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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.
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Release Roundup: July 2023
In case you missed it, here's a summary of all the exciting new features and updates we added to Hos...
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 p...
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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 ...
Airbnb and Short-Term Rental Laws in California
California’s short-term rental market is buzzing with opportunity. With the vacation rental industry...
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 a...
Video Marketing for Vacation Rentals | Expert Tips
Using video content to market your Airbnb vacation rental can pay big dividends, increasing the numb...
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 book...
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 incre...
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 bes...
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 ann...
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 cer...
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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...
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 ch...
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...
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 ...
Release Roundup: June 2023
In case you missed it, here's a summary of all the important new features and updates we added to Ho...
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 potent...
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 i...
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 soci...
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 ...
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 y...
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 pr...
How to Deal with Bad Airbnb Guests
Most Airbnb guests are respectful and a pleasure to host. However, even the most experienced Airbnb ...
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 a...
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