Uvika Wahi
Airbnb Rolls Out Co-Host Network, New Host Tools, and Intensified Guest Personalization
In its Winter 2024 release, Airbnb has officially launched its Co-Host Network, an updated and formalized version of its “Experienced ...
What the Data Reveals: How Mid-Size Short-Term Rental Managers Stay Lean and Profitable
Last week at VRWS 2024 in Porto, industry heavyweight Richard Vaughton from Yes Consulting delivered a powerful presentation aimed at ...
How AI-driven dynamic pricing can improve your revenue strategy without sacrificing control
Dynamic pricing may seem far removed from the world of songwriting, but there’s a surprising parallel. Today, AI tools have ...
Booking Windows Tighten, but Early Bookings Still Drive the Revenue Engine
At this year’s VRWS conference in Porto, Key Data’s Sally Henry revealed a surprising trend: while short-term rentals are seeing ...
European Cities Clamp Down on Short-Term Rentals: How Property Managers Can Respond
The short-term rental (STR) industry in Europe (and elsewhere) is facing a growing wave of regulations that demand the attention ...
Tripadvisor Shuts Down Direct Vacation Rental Bookings: Reviews Live For Now
Imagine waking up to find that one of your long-standing vacation rental listing platforms has decided to stop accepting bookings, ...
The Battle for Hosts Heats Up: How Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo Are Fighting to Win
The battle for hosts is gathering heat among the Big Three. The industry’s biggest players—Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo—are ramping up ...
Inside OYO’s European Strategy: Why the Checkmyguest Deal Matters
In a move that underscores its ambitions in the European market, OYO, the Indian hospitality giant known for its aggressive ...
Market Cooling in Airbnb’s Q2 2024: Why Quality and Differentiation Matter More Than Ever
Airbnb, the behemoth of the short-term rental industry, continues to weather the shifting tides of a maturing market. The company’s ...
Airbnb’s New Partnership with IAFCI to Combat Scams: Genuine Effort or PR Strategy?
Airbnb has announced a strategic partnership with the International Association of Financial Crimes Investigators (IAFCI) to tackle the rising threat ...
Why Should Property Managers Care About Creating a ‘Scalable’ Team Culture?
At the recent Scale Show Barcelona, Rental Scale-Up (RSU) made waves by curating and hosting the Knowledge Stage, an industry-first ...
Ins and Outs of Buy-to-Rent: House of Snaps’ $10 Million Portfolio Success Story
At the recent Scale Show Barcelona, Rental Scale-Up curated and hosted the Knowledge Stage, a unique platform featuring exclusively property ...
Round-Up: Airbnb Purges 5000 Experiences, HomeToGo Unveils Super AI Sunny, Touch Stay Acquired by itrinity
Airbnb Purges 5,000 Experiences, Leaves Operators Concerned Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: Uvika’s View: HomeToGo Unveils Super AI Sunny ...
Essential Changes from Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo: How to Boost Your Rankings Now
Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) like Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo are a double-edged sword for property managers. They offer crucial visibility ...
Airbnb Summer 2024 Release: ‘Icons’ Set Stage For It to Expand Beyond The Core
In an impressive 34-minute video unveiling, Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky rolled out the platform’s Summer 2024 release. Central to this ...
How Joivy Adapts and Diversifies Its Business Model to Stay Regulation-Ready
With a vision rooted in strategic flexibility and innovative market adaptations, Joivy is crafting a roadmap to excel in the ...
From Option to Obligation: 4 Takeaways From Scale Green Highlight the Rise Of Sustainability in Travel
The Scale Green conference, a groundbreaking event dedicated to sustainability in the short-term rental sector, made its debut at the ...
AI-Powered Short-Term Rental Management: 4 Tools To Cut Costs, Boost Profits, Delight Guests
In an industry as demanding as short-term rental management, it’s crucial that technological advancements aren’t just flashy novelties but true ...
Vrbo 2024: ‘One Key’ Goes International, Price Sensitivity and Longer Stays Takes Center Stage
During an exclusive conversation at the bustling Short Stay Summit on April 24, 2024, at Old Billingsgate in London, we ...
Airbnb Promotes ‘Sensible’ Renter Policies: A Play to Support Airbnb-Friendly Apartments?
As urban centers grapple with skyrocketing rents and strained housing supplies, Airbnb has thrown its weight behind a new cause: ...
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