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The latest insights and updates for Airbnb hosts, from in-depth looks at seasonal releases and new features to practical checklists and management tips. This category covers essential topics for vacation rental managers and short-term rental managers, including Airbnb experiences, hosting dashboard features, cleaning guidelines, cancellation policy updates, and brand strategy analysis. Stay informed on Airbnb’s fiscal growth, industry news, and the tools that can help you enhance your hosting and management approach.

New Stricter Rental Laws in Greece, Airbnb Unveils Valentine’s Day Trends, and Gen Z’s Winter Travel Shift to Nature Escapes

Stricter Rental Laws in Greece, Airbnb Shares Valentine’s Day Trends, and Gen Z’s Winter Travel Shifts

Snigdha

Greece Introduces New Safety Standards, Higher Taxes, and Stricter Oversight for Short-Term Rentals Snigdha’s Views: homes and whether the government ...

Airbnb

Airbnb Drops Strict Policy—Limited Takes Over: What It Means for Your Vacation Rental Business

Thibault Masson

Airbnb’s New Cancellation Policies: What Hosts Must Know Big change: Starting January 20, 2025, Airbnb is rolling out new cancellation ...

Will Airbnb Abandon Its Values of Inclusivity and Diversity Under Trump’s Second Presidency?

Will Airbnb Abandon Its Values of Inclusivity and Diversity Under Trump’s Second Presidency?

Snigdha

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’s Vision for Fair Regulations in Spain and Elsewhere

Uvika Wahi

Airbnb is advocating for more balanced regulations for short-term rentals in Spain. Airbnb argues that overly restrictive rules could harm ...

Illegal Price Gouging During LA Fires: Airbnb Implements Host Pricing Restrictions

Illegal Price Gouging During LA Fires: Airbnb Implements Host Pricing Restrictions

Uvika Wahi

As the Palisades Fire continues to ravage neighborhoods across Los Angeles, the California Attorney General, Rob Bonta, has issued a ...

airbnb top travel destinations 2025

The Destinations Airbnb Is Betting on for 2025—and Why

Uvika Wahi

Where will travelers go next, and what will drive them there? Airbnb’s recently unveiled list of the 25 places to ...

A Luxury Flat, 101 Men, 1 OnlyFans Model, and a Shocking Airbnb Controversy That Challenges the System

A Luxury Flat, 101 Men, 1 OnlyFans Model, and a Shocking Airbnb Controversy That Challenges the System

Snigdha

The interplay of short-term rentals and online fame took an unexpected turn when 23-year-old British OnlyFans model Lily Phillips rented ...

Round-up

NYC Introduces Statewide Rental Registry, Top Luxury Villa Trends for 2025, and British Columbia vs. Airbnb

Snigdha

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)

Uvika Wahi

2024 in Short-Term Rentals: The Stories That Made Waves (and Headlines) 2024 wasn’t just another year in the short-term rental ...

Spain Cracks Down on Airbnb for Unlicensed Short-Term Rentals

Spain Investigates Airbnb for Unlicensed Rentals, Ex-Vacasa CEO Launches ‘Fairly’, Marriott Partners with Postcard Cabins & Trailborn

Snigdha

Heavy Fines Threaten Airbnb Hosts as Spain Tightens Grip on Unlicensed Rentals Snigdha’s View Former Vacasa CEO Launches “Fairly” Aiming ...

Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo in 2025: What Property Managers Must Know

Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo in 2025: What Property Managers Must Know

Snigdha

2024 was a year of rapid change and tough decisions for property managers.From platform updates to stricter regulations and increased ...

The €19 Billion Question New Airbnb Report Could Help Push for Fairer Regulations in The EU

The €19 Billion Question: New Airbnb Report Could Help Push for Fairer Regulations in The EU

Uvika Wahi

Short-term rentals (STRs) contributed €19 billion to the European Union’s GDP in 2023 and supported over 300,000 jobs across Europe, ...

Airbnb Launches Host Training Programs in Asia, Canada Pledges $50M Against Rentals, Avantio Partners with Key Data Dashboard

Airbnb Launches Host Training Programs in Asia, Canada Pledges $50M Against Rentals, Avantio Partners with Key Data Dashboard

Snigdha

Airbnb Launches Host Training Programs with UNESCO and Goa’s Tourism Department in Asia About UNESCO: UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific ...

NYC

NYC Short-Term Rental Ban Softens: How Advocacy Is Reshaping Regulations Globally

Snigdha

From the U.S. to Europe, short-term rental (STR) operators face increasing pressure from stringent regulations. In New York City, Local ...

Avoiding a Santastrophe: How to Win Winter Bookings Like Airbnb

Avoiding a Santastrophe: How to Win Winter Bookings Like Airbnb

Uvika Wahi

The holiday season is here, and Airbnb is pulling out all the stops to position itself as the go-to choice ...

airbnb 2025 strategy

Airbnb’s 2025 Strategy: Evolving into a Comprehensive Lifestyle Platform

Thibault Masson

For the past two years, Airbnb has followed a clear strategic playbook built on three key pillars: Making Hosting Mainstream, ...

Airbnb-Friendly Apartments Hits the UK, HomeToGo Expands Offerings, and Hospitable Adds AI-Powered Guest Messaging

The UK Gets Airbnb-Friendly, HomeToGo Partners with FlixBus, Hospitable Upgrades Guest Messaging with Touch Stay

Snigdha

Airbnb-Friendly Apartments Launch 1,500 New Units in the UK with Greystar About Greystar: Greystar is an international real estate company ...

France’s New Anti-Airbnb Law What It Means for the Vacation Rental Industry.

France’s New Anti-Airbnb Law: What It Means for the Vacation Rental Industry

Thibault Masson

France, the world’s second-largest market for Airbnb, has introduced new regulations targeting short-term rentals. This move comes amid rising concerns ...

Barcelona’s Short-Term Rental Ban Faces Legal Challenges: What Managers Need to Know

Barcelona’s Short-Term Rental Ban Faces Legal Challenges: What Managers Need to Know

Thibault Masson

Barcelona, a pioneer in strict short-term rental regulations, is once again at the center of industry attention. The city’s latest ...

France and Romania Tighten Rental Rules, Offer Loyalty Rewards with Journey, Airbnb Spotlights Hidden Gems

France and Romania Tighten Rental Rules, Offer Loyalty Rewards with Journey, Airbnb Spotlights Hidden Gems

Snigdha

France and Romania Tighten the Grip on Short-Term Rentals with New Tax and Licensing Rules Snigdha’s View: New Journey Loyalty ...