Vacation Rental Blog
News and tips for property managers
A Host’s Guide on Campaya Vacation Rentals Channel
Campaya is the go-to vacation rental platform tailored for families and couples over 30, looking to stay in Northern Europe. Originally from Scandinavia, the company quickly expanded its operations to include multiple European locales. Campaya, established in 2013,...
Best Airbnb Titles: How to Get ⭐ Ranking and Bookings
Airbnb listing titles are claimed to be back to guest search results in June 2021. This means every host should revise their Airbnb title naming strategy to improve visibility and ranking, get more clicks and eventually more bookings. You only have a few seconds to...
Airbnb and Booking.com Pricing Strategies for High and Low Seasons
There is no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to pricing strategies on Airbnb, Booking.com and other OTAs. However, there are a few things that all hosts should keep in mind to get the most out of their properties throughout the year. In this blog post, we will...
How to get a Spanish tourist license for a vacation home on Airbnb?
Are you looking to rent out your vacation home on Airbnb and wondering what the requirements are for obtaining a Spanish tourist license? This guide covers all the requirements that vary by Spanish region. To apply for the tourist license, you will need to submit a...
Booking.com Mobile-Only Price Rates: a Hack to Raise Your Ranking
As people's browsing habits shift towards mobile devices, it is important for STR hosts to be aware of Booking.com's "Mobile-Only Price Rates" feature. This feature allows you to offer a special discounted rate that is only visible when someone uses the Booking.com...
How to get the best out of Airbnb Aircover for hosts?
Airbnb Aircover for hosts is a protection program that includes $1 million in Host damage protection and $1 million in Host liability insurance. This means that if there is any damage done to your property, or if a guest causes any legal issues, you will be protected....
How to profit from Short-term rentals during the recession?
Are we going through a recession in 2022? What is happening in the world right now? The U.S. Federal Reserve, the organisation that prints and lends money to all of the big banking institutions in the world raised the Interest rate up to 1.75% - the biggest increase...
How to Respond to a Bad Airbnb Guest Review: Tips and Real Examples
It's every host's worst nightmare: a bad Airbnb guest review. Whether it's a guest who left the place trashed or someone who was just generally difficult to deal with, getting negative feedback can be demoralizing and frustrating. But don't worry! In this blog post,...
Nuki smart lock – The keyless door lock for Airbnb hosts
What is a smart lock? A smart lock is an innovative smart home device which allows guests to access your vacation rental without physical keys. The lock is Wifi or Bluetooth-enabled and uses your smartphone, a tap of the finger or voice command to unlock and lock the...
How to get more bookings on Airbnb and other OTAs in 7 easy steps
Your short-term rental business is underway. Your accommodation is furnished and decorated, your listings are set up on the Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) and now you are waiting patiently… excitedly, for the first bookings to roll in. Each morning and afternoon you...
Social Media marketing strategy for short-term rentals business
The problem with social media marketing strategy guides for vacation rentals is that they are generic. They haven’t been made specifically for my business. Vacation rental businesses are unique, located in different destinations. They have multiple listings with...
Airbnb Guest Screening: How to vet guests before they book
Protecting your vacation rental from guest damage and maintaining good relations with your neighbours and the local community should be a top priority when accepting guest bookings. Most of the time we are so focused on getting a guest to choose our accommodation,...