| The 2010 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games | | | | to watch speed skating (hosted at the Richmond |
| in Vancouver are poised to provide significant | | | | Oval) would be well-advised to seek housing in |
| economic benefits for the host region. Many of | | | | Vancouver or Richmond (and perhaps not |
| these benefits will relate to the construction of | | | | Whistler!) |
| the required infrastructure. During the period of | | | | In addition to choosing a location wisely, guests |
| the games themselves (February 12 to 28, 2010), | | | | and prospective landlords should clarify the specific |
| significant benefits will flow from the large number | | | | terms of the rental agreement well before the |
| of tourists visiting the Vancouver region. | | | | Games: |
| Although the Vancouver region offers a fine | | | | - What will be the amount of rent, and form of |
| selection of local hotels, many out-of-town guests | | | | acceptable payment? |
| will want to rent a home or condo privately. For | | | | - When will the unit be available for occupation? |
| some groups (e.g., large parties of 10 people or | | | | - Are there restrictions on the number of guests |
| more), private home rentals may represent the | | | | allowed? |
| only viable option. | | | | - What amenities are close by (grocery stores, |
| When searching to rent a home privately, some | | | | restaurants, etc.)? |
| guests may not be aware that the venues for | | | | - Is a damage deposit required? |
| the Vancouver 2010 games stretch about 120 | | | | - Are pets allowed? |
| kilometres, covering Richmond (south of | | | | How does one find a suitable rental for the 2010 |
| Vancouver), and Whistler (about at two-hour | | | | Games? |
| drive north of Vancouver). Those who plan mainly | | | | |