Airbnb

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.

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 ...

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How Airbnb is Building an Amazon-Like Platform Beyond Accommodation

Thibault Masson

For several years, Airbnb has been stepping beyond short-term rentals and traditional accommodations with initiatives like Airbnb-Friendly Apartments and Experiences. ...

Airbnb Q3 2024 financials

Airbnb Q3 2024 Financials Reveal Solid Growth, Push for Quality, and Co-Host Network’s Strong Start

Uvika Wahi

With revenue reaching $3.7 billion (up 10% year-over-year) and a surge in key metrics like total bookings, Airbnb is leveraging ...

How Netflix, Airbnb, and Social Media Are Driving the “Set-Jetting” Trend—and What It Means for Vacation Rental Managers.

How Netflix, Airbnb, and Social Media Are Driving the “Set-Jetting” Trend—and What It Means for Vacation Rental Managers

Thibault Masson

It seems that every day, hordes of travelers “discover” a breathtaking location they saw on a show, movie, or TikTok ...

A bold hero image for a blog post on the Airbnb Co-Host Network, showing a contrast between a local Airbnb co-host and a professional property manager

Is Airbnb’s Co-Host Network a Threat or an Opportunity for Property Managers?

Thibault Masson

With the launch of Airbnb’s Co-Host Network, vacation rental managers are wondering if it’s a potential threat to their business ...

How Airbnb’s New AI Tools Can Boost Your Bookings: What Every Vacation Rental Manager Should Know

How Airbnb’s New AI Tools Can Boost Your Bookings: What Every Vacation Rental Manager Should Know

Thibault Masson

Airbnb has introduced new features that use AI to guide travelers through each stage of the booking process, making it ...

Airbnb’s Focus on Japan, Bob W’s European Expansion, Minut’s AI Weed Detection

Airbnb’s Focus on Japan, Bob W’s European Expansion, Minut’s AI Weed Detection

Snigdha

Airbnb’s Latest Campaign Eyes Japan’s Domestic Travel Market Snigdha’s View Bob W Expands Across Europe, Taps New CFO About Bob ...

More Trouble for Rentals in Spain, Airbnb Sets Sight on South Korea, Blanket Launches Inventory Growth Tool

More Trouble for Rentals in Spain, Airbnb Sets Sight on South Korea, Blanket Launches Inventory Growth Tool

Snigdha

Spain Grants Homeowners’ Associations the Power to Outright Ban New Short-Term Rentals Snigdha’s View Airbnb Eyes South Korean Domestic Tourism ...

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Airbnb Rolls Out Co-Host Network, New Host Tools, and Intensified Guest Personalization

Uvika Wahi

In its Winter 2024 release, Airbnb has officially launched its Co-Host Network, an updated and formalized version of its “Experienced ...

Airbnb Courts Occasional Hosts, Promotes Airbnb-Friendly Apartments in New Campaign

Airbnb Courts Occasional Hosts, Promotes Airbnb-Friendly Apartments in New Campaign

Uvika Wahi

Airbnb has launched a new video campaign featuring Crystal, a Denver-based host who shares her uplifting story of achieving financial ...

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Airbnb WINTER 2024 RELEASE – CO-HOST NETWORK

Thibault Masson

What Vacation Rental Managers Might Expect from Airbnb’s Winter 2042 Release: The Co-Host Network In Airbnb’s Winter 2024 release, we ...

Airbnb "Experiences" Reopens, Zumper’s Integration for Airbnb-Friendly Apartments, StayFlexi’s Google Vacation Rentals Debut

Airbnb Experiences Reopen, Zumper Adds airbnb-friendly, Stayflexi integrates google vacation rental

Snigdha

Airbnb Relaunches ‘Experiences’ – This Time with a Focus on Uniqueness & Affordability! (Host Side) Snigdha’s View: Airbnb’s Latest Move ...

Real-World Airbnb Optimization Insights from Property Management Experts

Achieve Airbnb Success in 2025: Insights on Rankings, Guest Favorites, and Differentiation

Snigdha

The short-term rental (STR) market is getting more saturated by the day. With Airbnb now hosting over 7 million listings, ...

How US Vacation Rental Managers Could Drive More Direct Bookings

How US Vacation Rental Managers Could Drive More Direct Bookings

Thibault Masson

In an industry dominated by platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo, vacation rental managers are grappling with a significant shift. Skift ...

Airbnb’s Smart Lock Upgrade, Revnest’s Hungry Robots Acquisition, and Trash Caddies’ Takeover of Ragin’ Raccoon

Airbnb’s Smart Lock Upgrade, Revnest’s Hungry Robots Acquisition, and Trash Caddies’ Takeover of Ragin’ Raccoon

Snigdha

Airbnb Expands Smart Lock Integration to Include Yale and August Key Takeaways for Property Managers: Snigdha’s View: Real Estate Marketplace ...

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Guesty and Villa Tracker Target Luxury Market, Airbnb & AAA See Labor Day Searches Soar in Football Towns, HomeToGo’s Revenue Rise & GetawayGoGo Partnership

Snigdha

Villa Tracker and Guesty Join Forces to Boost Luxury Vacation Rentals Key Takeaways for Property Managers: About Villa Tracker:Villa Tracker ...

New Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo Commercials Target New Hosts

The Battle for Hosts Heats Up: How Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo Are Fighting to Win

Uvika Wahi

The battle for hosts is gathering heat among the Big Three. The industry’s biggest players—Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo—are ramping up ...

Airbnb’s New Co-Hosting Marketplace: More Competition For Property Managers?

Airbnb’s New Co-Hosting Marketplace: More Competition For Property Managers?

Thibault Masson

Airbnb’s CEO, Brian Chesky, just confirmed it: The long-awaited Co-Hosting marketplace is launching this October. This new platform, predicted by ...