Industry News

Airbnb Revamps 'Experienced Co-Host Program,' Expands to US, Canada, Australia, Embraces Professional Property Managers

Airbnb Revamps ‘Experienced Co-Host Program,’ Expands to US, Canada, Australia, Embraces Professional Property Managers

Uvika Wahi

In a move that marks a significant evolution in its service offering, Airbnb has revamped its Co-Hosting Platform to ‘Experienced ...

Round-Up: HomeToGo Launches AI Mode, AirDNA Acquires Arrivalist, Limehome Reports 400% Growth Using Apaleo

Round-Up: HomeToGo Launches AI Mode, AirDNA Acquires Arrivalist, Limehome Reports 400% Growth Using Apaleo

Uvika Wahi

HomeToGo Introduces AI Mode for US and UK Users Key Insights for Vacation Rental Managers: About HomeToGo: Uvika’s View: Related ...

Limehome reveals 400% growth after embracing best-of-breed approach to property management tech

Limehome reveals 400% growth after embracing best-of-breed approach to property management tech

Uvika Wahi

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

HomeToGo Debuts AI Mode in Beta for US and UK Users

Uvika Wahi

Press Release, Jul 20, 2023 – HomeToGo, the world’s leading vacation rental marketplace, proudly announces the official launch of Modes, ...

booking.com finance maintenance

Booking.com’s Finance Maintenance: Hosts Unpaid in High Season

Thibault Masson

In the past several weeks, vacation rental hosts have found themselves facing an unexpected challenge – delayed payouts from Booking.com. ...

topkey vacation rental credit cards

Streamlining Expenses in Vacation Rental Management: Topkey’s Innovative Approach

Thibault Masson

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

Round-Up: Hospitable and Extenteam Join Forces, HomeToGo and SQUAKE Enable Carbon Offsetting, Lodgify’s Google Vacation Rentals Integration

Uvika Wahi

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

Thibault Masson

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

Round-Up: Minut’s Smoke Detection, Altovita’s Instant Bookings, and Key Data’s STAMA Partnership

Thibault Masson

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.

Thibault Masson

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

The Eleventh Hour: How To Attract Last-Minute Short-Term Rental Bookings

Uvika Wahi

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

Unmasking the “Wolf of Airbnb”: A Cautionary Tale for Hosts

Uvika Wahi

Over $1.5 million in illegal rentals, over $2 million gained fraudulently, and more than $450,000 in unpaid rent: These staggering ...

airbnb public affairs tactics

From Grassroots Movements to Adaptive Strategies: How Airbnb Fights Short-Term Rental Bans and Secures Market Presence

Thibault Masson

In the face of increasing short-term rental regulations and bans, Airbnb has implemented advanced public affairs tactics to safeguard its ...

us airbnb vs hotels listing density

Airbnb Unveils Map Displaying its Dominance Over Traditional Hotels in US Hospitality Landscape

Thibault Masson

In the United States, Airbnb finds itself at the center of a battle against short-term rental restrictions. This struggle is ...

airbnb short term let regulation

Airbnb’s Position on the Registration and Use Class for Short-term Lets in England

Thibault Masson

As the consultation on registration and use class for short-term lets in England unfolds, Airbnb, one of the major stakeholders ...

is airbnb business of surveillance

Airbnb: From the business of trust to the business of surveillance?

Thibault Masson

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

Championing Short-Term Rental Growth and Innovation: An Inside Look at STRive 2023 Conference by Bart Sobies

Uvika Wahi

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

OVO Network’s Secrets to Exceptional Short-Term Rental Guest Reviews

Uvika Wahi

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 Rise of Short-Stay Student Accommodations in the UK: A Primer for Property Managers

Uvika Wahi

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

New Airbnb Commercials Push Rooms and Host Passports: Highlight Affordable Accommodations and Host-Guest Trust

Uvika Wahi

Airbnb has released three new commercials that emphasize its latest updates: Airbnb Rooms and Host Passports. In an effort to ...

Get the most important short-term rental news and insights straight to your inbox, for FREE.

Subscribe to our newsletter using the form below.