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.

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Streamlining Expenses in Vacation Rental Management: Topkey’s Innovative Approach

Thibault Masson

I’m thrilled to bring you some exciting news about Topkey, a trailblazing financial service in the vacation rental industry. Recently, ...

Round-Up: Hospitable and Extenteam Join Forces, HomeToGo and SQUAKE Enable Carbon Offsetting, Lodgify’s Google Vacation Rentals Integration

Round-Up: Hospitable and Extenteam Join Forces, HomeToGo and SQUAKE Enable Carbon Offsetting, Lodgify’s Google Vacation Rentals Integration

Uvika Wahi

Hospitable Partners Up with Extenteam to Provide Remote Guest Services Support Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: About the Companies: ...

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 ...

The Eleventh Hour: How To Attract Last-Minute Short-Term Rental Bookings

The Eleventh Hour: How To Attract Last-Minute Short-Term Rental Bookings

Uvika Wahi

With travel demand skyrocketing across various markets, the supply has followed suit, escalating competition among short-term rental hosts and property ...

Unmasking the Wolf of Airbnb A Cautionary Tale for Hosts

Unmasking the “Wolf of Airbnb”: A Cautionary Tale for Hosts

Uvika Wahi

Over $1.5 million in illegal rentals, over $2 million gained fraudulently, and more than $450,000 in unpaid rent: These staggering ...

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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 ...

Championing Short-Term Rental Growth and Innovation: An Inside Look at STRive 2023 Conference by Bart Sobies

Championing Short-Term Rental Growth and Innovation: An Inside Look at STRive 2023 Conference by Bart Sobies

Uvika Wahi

As the world continues to recover from the global pandemic, the significance of human connection and collaboration is highlighted at ...

OVO Network's Secrets to Exceptional Short-Term Rental Guest Reviews

OVO Network’s Secrets to Exceptional Short-Term Rental Guest Reviews

Uvika Wahi

The key to a thriving short-term rental business lies in exceptional guest reviews. Imagine having a clear roadmap to achieve ...

The Rise of Short-Stay Student Accommodations in the UK: A Primer for Property Managers

The Rise of Short-Stay Student Accommodations in the UK: A Primer for Property Managers

Uvika Wahi

The short-term rental industry has seen exponential growth in recent years. This trend has also impacted the student accommodation market ...

New Airbnb Commercials Push Rooms and Host Passports: Highlight Affordable Accommodations and Host-Guest Trust

New Airbnb Commercials Push Rooms and Host Passports: Highlight Affordable Accommodations and Host-Guest Trust

Uvika Wahi

Airbnb has released three new commercials that emphasize its latest updates: Airbnb Rooms and Host Passports. In an effort to ...

Hostaway Secures $175 Million Funding: A New Chapter in Short-Term Rental Management Software Competition?

Hostaway Secures $175 Million Funding, Intensifying Competition with Guesty

Uvika Wahi

Hostaway recently secured $175 million in funding, marking the largest amount ever raised by a vacation rental tech company. This ...

How to Attract Profitable Short-Term Rental Properties and Ensure Satisfied Owners

How to Attract Profitable Short-Term Rental Properties and Ensure Satisfied Owners

Uvika Wahi

Inventory growth has been a buzzword in the short-term rental industry, but do successful managers approach it differently? Are there ...

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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 ...

Google Travel More Visibility for Short-Term Rentals and Travel Inspiration

Google Travel: More Visibility for Short-Term Rentals and Travel Inspiration

Uvika Wahi

At the 2023 VITUR Summit, an insightful exchange took place between David Robles, Director of Business Development EMEA for Google ...

Optimizing Airbnb Listings & Selecting the Ideal Market: Expert Tips from Daniel Rusteen

Optimizing Airbnb Listings & Selecting the Ideal Market: Expert Tips from Daniel Rusteen

Uvika Wahi

Many hosts face challenges when it comes to optimizing their listings, attracting the right guests, and setting the perfect price. ...