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.
Limehome reveals 400% growth after embracing best-of-breed approach to property management tech
PRESS RELEASE, MUNICH, July 20, 2023 — European serviced apartment operator, Limehome, has revealed that it has grown 400% over the past two years, ...
HomeToGo Debuts AI Mode in Beta for US and UK Users
Press Release, Jul 20, 2023 – HomeToGo, the world’s leading vacation rental marketplace, proudly announces the official launch of Modes, ...
Booking.com’s Finance Maintenance: Hosts Unpaid in High Season
In the past several weeks, vacation rental hosts have found themselves facing an unexpected challenge – delayed payouts from Booking.com. ...
Streamlining Expenses in Vacation Rental Management: Topkey’s Innovative Approach
I’m thrilled to bring you some exciting news about Topkey, a trailblazing financial service in the vacation rental industry. Recently, ...
Round-Up: Hospitable and Extenteam Join Forces, HomeToGo and SQUAKE Enable Carbon Offsetting, Lodgify’s Google Vacation Rentals Integration
Hospitable Partners Up with Extenteam to Provide Remote Guest Services Support Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: About the Companies: ...
Airbnb Strengthens Security Measures: Balancing Safety and Host Autonomy
Airbnb, the popular online vacation rental platform, recently announced a series of changes to enhance safety and trust within its ...
Round-Up: Minut’s Smoke Detection, Altovita’s Instant Bookings, and Key Data’s STAMA Partnership
Noise Monitor Provider Minut Launches Cigarette Smoke Detection Feature, Announces Avantio Integration Minut has introduced a new feature to their ...
Airbnb retires email aliases; Here’s what to do.
Big news for Airbnb hosts and property managers: from September 30, 2023, Airbnb will tighten its privacy controls, drastically altering ...
The Eleventh Hour: How To Attract Last-Minute Short-Term Rental Bookings
With travel demand skyrocketing across various markets, the supply has followed suit, escalating competition among short-term rental hosts and property ...
Unmasking the “Wolf of Airbnb”: A Cautionary Tale for Hosts
Over $1.5 million in illegal rentals, over $2 million gained fraudulently, and more than $450,000 in unpaid rent: These staggering ...
From Grassroots Movements to Adaptive Strategies: How Airbnb Fights Short-Term Rental Bans and Secures Market Presence
In the face of increasing short-term rental regulations and bans, Airbnb has implemented advanced public affairs tactics to safeguard its ...
Airbnb Unveils Map Displaying its Dominance Over Traditional Hotels in US Hospitality Landscape
In the United States, Airbnb finds itself at the center of a battle against short-term rental restrictions. This struggle is ...
Airbnb’s Position on the Registration and Use Class for Short-term Lets in England
As the consultation on registration and use class for short-term lets in England unfolds, Airbnb, one of the major stakeholders ...
Airbnb: From the business of trust to the business of surveillance?
The story of Kristin Turner, a diligent Airbnb host, paints a vivid picture of an emerging issue within Airbnb’s policies ...
Championing Short-Term Rental Growth and Innovation: An Inside Look at STRive 2023 Conference by Bart Sobies
As the world continues to recover from the global pandemic, the significance of human connection and collaboration is highlighted at ...
OVO Network’s Secrets to Exceptional Short-Term Rental Guest Reviews
The key to a thriving short-term rental business lies in exceptional guest reviews. Imagine having a clear roadmap to achieve ...
The Rise of Short-Stay Student Accommodations in the UK: A Primer for Property Managers
The short-term rental industry has seen exponential growth in recent years. This trend has also impacted the student accommodation market ...
New Airbnb Commercials Push Rooms and Host Passports: Highlight Affordable Accommodations and Host-Guest Trust
Airbnb has released three new commercials that emphasize its latest updates: Airbnb Rooms and Host Passports. In an effort to ...
Hostaway Secures $175 Million Funding, Intensifying Competition with Guesty
Hostaway recently secured $175 million in funding, marking the largest amount ever raised by a vacation rental tech company. This ...
How to Attract Profitable Short-Term Rental Properties and Ensure Satisfied Owners
Inventory growth has been a buzzword in the short-term rental industry, but do successful managers approach it differently? Are there ...
