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.
Founder Interview Episode 2: How Dale Smith Scaled Host & Stay to 1,400+ Properties
What if scaling a property management business wasn’t just about adding more listings, but about building a portfolio with solid ...
Adding Properties in a Competitive Market: Inventory Growth in 2025
Expanding inventory is set to be the number one priority for property managers in 2025, with over 75% of attendees ...
How Airbnb’s New AI Tools Can Boost Your Bookings: What Every Vacation Rental Manager Should Know
Airbnb has introduced new features that use AI to guide travelers through each stage of the booking process, making it ...
2025 Travel Trends (Expedia + Booking.com): Actionable Insights for Vacation Rental Managers
Booking.com and Expedia have released their much-anticipated 2025 travel predictions and the way travelers think, book, and experience stays is ...
Airbnb’s Focus on Japan, Bob W’s European Expansion, Minut’s AI Weed Detection
Airbnb’s Latest Campaign Eyes Japan’s Domestic Travel Market Snigdha’s View Bob W Expands Across Europe, Taps New CFO About Bob ...
The Rise of Guest Referral Networks in Short-Term Rentals
As competition intensifies across the short-term rental industry, professional property managers are increasingly turning to innovative solutions to stay ahead ...
More Trouble for Rentals in Spain, Airbnb Sets Sight on South Korea, Blanket Launches Inventory Growth Tool
Spain Grants Homeowners’ Associations the Power to Outright Ban New Short-Term Rentals Snigdha’s View Airbnb Eyes South Korean Domestic Tourism ...
Airbnb Rolls Out Co-Host Network, New Host Tools, and Intensified Guest Personalization
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 has launched a new video campaign featuring Crystal, a Denver-based host who shares her uplifting story of achieving financial ...
Otamiser Unveils AutoRank, Mexico City Targets Short-Term Rentals, Landfolk Launches Visual Search
Otamiser Launches “AutoRank” to Automate Airbnb Listing Optimization About Otamaiser Otamiser is a specialized platform designed to enhance the visibility ...
What the Data Reveals: How Mid-Size Short-Term Rental Managers Stay Lean and Profitable
Last week at VRWS 2024 in Porto, industry heavyweight Richard Vaughton from Yes Consulting delivered a powerful presentation aimed at ...
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 ...
Hostaway Brings in New CRO, HomeToGo Targets BookTok, PriceLabs’ New Report Builder
What is ‘Hostaway’s Post Recent C-suite Appointments’? About Hostaway: Snigdha’s View: HomeToGo’s Book Club Retreat: How Property Managers Can Tap ...
Airbnb Experiences Reopen, Zumper Adds airbnb-friendly, Stayflexi integrates google vacation rental
Airbnb Relaunches ‘Experiences’ – This Time with a Focus on Uniqueness & Affordability! (Host Side) Snigdha’s View: Airbnb’s Latest Move ...
European Cities Clamp Down on Short-Term Rentals: How Property Managers Can Respond
The short-term rental (STR) industry in Europe (and elsewhere) is facing a growing wave of regulations that demand the attention ...
Lavanda Targets US with New Sales Director, New Sustainability Taskforce, and One Key’s UK Debut!
Lavanda Taps Former Kasa Exec Greg Materdomini to Lead US Expansion Key Takeaways for Property Managers: About Lavanda Snigdha’s View ...
Why VRWS 2024 in Porto Should Be on Your Radar
The Vacation Rental World Summit (VRWS) is returning for its 11th edition in Porto, Portugal, from October 3-4, 2024. This ...
Your.Rentals Secures €1.7M, Boom Expands AI, VRWS Green Paves the Eco Path
Your.Rentals Raises €1.7M to Power Market Expansion About Your.Rentals: Snigdha’s View: Boom Expands AI Capabilities with First Fully AI-Powered Property ...
