Travellers want parking, pools, pets: Orbitz

Free parking, swimming pools and fitness centres are among the most popular amenities travellers look for during their travel research.According to online travel agency Orbitz, research into its 2010 search data found that airport shuttle, pets welcome and spas are high on the list of priorities for people booking hotels, USA Today reported.

“On Orbitz.com, searches for promotional offers and discounts such as free parking and airport shuttle service took the top spots," Orbitz said."There was also very strong interest in hotels that provide spa services and fitness centres.“As one of the top searched hotel amenities this proves that whether you're a single, couple or family swimming pools will likely remain one of the most important hotel amenities."

According to the source, Orbitz allows online shoppers to choose from up to 15 amenities.The services range from babysitting, business centre, travel and luxury items.Based on last year’s highest searchers, the biggest revelation was the ‘pets welcome’ selection making the list of important amenities."The number of hotels that welcome pets is rising and, surprisingly, so are consumer searches for pet-friendly accommodations."

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