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Follow the Hostaway blog! Our blog covers all aspects to managing short term rentals. Covering vacation rental topics as diverse as cleaning, automation, investing, revenue management, insurance, industry trends, guest service, and much more! Our vacation rental blog is dedicated to the development of short term rental hosts and managers listing on Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, and more.
Payments by Booking.com | How Booking.com Payments Work for Vacation Rental Hosts
Previously, payments for hosts on Booking.com worked differently for vacation rental hosts than on platforms like Airbnb...
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Everything You Need to Know About Short-Term Rentals in Fort Lauderdale
Known as the ‘Venice of America,’ Fort Lauderdale draws both visitors and hosts eager to capitalize on its thriving shor...
Airbnb and Short-Term Rental Laws in California
California’s short-term rental market is buzzing with opportunity. With the vacation rental industry projected to grow a...
What is Airbnb Plus and How Does it Work for Hosts?
Airbnb Plus is a tier of Airbnb properties that have been verified by the company for both quality and comfort. It is a ...
Video Marketing for Vacation Rentals | Expert Tips
Using video content to market your Airbnb vacation rental can pay big dividends, increasing the number of people you rea...
Got2Go, The Latest Feeless OTA Platform | How It Works For Vacation Rental Hosts
Got2Go is a startup Online Travel Agency (OTA) that combines vacation rental booking with event booking across U.S. dest...
How to Use Short Term Rental Data to Grow Your Airbnb Business
There is a variety of short term rental data that can be used to make data-driven decisions to increase booking frequenc...
Here’s How to Stay Safe from Online Scams
Learn how to spot and avoid falling prey to online scammers with these simple steps and industry best practices.
How to Fill Gap Days in your Airbnb Booking Calendar | Increasing STR Occupancy
Gap days, also known as orphan days, are vacant days in between bookings. A few gap days in your annual booking calendar...
How to Write Airbnb Titles That Will Attract Guests and Get You More Bookings
When you scroll through listings on Airbnb you’ll likely notice the different elements that make certain properties stan...
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Airbnb House Rules - Actionable Tips & Examples
Renting on Airbnb can be rewarding, but without clear rules, things can go awry. This blog will help you set simple, eff...
Maximizing Your Vacation Rental Income | Tips for Successful Property Management
As more travelers seek out unique places to stay, vacation rentals are quickly becoming the go-to choice offering that c...
Catering to Remote Workers on Airbnb | Must-Have Amenities for a Productive Stay
In today's evolving work landscape, remote work has become a popular option for many employees. Due to the flexibility ...
How to Write Effective Airbnb House Rules: A Step-by-Step Guide
Airbnb has revolutionized the travel industry, making it easier than ever for people to find unique and affordable accom...
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Release Roundup: June 2023
In case you missed it, here's a summary of all the important new features and updates we added to Hostaway from the past...
Using Pay-Per-Click Marketing for Your Airbnb Vacation Rental
It’s vital to employ different marketing tactics for your vacation rental in order to attract potential guests and drive...
Smart Solutions for an Eco-Friendly Rental Property | How Technology Can Help
The 2023 short-term rental trend forecast by Forbes predicts an increasing focus on sustainability in the industry due t...
Unlocking the Benefits of Influencer Marketing for Vacation Rental Owners | Tips and Best Practices
In today's digital age, how people plan and book vacations has changed drastically. The rise of social media and influen...
9 Ways You Can Make Your Airbnb Vacation Rental Eco-friendly
Going green is not just the right thing to do. It offers businesses — vacation rentals included — a range of benefits fr...
How to Respond to Negative Reviews on Airbnb
Have you ever received a negative review on Airbnb? It's never easy to read criticism of something you've put a lot of t...
How to Prevent Smoking in Your Airbnb Rental: Everything You Need to Know About Airbnb’s Smoking Fee
Maintaining and keeping your short-term rental clean for arriving and future guests is one of the primary responsibiliti...
How to Deal with Bad Airbnb Guests
Most Airbnb guests are respectful and a pleasure to host. However, even the most experienced Airbnb property managers wi...
The Best Places to Invest in Cabin Vacation Rentals in 2023
Unlike hotels, cabin rentals provide peace and quiet, and are located in a beautiful landscape far away from the hustle ...
Everything to Know about Hosting Airbnb Guests with Disabilities
It is generally agreed that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 applies to vacation rental platforms like ...
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