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Victoria’s Short Stay Levy: What Airbnb Hosts Need to Know and Do

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australia is home to about 10.9 million properties and over the past y...

Crisis Management in Short-Term Rentals

Hosting short-term rentals is usually smooth sailing, but when something unexpected happens, it can throw everything off...

Airbnb and Short-Term Rental Laws in Alabama

In 2023, Alabama’s tourism industry reached a milestone, generating $24 billion from 31.4 million visitors, with Gulf Sh...

New Short-Term Rental Rules and Regulations in Nova Scotia

According to a provincial housing needs assessment by the government of Nova Scotia there will be a shortage of 41,200 h...

What is a Booking Window? How to Optimize Booking Lead Time

In this article we dive into what a booking window is, how it impacts revenue and how you can master your vacation renta...

Data Shows Short-Term Rental Bookings Are Growing in Europe

Short-term rental bookings in the EU are growing according to the latest Eurostat data, as more travelers turn to online...

5 Ways to Increase Your Rental Income with Hostaway Dynamic Pricing

Maximizing your rental income hinges on setting the right price. The right price however changes when the season changes...

What’s the Impact of STRs on Canada’s Housing Supply?

Regulators have Short-Term Rentals in their crosshairs. But a recent report by Statistics Canada showed STRs are only a ...

6 Airbnb Scams Targeting Hosts & How to Avoid Them

Airbnb scams are a very real thing. Imagine you're working on your computer, browsing emails perhaps, when suddenly, the...

How ChatGPT Will Impact Short-Term Rentals for Hosts

Dive into how GenAI and ChatGPT is set to change the game for short-term rental hosts, becoming an essential tool for th...

Airbnb Property Management: Everything You Need to Know

In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the nitty gritty of Airbnb property management, from the tasks and tools invo...

How to Become an Airbnb Property Manager

The short-term rental market keeps growing, creating fantastic opportunities for those looking to get into vacation rent...

How Dynamic Pricing Works for Short-Term Rentals

Dynamic pricing has revolutionized how short-term rental owners and managers set their rates. This blog takes a brief lo...

Dynamic Pricing for Vacation Rentals: Everything You Need to Know

Dynamic pricing for short-term rentals is about finding the right balance between too high and too low rates. Factors li...

Vacation Rental Direct Booking Websites: A Full Breakdown

Are you tired of Airbnb's one-size-fits-all listings? Take control of your vacation rental with direct booking websites....

Benefits of Partnering with a Preferred Channel Partner

In the ever-evolving world of vacation rentals, success hinges on maximizing visibility and bookings across multiple cha...

How to Increase Airbnb Bookings During the Summer

Summer is the perfect time to attract guests seeking relaxation and adventure. As a vacation rental host, this is your o...

Top 10 Airbnb Markets in the UK in 2024

As an Airbnb host in the United Kingdom, you're always on the lookout for the best locations to maximize your rental inc...

What is Glamping? Plus Tips to Get Started

Glamping is an upgraded camping experience, offering adventurers the chance to soak in the wonders of nature without for...

Starting an Airbnb Business in France

Dreaming of becoming an Airbnb host in France? With its rich culture, stunning landscapes and vibrant cities, France is ...

The Key to Increasing Revenue Through Upselling

Enhancing the guest experience in the hospitality industry is more than just providing a place to stay — it's about exce...

The Impact of AI on the Short-Term Rental Industry

The rise of artificial intelligence is ushering in a new era of efficiency and competitiveness in many sectors, and the ...

Best Short-Term Rental AI tools in the Hostaway Marketplace

Is managing your short-term rentals feeling like an endless game of whack-a-mole? New tasks seem to multiply faster than...

Insights to Success: 9 Ways Property Managers Are Using Hostaway

In this article, we take a look at the biggest takeaways from our three video case studies so you can learn how some of ...

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