Slovakia may often play second fiddle to its more famous former other half, the Czech Republic, but that only means that you'll be among a much smaller number of tourists visiting this small country. And with a Slovakia vacation rental, you'll feel even more like part of the community.

Most of the Slovakia vacation rentals you'll find will be charming cabins nestled in the country's mountains and valleys, or vacation homes in the countryside. Though the country is small, there is plenty of variety in terms of the landscape, from the valleys around the Danube River in the west to the national parks and medieval mining towns of the middle of the country to the mountainous eastern region with its many castles. For the explorers among you, the country is also dotted with caves, including some huge ones which are open for public visits.

Choosing a vacation rental in Slovakia instead of a hotel is a great option if you're the kind of person who likes to really get to know the cultures of the places you visit. While a hotel will insulate you from real life, a vacation cabin will put you right in the thick of it - you'll be part of local life, shopping in the markets and becoming a "regular" at the local cafe. And, if you're lucky, you'll even be around for local festivals. There's really no better way to feel at home.

Plus, there's always the added benefit of having more privacy with a vacation rental in Slovakia as opposed to a hotel - this way you'll be able to curl up in a comfy chair with a good book all day long if you like, never worrying about whether housekeeping will be coming in to disturb your calmness! This is definitely a more relaxing way to travel.