Product Updates Archives - Simple Vacation Rental Management Software

DAC7 directive explained for Airbnb hosts

by Ilya Semenkov | Jun 13, 2023 | Product Updates, Vacation Rental Industry | 0 comments

The EU Council Directive 2021/514, commonly referred to as DAC7, has caused ripples in the European short-term rental industry. Starting January 1, 2023 vacation rental businesses are required by platform operators – for example, OTAs like Airbnb or channel managers...

Airbnb 2023 Summer Release: no AI until 2024

by Ilya Semenkov | May 12, 2023 | Airbnb Host Tips, Product Updates, Vacation Rental Industry | 1 comment

Let’s see where Airbnb is heading to with its 2023 Summer Release. 50 new guest features and 25 host features are introduced into the platform, with Airbnb Rooms and Host Passport being the headliners. Inspiration for the Airbnb 2023 Summer Release Post-pandemic...

Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy (HVMB): Review for Hosts

by Hannah Ziolkowski | May 5, 2023 | Product Updates, Vacation Rental Industry, Vacation Rental Marketing | 0 comments

In times of a big boom of rental companies like Airbnb and more, more and more travellers feel the need for a personal and independent travel experience, no wonder the big players in the hotel industry are also getting interested in the vacation home rental business....

Finn.no Vacation Rentals: a Host’s Guide for Norwegian Travel Market

by Ilya Semenkov | Mar 28, 2023 | Product Updates, Vacation Rental Industry | 0 comments

Finn.no is a leading online marketplace in Norway, owned and operated by Schibsted since its establishment in the year 2000. Norwegians spend an average of 36 hours a year on Finn.no, making it a crucial platform for online purchases and sales. Furthermore, every...

Likibu: The Metasearch Engine for Short-Term Rentals

by Ilya Semenkov | Mar 10, 2023 | Product Updates, Vacation Rental Industry | 0 comments

Every short-term rental host looking to maximize bookings and expand their reach should look into the Likibu platform. Likibu is a great metasearch engine crafted to assist European travellers (primarily in France) discover holiday homes worldwide, making it an...

A Host’s Guide on Campaya Vacation Rentals Channel

by Ilya Semenkov | Feb 3, 2023 | Product Updates, Vacation Rental Industry | 0 comments

Campaya is the go-to vacation rental platform tailored for families and couples aged 30+ from Northern Europe. It provides an array of accommodations throughout the continent. Originally from Scandinavia, the company quickly expanded its operations to include multiple...