Market Data & Pricing
Access the latest short-term rental market data and pricing strategies for the US, EU, UK, and beyond. This category equips vacation rental managers and short-term rental managers with insights on occupancy trends, dynamic pricing optimization, and best practices for setting competitive rates. Learn how to leverage dynamic pricing tools and strategies to maximize revenue and stay ahead in a shifting market.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Is Driving Breakout Demand, Just Not in the Same Way Everywhere
📌TL;DR- The FIFA World Cup 2026 is already causing massive shifts in travel demand—but it’s not the same everywhere. Booking curves and pricing are surging in cities like Mexico City and Miami, where demand is early and international, while markets like Kansas City and Dallas are seeing steadier, more domestically driven growth. Regulations, pricing, ticket access, and visa hurdles all shape how the event is playing out, city by city. Hosts and property managers shouldn’t rely on hype—data is the only way to stay ahead of demand trends in the run-up to kickoff.
You’re Probably Comparing Your Performance to the Wrong Market
📌TL;DR- Many short-term rental managers rely on flawed comp sets when comparing performance. This article breaks down how physical, qualitative, performance, and strategic comparisons give a more accurate view of where you stand — and how better definitions lead to smarter decisions.
Planning for 2026? What 2025 Market Data Is Telling Large Property Managers
📌TL;DR- The 2025 data shows that demand is arriving later, revenue is increasingly concentrated around major events, and large property managers are operating under a very different performance model than the broader market. Booking windows have shortened, making pricing discipline and patience more important than ever, while early data for 2026 events like the Winter Olympics, and FIFA World Cup already shows demand building much earlier than last year. At the same time, professionally managed portfolios are trading occupancy for higher Average Daily Rates (ADR) and stronger Revenue per Available Rental (RevPAR), and listing quality has emerged as a measurable revenue driver.
Learning Revenue management Is No Longer Optional for Property Managers, Here’s Why
📌TL;DR- Property managers can now access the “Fundamentals of Revenue Management” course by PriceLabs Academy, a free, self-paced, tool-agnostic training. It simplifies pricing, pacing, and profitability concepts, helping managers make smarter revenue decisions. Graduates earn a certificate, gaining clarity and credibility in a fast-maturing industry.
How Property Managers Can Adapt to Airbnb’s Host-Only Fee Without Losing Margins
Airbnb is switching all PMS-connected listings to a host-only fee model globally , and understandably, there’s been a lot of ...
Airbnb to Appeal New Orleans Ruling, Expands Compliance Push in Spain, Key Data Launches New Tools in the UK
Airbnb to Appeal Court Ruling Upholding New Orleans’ Strict Rental Laws Snigdha’s Views Airbnb Scales Up Its Compliance Push Across ...
PriceLabs Hits 161 Integrations, HomeToGo Snaps Interhome, Booking.com Debuts Rewards Card
PriceLabs Sets New Industry Standard with 161 PMS Integrations Snigdha’s views: HomeToGo Closes Interhome Deal, Expands With 40,000 Rentals Across ...
What the Data Says (and What the Experts Do) to Keep Occupancy Strong in Shoulder Season
The summer rush is over, and for property managers, that usually means one thing: the shoulder season slowdown. But in ...
Vrbo Q2 2025 Results Show Clear Shift Toward Promotions, Shorter Stays, and Bundled Value
Vrbo’s Q2 2025 results confirm a clear shift: the U.S. market is growing, but just barely, and the brand is ...
From Empty Gaps to Extra Bookings: PriceLabs’ Dynamic Min Stay Tackles Lost Revenue
Every property manager has wrestled with the same question: what’s the right minimum stay rule to balance revenue, operations, and ...
New PriceLabs–Booking.com Integration Helps Hosts Gain Back Pricing Control
PriceLabs, the global revenue management platform trusted by over 500,000 listings, is now officially integrated with Booking.com. Hosts and property ...
Paris Short-Term Rentals After the Olympic Glut: What French Open 2025 Tells Us
The French Open 2025 offers the clearest view yet of Paris short-term rental market trends in 2025, and a rare ...
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Trump-Era Policies Fuel Travel Uncertainty: Fewer Canadians, Europeans to U.S.—Fewer Americans to Europe [Early Data]
In early 2025, renewed uncertainty around U.S. border policies, international relations, and travel regulations is creating ripple effects in the ...
Easter 2025 Is Three Weeks Late—And It’s Scrambling Your Spring Calendar
What shifting school breaks, soft pacing, and regional demand tell us about short-term rental trends in the U.S. and Europe ...
NFL Draft 2025: Green Bay Hits Record Rates, But Where Are the Guests?
A 682% ADR surge. $18,000 Airbnb listings. 250,000 visitors expected. Green Bay’s short-term rental (STR) market is seeing record-breaking pricing—but ...
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 ...
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 ...
How AI, Price Sensitivity, and Regulations Are Influencing Property Management: Key Insights from VRWS 2024
Travelers are increasingly shifting their focus from traditional tourist destinations to exploring hidden gems like Kosovo, Moldova, and Albania. These ...
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 ...
