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.

Key Data Becomes Exclusive Data Partner of The Australian Short-Term Rental Accommodation Association
Press Release, Australia, October 3, 2023: Short term rental (STR) data specialist, Key Data, has become the exclusive data partner of the ...

Airbnb’s Mid-Year Announcements: What’s New and Noteworthy?
In an unexpected move, Airbnb’s CEO, Brian Chesky, recently took to Twitter, sidestepping the company’s traditional Winter and Summer announcement ...

Why Airbnb Wants You to Meet Their Designated Party Pooper
Airbnb is leaving no room for uncertainty – it has a designated ‘party pooper,’ and the company wants to ensure ...

Round-Up: New RentalReady, Hostaway Welcomes New CFO, HomeToGo Appoints Investment Chief, and Bob W Expands to Knightsbridge
RentalReady Unveils Fresh Brand Identity and Advanced Features Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: About RentalReady: Uvika’s View: Hostaway Appoints ...

Impact of Rugby World Cup 2023 on Airbnb prices and bookings
The Rugby World Cup 2023, an international spectacle of sport and camaraderie, had a significant impact on Airbnb bookings and ...

PriceLabs’ Breakthrough Release: New Dynamic Pricing algorithm shifts from broad market to hyper-local trends
PriceLabs, a leading provider of dynamic pricing solutions for the short-term rental industry, has unveiled its latest Breakthrough Release. This ...

Round-Up: Lodgify AI Assistant, ALTIDO Adds Westminster Fire Station to Portfolio, 365Villlas Whatsapp Integration
Lodgify Unveils AI Assistant to Optimize Guest Communications Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: About Lodgify: Uvika’s View: ALTIDO Adds ...

Supply Growth Triggers Revenue Plunges Across U.S., Europe, and the UK: Time to Panic?
A recent report from Key Data reveals a sobering 17% dip in revenue for the U.S. short-term rental market and ...

Round-Up: Scale UK 2023 Sessions Announced, All-New AirDNA, Breezeway Becomes Airbnb Partner
Key Sessions Announced for 2023 Edition of Scale UK Event Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: About Scale: Uvika’s Take: ...

Safeguard Your Short-Term Rental Margins Through Upselling: A Practical Guide
Feeling the squeeze on your profit margins? The demand for short-term rentals (STRs) is still robust, but it’s spreading thin ...

Local Law 18 Goes Into Action, Poised to Decimate New York City Short-Term Rental Supply
New York City has banned rentals for less than 30 days, more or less. It looks like individuals can only ...

Round-Up: Anfitrões de Aluguel’s Million Real Boost, Hostway’s Smart Lock Integration, Rentals United Launches Elevate
Nexpon’s Million-Real Boost Fuels Anfitriões de Aluguel in Brazil’s Booming Vacation Rental Scene Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: About ...

VAT Directive’s Looming Threat: Small European Short-Term Rental Players in Peril
Do you know that from January 2025, your guests may have to pay up to 25% more on every booking? ...

Booking.com does not pay its hosts: The end of the tunnel for the payout glitches?
The digital trail doesn’t lie. A recent surge in search queries on our website Rental Scale-Up paints a telling picture ...

Round-Up: HomeToGo’s Winning Q2 2023, Big Boostly Bash, INTO Guesty
Q2 2023 Triumph: HomeToGo’s Financial Success Fueled by Services and Subscriptions Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: About HomeToGo: Uvika’s ...

Cracking the Code of Remote Hosting: Practical Tips from Thibault Masson’s Short-Term Rental Success
Short-term rentals have long captivated wanderers seeking an escape from the mundane. But what if you’re miles away, responsible for ...

Is Airbnb’s Growth and Expansion Strategy Paying Off in 2023?
Airbnb has set its sights on a trio of strategic priorities for 2023: Make Hosting Mainstream, Perfect the Core Service, ...

Airbnb’s Strategy for Competitive Pricing Amidst Inflation
In today’s inflationary environment, prices are on the rise across various sectors. Despite these economic headwinds, Airbnb has successfully maintained ...

Airbnb’s Q2 2023 Report: Surges to 7 Million Active Listings
In its Q2 2023 financial report, Airbnb announces a remarkable milestone: a whopping 7 million active listings. The report emerges ...

Round-Up: Airbnb.org Welcomes New Board Members, Casai Ceases Operations, American Express Ventures into Vacation Rentals
Airbnb.org Welcomes New Board Members Key Insights for Vacation Rental Managers: About Airbnb.org: Uvika’s View: Proptech Startup Casai Ceases operations ...