Industry News
Stay informed on the latest developments in the vacation rental and short-term rental industry. This category provides vacation rental managers and short-term rental managers with news on industry growth, trends, events, and insights into the future of short-term rental property management. From major updates across European markets to professional insights into industry shifts, explore the news shaping the landscape of vacation rentals.
Airbnb Concierge: Anticipating an AI-powered super app for Airbnb
Imagine it’s 2025, and the trailblazer of travel, Airbnb, is unveiling its latest innovation: Airbnb Concierge, a lifestyle super-app poised ...
Airbnb 2023 financial results: The vacation rental boom is behind us
Airbnb’s 2023 financial snapshot offers a compelling glimpse into the evolving dynamics of the vacation rental market, crucial for every ...
2024 Airbnb strategy: Insight for property managers and hosts
For those managing vacation rentals on Airbnb, understanding the platform’s strategic direction for 2024 is essential to align your business ...
Young Affluents and Travel Agents: What’s Driving the Luxury Vacation Rental Market in 2024?
The luxury rental market is soaring. With the global sector expected to be valued at a staggering $82 billion by ...
Round-Up: HomeToGo Smashes 2023 Financial Goals, Hospitable Launches Connect, Abode Worldwide Releases Tech Tools Directory
HomeToGo Outperforms 2023 Projections, Sets New Booking Revenue Record Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: About HomeToGo: Uvika’s View: Hospitable ...
How Airbnb Uses AI to Rank Your Listings And Boost Its Revenues
As an Airbnb host, you’ve likely wondered how your listing ranks in search results on Airbnb. These questions might have ...
Round-Up: Hostaway Welcomes New COO, Boostly and OwnerRez Collaborate, Dtravel Breaks New Ground in Booking Resale
Hostaway Taps Ken Weary for COO, Sets Sights on Acquisitions for Expansion Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: About Hostaway: ...
Using ChatGPT to Craft Airbnb Listings That Command Attention and Bookings
Where buzzwords and sales pitches often dominate the conversation around AI tools in short-term rental (STR) management, actionable, proven advice ...
Las Vegas Short-Term Rentals Poised for Peak Performance Amidst Super Bowl LVIII Frenzy
As anticipation builds for the NFL’s marquee event, Super Bowl LVIII, the consequential swell in demand for short-term rentals in ...
New Vrbo Commercials Strike at Airbnb’s Heart: Marketing Win or Missed Opportunity?
Vrbo launched two commercials during the highly coveted pre-game and NFL divisional championship slots. With the advertisements titled “Relax/Rooster” and ...
Round-Up: Doinn Enters Brazil, Bob W. Grows in the Nordics, EU Short-Term Rental Regulations Update
Housekeeping Solutions Platform Doinn’s Strategic Advance into Brazil Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: About Doinn: Uvika’s View: Bob W ...
Airbnb Adds 2% More to Guest Fees: What It Means for Hosts with Up to 16.2% Charges on International Bookings
Effective April 1, 2024, Airbnb is introducing a significant change for hosts using the split-fee model: an additional fee of ...
New Airbnb Ads Ramp Up Hotel Feud, Embrace Families, Pets, and South Korean Travelers
Fresh off the press are two sets of commercials that press on Airbnb’s audacious intent to once again position itself ...
Round-Up: Scale Green Conference Unveiled, OVO Network Joins Forces with HolidayHero, Key Data Teams Up with PASC UK
Inaugural Scale Green Conference Sets Sights on Sustainability in Short-Term Rentals Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: About SCALE: Uvika’s ...
Round-Up: Airbnb Launches Housing Council, SkyRun and TravelNet Form Alliance, Joivy Triples Turnover
Airbnb Launches Housing Council in Commitment to Address Housing Affordability Challenges Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: About Airbnb Housing ...
UnderTheDoormat Eyes Paris Olympics, Corporate Travel, and Tech Evolution in 2024
The recent merger of UnderTheDoormat and Veeve, two of the UK’s leading luxury short-term rental businesses, has propelled the former ...
VRMA Europe’s Grand Return: What to Expect at VRMA Paris 2024
The VRMA Europe 2024 Conference is gearing up to be a pivotal event in the vacation rental industry’s calendar. Set ...
FrontDesk’s Unexpected Closure: A Pandemic Survivor’s Demise
Frontdesk, a once-promising short-term rental property management company with 1,000 units across 30 markets, closed its doors on January 2, ...
Acquisition Fever Heats Up: AirDNA and Operto Fuel Consolidation in Short-Term Rentals
As the short-term rental (STR) industry matures and consumer expectations rise, a wave of mergers and acquisitions is once again ...
Round-Up: Checkin Debuts Damage Shield, Wales Mandates Registration, Airbnb-Friendly Turns One
Check-in Automation Platform Chekin Introduces Free Damage Protection Feature Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: About Checkin: Uvika’s View: Wales’ ...
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