valuable than a hotel. Since there are full-size kitchens, those can be used to cook meals instead of eating out, and the living rooms are great for a game night or watching a movie.