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.
Airbnb’s Smart Lock Upgrade, Revnest’s Hungry Robots Acquisition, and Trash Caddies’ Takeover of Ragin’ Raccoon
Airbnb Expands Smart Lock Integration to Include Yale and August Key Takeaways for Property Managers: Snigdha’s View: Real Estate Marketplace ...
How French Property Managers Can Earn Recognition at France’s First Vacation Rental Awards
This summer, property managers in France have the chance to shine in the very first edition of what is set ...
Guesty and Villa Tracker Target Luxury Market, Airbnb & AAA See Labor Day Searches Soar in Football Towns, HomeToGo’s Revenue Rise & GetawayGoGo Partnership
Villa Tracker and Guesty Join Forces to Boost Luxury Vacation Rentals Key Takeaways for Property Managers: About Villa Tracker:Villa Tracker ...
Latest Vrbo Commercials Focus on Host-Free Stays and More—What’s New This Time?
In the cutthroat world of short-term rentals, advertising does more than just get a brand noticed; it shapes how travelers ...
The Battle for Hosts Heats Up: How Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo Are Fighting to Win
The battle for hosts is gathering heat among the Big Three. The industry’s biggest players—Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo—are ramping up ...
Comparent Honors Market Leaders, Hospitable’s Latest Tools for Self-Managers, and Sonder’s Strategic Marriott Partnership
Comparent’s 2024 Summer Market Leader Awards for Property Management Companies Key Takeaways for Property Managers: About Comparent: Comparent is a ...
Inside OYO’s European Strategy: Why the Checkmyguest Deal Matters
In a move that underscores its ambitions in the European market, OYO, the Indian hospitality giant known for its aggressive ...
Airbnb’s New Co-Hosting Marketplace: More Competition For Property Managers?
Airbnb’s CEO, Brian Chesky, just confirmed it: The long-awaited Co-Hosting marketplace is launching this October. This new platform, predicted by ...
Boom Launches AI Sales Agent, Vacasa Raises $30 Million Funding, AirDNA Welcomes New CEO
Boom Launches AI Sales Agent to Streamline Sales for Short-Term Rentals Key Takeaways for Property Managers: About Boom Snigdha’s View ...
Market Cooling in Airbnb’s Q2 2024: Why Quality and Differentiation Matter More Than Ever
Airbnb, the behemoth of the short-term rental industry, continues to weather the shifting tides of a maturing market. The company’s ...
Airbnb’s New Partnership with IAFCI to Combat Scams: Genuine Effort or PR Strategy?
Airbnb has announced a strategic partnership with the International Association of Financial Crimes Investigators (IAFCI) to tackle the rising threat ...
Why Is Vrbo Shifting from Pro-Host to Pro-Guest with Its Major Reversal on Guest Refund Policies?
On June 15th, 2024, Vrbo, a leading Online Travel Agency (OTA), made a significant policy shift that has stirred conversations ...
Q1 2024 Sees Record 123.7 Million Nights Booked in Europe
The first quarter of 2024 has brought great news for the short-term rental market in Europe. With guests spending a ...
3 Key Strategies Airbnb is Pushing in Their Latest Ad Campaign
Airbnb is back in the spotlight with its new series of TV commercials and ads. The last time we saw ...
Airbnb’s Latest Guidelines, Topkey + American Express, Maui STR Ban
Airbnb’s Latest Guidelines & Tips for Vacation Rental Managers Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: Snigdha’s View Topkey’s New Integration ...
Creating Delight: Elevating Vacation Rentals with Personalized Service and Technology
At RSU, we are dedicated to aiding professional short-term rental managers in growing their businesses, increasing efficiency, and boosting profitability. ...
The ‘Wolf of Airbnb’ Konrad Bicher Behind Bars
The case of Konrad Bicher, who styled himself as the “Wolf of Airbnb.” Bicher’s story serves as a cautionary tale ...
Why Should Property Managers Care About Creating a ‘Scalable’ Team Culture?
At the recent Scale Show Barcelona, Rental Scale-Up (RSU) made waves by curating and hosting the Knowledge Stage, an industry-first ...
Personalization and Profit: How Upselling Transforms Guest Experience in Short-Term Rentals
The Knowledge Stage at Scale Show Barcelona 2024 was a groundbreaking platform curated and hosted by Rental Scale-Up (RSU), exclusively ...
2024 Paris Olympics- Mixed Outlook for France’s Hospitality Industry Amid Airbnb’s Surprising Data
With the 2024 Paris Olympics scheduled from July 26 to August 11 and the Paralympic Games from August 28 to ...
