The short term rental blog
Booking.com fees: what are they and how are they calculated?
Understanding Booking.com fees Booking.com fees for hosts are amongst the most complicated to understand. Considering that every rental website has a different fee structure, understanding how pricing works on each one can be a bit of a headache for any vacation...
Request Booking Guide for Hosts: Pros, Cons, and Best Practices
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, mastering the booking methods is key to unlocking the full potential of your vacation rental business. Want to learn more? Scroll down and read our guide on what request booking is and how to use it. What is request...
Booking.com payment options: Hybrid Payments case study
With over 1.5 million room nights booked every day at Booking.com, hosts need to familiarise themselves with Booking.com payment options and determine the best fit for their needs. In this article, we will do an overview of Booking.com's payment options from the...
Best Airbnb locations 2023: top 60 cities in Spain, France and Italy
VRBOInvesting in vacation rentals has become a popular trend in Europe, especially in coveted tourist destinations like Spain, France, and Italy. In this article, we'll analyze the best Airbnb and VRBO locations in Europe and share the latest numbers from AirDNA. This...
Airbnb business name: 4 ways of naming that boost direct bookings
I’m not a hotel, should I give my Airbnb a name? Hotels share listings on online travel agencies (OTAs) just like everyone else. You, as a host or property manager, can compete with hotels. If you have multiple listings and multiple properties, you can have as good of...
Excellent Airbnb decoration ideas for living rooms and bedrooms
Are you a property manager or host who just purchased a(nother) rental property and you are looking for decoration ideas? Or you just want to refresh your old rental home to create a more fresh and consistent design? You are in the right place, we have collected what...
Paris Olympics 2024: a host’s guide for accommodation in peak season
The Olympic Games are a global sporting event that does not need any introduction, it is well-known worldwide. When it comes to hosting, one of the crucial aspects of it is to ensure that there is enough accommodation available for the athletes, their staff,...
How does Airbnb handle security deposit for hosts?
Security deposit is a rare way how Airbnb secures protection for hosts when damage occurs during a guest’s stay. A more general protection Airbnb provides for all hosts is host damage protection as part of Aircover. As an Airbnb host, securing your property and...
9 Excellent towels for Airbnb: cheap and simple solution
Are towels really that important? They might seem a minor issue compared to other things you face daily as a host, but these are just as crucial to the success of your vacation rental business. So it is important to find the best option both for the guests and the...
Plum Guide for Hosts: a sneak peek into luxury rentals
Are you looking for a carefully curated platform to list your luxury properties? Then look no further than Plum Guide! They ensure a reliable and enjoyable booking experience for customers while property managers can rest easy knowing that they will be hosting...
Airbnb host checklist: set up listings the right way
Having a plan for setting up your Airbnb account is essential to get the most out of your listings. But what if you’ve missed or overlooked some features that can bring value? In this article, we want to share some checklists and season them with some industry experts...
DAC7 directive explained for Airbnb hosts
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...