First, apartments without intermediaries is not a myth; they exist, being quietly rented without deception to hundreds, thousands of visitors daily. Of course, by contacting an agency it is easier to get the desired result, but the services of an intermediary are not free, and besides, only a good market player is beneficial – low-quality offices will not help you at all. Second, everything can be done independently as well. How exactly? Read below.
Let's start with the fact that if a visa is required to enter the country, you should first take care of obtaining it. Most likely, the embassy will ask you to present a document confirming that you have a place to stay. The most convenient is to book a hotel (preferably without prepayment), and after receiving the visa, cancel the reservation and start looking for an apartment. By the way, it is best to do this in advance, since good options at affordable prices are snapped up very quickly.
Where to look? There is a huge variety of websites offering private housing rentals – including the largest international networks, local resources for a particular country, as well as intermediary sites and those where rental properties are listed directly by owners. The best advice in this case: immediately choose self-booking sites, because by contacting an agent at random, you will not only waste extra money but also risk getting questionable quality of service.
Most likely, renting apartments without intermediaries will not be a difficult impossible task for you, since many sites have Russian versions, and you most likely know English at a decent level. On each specialized portal, as a rule, very different options for rental housing are presented – from budget options located on the outskirts of the city to luxury class in the historic center. Determine the area of residence and your available budget – this will make it easier for you to make your choice. Request booking confirmation, if necessary, make a prepayment. And we wish you a pleasant stay!
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