Q. Why doesn't TPOA publish the information on all accommodations, instead of keeping two lists?
A. Hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts that are published on Vacation Guides USA's website and in TPOA's directory are establishments that have signed an agreement with us to maintain the published pet policy through their registration period (usually 1 year). There are establishments that can not or will not sign the agreement, but currently (today) accept pets as a matter of policy or on an individual basis. We provide this information to our members, but not to the general public. To do so would substantially lessen our greatest attribute, that of being reliable.
Q. Does TPOA have special discounts with some accommodations providers?
A. No. At this time, we do not have the ability to provide sufficient guarantees to any establishments of a set number of reservations generated by our input. To do so, we would have to track everyone who visits the website. We don't feel that is our mission. Perhaps at some point, Vacation Guides USA will offer a reservation service with discounts. They do not do so at this time.
Q. What does your directory include that is not on the web site?
A. Aside from the list of non-registered accommodations, the directory includes several articles not on the website, an 800# directory of reservation centers for various chains which include pet-friendly franchises and new in 2007 will be an section on veterinary tips.
Q. How do I join TPOA? Do I have to join by using the Internet?
A. You can join TPOA by completing the application mail form and submitting it via the Internet. When we receive your form, we will mail via US postal service, a packet including the membership agreement. At that time, if you are in agreement, you can sign the agreement and return it with membership dues ($9.95/year). If you don't feel comfortable sending personal information over the Internet, you can print the application form, fill it out and mail it via US postal service to: Traveling Petowners of America, P O Box 390215, Omaha, NE 68139.
Q. Does TPOA rate the hotels/motels on the web site or in the TPOA directory?
A. We do not rate or verify accommodation information of any of the establishments listed. Information regarding accommodation provided on the web site is provided by the establihsment. We do encourage members to report on the establishments they visit and those reports will be included in the members' area of the web site and in the periodicals published by TPOA.
Last Updated: 01/08/2007