Thibault Masson

Airbnb Strengthens Security Measures: Balancing Safety and Host Autonomy

Thibault Masson

Airbnb, the popular online vacation rental platform, recently announced a series of changes to enhance safety and trust within its ...

Round-Up: Minut’s Smoke Detection, Altovita’s Instant Bookings, and Key Data’s STAMA Partnership

Round-Up: Minut’s Smoke Detection, Altovita’s Instant Bookings, and Key Data’s STAMA Partnership

Thibault Masson

Noise Monitor Provider Minut Launches Cigarette Smoke Detection Feature, Announces Avantio Integration Minut has introduced a new feature to their ...

Airbnb retires email aliases; Here’s what to do.

Thibault Masson

Big news for Airbnb hosts and property managers: from September 30, 2023, Airbnb will tighten its privacy controls, drastically altering ...

Airbnb’s Drive for Quality: An In-Depth Review for Hosts

Thibault Masson

Understanding Airbnb’s Quality Initiative Airbnb recently updated its hosting quality system, a move that underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to ...

Airbnb’s Enhanced Security: Comprehensive Identity Verification

Thibault Masson

Airbnb has announced an important security update that intensifies its identity verification process for hosts and guests alike. The move, ...

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From Grassroots Movements to Adaptive Strategies: How Airbnb Fights Short-Term Rental Bans and Secures Market Presence

Thibault Masson

In the face of increasing short-term rental regulations and bans, Airbnb has implemented advanced public affairs tactics to safeguard its ...

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Airbnb Unveils Map Displaying its Dominance Over Traditional Hotels in US Hospitality Landscape

Thibault Masson

In the United States, Airbnb finds itself at the center of a battle against short-term rental restrictions. This struggle is ...

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Airbnb’s Position on the Registration and Use Class for Short-term Lets in England

Thibault Masson

As the consultation on registration and use class for short-term lets in England unfolds, Airbnb, one of the major stakeholders ...

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Airbnb: From the business of trust to the business of surveillance?

Thibault Masson

The story of Kristin Turner, a diligent Airbnb host, paints a vivid picture of an emerging issue within Airbnb’s policies ...

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The Airbnb Effect: Decoding the Dynamics of France’s Short-term Rental Market in the Lead-up to the 2024 Paris Olympics

Thibault Masson

As the global community sets its sights on the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, a significant shift is taking shape in ...

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Decoding the AI Hype: Separating PR Stunts from Real Value for Airbnb Hosts and Rental Managers

Thibault Masson

You might have seen a surge of press releases from vendors and Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) in the short-term rental ...

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Homelike’s Samuel Toribio Sheds Light on the Monthly Rental Market at VITUR Summit 2023

Thibault Masson

In the run-up to the VITUR Summit 2023 in Malaga, Samuel Toribio, the Head of International Markets at Homelike, provided ...

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VITUR Summit and Sustonica Team Up for a Greener Vacation Rental Industry

Thibault Masson

The VITUR Summit, a leading vacation rental industry conference, is making waves by introducing a unique and eco-friendly feature within ...

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Airbnb’s 2023 Summer Release: Addressing Market Concerns and Preparing for Future Expansion

Thibault Masson

As Airbnb unveils its 2023 Summer Release, it is crucial to assess the strategic direction the company is pursuing, with ...

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Understanding Airbnb’s Strategic Intentions with Airbnb Rooms and Host Passports

Thibault Masson

During its 2023 Summer Release, Airbnd unveiled its renewed will to promote private rooms on its platform. The introduction of ...

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VITUR Summit 2023: A Must-Attend Event for Short-term Rental Professionals and Vendors

Thibault Masson

The upcoming VITUR Summit, scheduled for May 10-12, is the premier event for short-term rental professionals and vendors looking to ...

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Breaking the Mold: Unique Formats and Distribution Channels Drive Growth in Short-Term Rental Industry

Thibault Masson

Industry leaders gathered at the Short Stay Summit in London to discuss the future of the short-term rental market. Key ...

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The 2023 Shortyz Awards: Recognizing Excellence in the Short-Term Rental Industry

Thibault Masson

On Wednesday 26 April 2023, the Shortyz Awards ceremony took place in London, bringing together over 200 individuals from the ...

Maximizing Your Short-Term Rental Revenue: A Global Perspective from Elise Ripoche, Vacation Rental Revenue Expert

Maximizing Your Short-Term Rental Revenue: A Global Perspective from Elise Ripoche, Vacation Rental Revenue Expert

Thibault Masson

Get ready to uncover the secrets to boosting your short-term rental revenue with insights from Elise Ripoche, founder of J’affiche ...

Global Airbnb, Booking, and Vrbo Data from Transparent: A Comprehensive Analysis of Q1 2023

Thibault Masson

This article delves into the fascinating insights from Q1 2023 data for the short-term rental industry, focusing on Airbnb, Booking.com, ...