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 Drops Strict Policy—Limited Takes Over: What It Means for Your Vacation Rental Business
Airbnb’s New Cancellation Policies: What Hosts Must Know Big change: Starting January 20, 2025, Airbnb is rolling out new cancellation ...
Top Podcasts for Property Managers and Hosts to Tune Into in 2025
2025 is not business as usual for property managers and hosts. With stricter regulations rolling out, guest preferences shifting faster ...
Will Airbnb Abandon Its Values of Inclusivity and Diversity Under Trump’s Second Presidency?
Donald Trump is back in the White House, creating ripples across industries, including the short-term rental space. During Trump’s first ...
Airbnb’s Vision for Fair Regulations in Spain and Elsewhere
Airbnb is advocating for more balanced regulations for short-term rentals in Spain. Airbnb argues that overly restrictive rules could harm ...
Bali Targets Illegal Tourist Villas, Booking.com Partners with Antom, British Columbia mandates rental registry
Local Association Demands Government Action Against Bali’s Illegal Tourist Villas Snigdha’s Views Booking.com partners with Antom to deliver localized payment ...
Illegal Price Gouging During LA Fires: Airbnb Implements Host Pricing Restrictions
As the Palisades Fire continues to ravage neighborhoods across Los Angeles, the California Attorney General, Rob Bonta, has issued a ...
Super Bowl LIX New Orleans 2025: The Tightrope of Regulations and Heavy Demand
The Super Bowl is one of the most coveted events for host cities in the United States, bringing massive economic ...
Portugal Rejects Ban Referendum, Rentals Face Higher Taxes in Spain, Hostaway Partners with QuickBooks
Portuguese Court Rejects Referendum Seeking to Ban Short-Term Rentals in Residential Buildings Uvika’s View Spain Targets Short-Term Rentals with Higher ...
Short-Term Rental Regulations Update Roundup: Athens, Alicante, and Egypt
No New Short-term rental registrations are to be Allowed in Athens for One year Snigdha’s View: Alicante Imposes Two-Year Ban ...
The Destinations Airbnb Is Betting on for 2025—and Why
Where will travelers go next, and what will drive them there? Airbnb’s recently unveiled list of the 25 places to ...
Top Luxury Listing Sites for Property Managers to Secure High-End Bookings in 2025
With the luxury short-term rental market projected to reach an impressive $82 billion by 2031, the demand for private accommodations ...
A Luxury Flat, 101 Men, 1 OnlyFans Model, and a Shocking Airbnb Controversy That Challenges the System
The interplay of short-term rentals and online fame took an unexpected turn when 23-year-old British OnlyFans model Lily Phillips rented ...
What’s Next for Vacation Rentals in 2025 and How Property Managers Can Face the Challenges Head-On
In Europe, governments are urging citizens to stock up on food reserves, preparing for potential disruptions like an Eastern EU ...
Casago Acquires Vacasa: What It Means for US Vacation Rental ManageRs IN 2025
The recent announcement of Casago’s acquisition of Vacasa has created waves in the vacation rental industry. The deal, valuing Vacasa ...
Skeletons, Unicorns, and Explosions: How Hostaway’s Bold Imagery Reflects Its $365M Ambitions
I. Hostaway’s Bold Imagery: Breaking the Mold When Hostaway announced its record-breaking $365 million funding round, they didn’t just rely ...
NYC Introduces Statewide Rental Registry, Top Luxury Villa Trends for 2025, and British Columbia vs. Airbnb
New York Introduces Statewide Short-Term Rental Registry, Demanding Transparency from Booking Platforms and Operators Snigdha’s Views Skillcations, Culinary Escapes, and ...
2024 in Short-Term Rentals: The Stories That Made Waves (and Headlines)
2024 in Short-Term Rentals: The Stories That Made Waves (and Headlines) 2024 wasn’t just another year in the short-term rental ...
Spain Investigates Airbnb for Unlicensed Rentals, Ex-Vacasa CEO Launches ‘Fairly’, Marriott Partners with Postcard Cabins & Trailborn
Heavy Fines Threaten Airbnb Hosts as Spain Tightens Grip on Unlicensed Rentals Snigdha’s View Former Vacasa CEO Launches “Fairly” Aiming ...
No More Hidden Fees: FTC Announces Junk Fees Rule—But Will It Stick?
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized its groundbreaking Junk Fees Rule, targeting deceptive pricing practices across industries, including short-term ...
Niche Listing Sites to Explore to Diversify Your Vacation Rental Strategy in 2025
In a competitive market dominated by giants like Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo, professional property managers are seeking alternative avenues to ...
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