Airbnb’s Co-Host Marketplace Expands to Japan The Airbnb Co-Host Marketplace Japan has officially announced, aiming to match local co-hosts with property owners for streamlined hosting support. . This platform matches property owners with local co-hosts who manage bookings, cleanings, and guest communication. Airbnb plans to expand it across Asia, where many hosts struggle with hands-on […]

Early data highlights an international travel drop for short-term rentals, as fewer Canadians and Europeans are visiting the U.S., and fewer Americans are heading to Europe. Political uncertainty over border rules, visa processes, and diplomatic tensions is fueling the decline. For short-term rental (STR) hosts in the U.S., U.K., and Australia, these trends can’t be

On April 4, 2025, Joe Gebbia stepped down as chairman of Airbnb.org. As one of Airbnb’s original co-founders, Gebbia played a key role in shaping how Airbnb handled emergency housing through its nonprofit branch. His departure marks a shift in focus, both for Airbnb.org and for short-term rental operators watching broader developments at Airbnb. What

AI for Short Term Rentals: What Airbnb’s Viral White Lotus Moment Can Teach You What do you get when a hit HBO series meets an unforgettable Airbnb listing? For one luxury villa in Koh Samui, Thailand—it meant becoming a global sensation almost overnight. Thanks to prime screen-time in the award-winning show The White Lotus, the

After months of speculation, the short term rentals giant Vacasa has officially backed a revised acquisition offer from Casago, signaling a major shift in the vacation rental landscape. For homeowners, property managers, and industry operators, this raises a big question: What does this mean for your business—and how can you stay competitive in an industry

Navigating New STR Regulations and Tech Trends: What Lisbon’s Ban, Mabrian’s Tool, and Airbnb’s Experience Reboot Mean for You Short-term rental hosts and property managers across the globe are feeling the pressure. New government restrictions, shifts in guest expectations, and waves of fast-moving tech are changing the game almost overnight. If you’ve been keeping tabs

Vrbo’s Billboard Trolls Airbnb—But What Does It Mean for Short-Term Rental Hosts? A Bold Move in a Competitive Landscape Vrbo’s latest marketing stunt is turning heads in the short-term rental (STR) industry. The company placed billboards in major cities like New York and San Francisco, taking a direct jab at Airbnb. Most notably, one billboard