How to Build a Marketing Funnel That Drives Direct Bookings (No More Relying on OTAs)
Link Instagram Linkedin Our guest, Dustin Baker, founder of Hidden Gem Media, shares how hosts can use marketing funnels to build trust, capture attention, and increase direct bookings. He explains how top-performing content, email sequences, and a CRM like Go High Level help hosts nurture guests from social media to checkout. He discusses common mistakes […]
Airbnb Tightens Policy, Expedia Bets Big on AI and B2B Growth
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter Airbnb’s new Off-Platform Policy takes effect May 10, tightening rules around fees, messaging, and guest data. Meanwhile, Expedia unveils AI-powered itinerary tools driven by Instagram Reels. Learn how both shifts impact STR pros and what to do to stay compliant and competitive. https://youtu.be/KcvAeal4lIk Listen on Spotify We unpack two significant developments […]
AI, Ads & Experiences: How Google and Tripadvisor Are Shaping the Future of Travel
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter AI-powered search is changing how travellers discover and book trips, with Google embedding ads in conversational tools and Tripadvisor evolving into an AI-first travel assistant. In this episode, we explore how these shifts impact short-term rental operators and how to stay competitive. https://youtu.be/w-zuC_CTUU4 Listen on Spotify We explore how the AI […]
Price Transparency & AI in Hospitality: The Shift Hosts and Hotels Can’t Ignore
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter Airbnb rolls out global total price display, changing how hosts present pricing. Meanwhile, hotels explore AI to enhance guest experiences—but messy data and low adoption slow progress. This episode breaks down what these shifts mean for STR operators and how to stay ahead. https://youtu.be/fl5jJnt0Z4k Listen on Spotify Airbnb’s Global Pricing Shift: […]
India’s Travel Boom & the AI Concierge Transforming Hospitality
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter Discover how AI concierges like Guest OS are transforming hospitality and why India and Southeast Asia are leading a travel revolution. This episode dives into digital innovation, personalised guest experiences, and what it means for short-term rental hosts worldwide. https://youtu.be/C456pjwYkV4 Listen on Spotify We explored two major developments reshaping hospitality: the […]
Asia’s Travel Tech Boom & Hotels’ AI Awakening
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter We explore Southeast Asia’s growing travel tech sector and the rise of AI in hotels. Learn how these shifts are revolutionizing the travel industry and what it means for short-term rental operators to stay competitive in this tech-driven landscape. https://youtu.be/A9RJ2cnULuc Listen on Spotify We explore two pivotal shifts happening in the […]
Is This the Easiest PMS for STR Hosts? Let’s Find Out!
Link Instagram Facebook Linkedin Our guest, Harro from The Hive at 52 shares how Free to Book has helped him streamline operations at his award-winning B&B. With over 20 years in hospitality, Harro dives into the features he loves, including dynamic pricing with Room Price Genie and the Bloom booking engine. He explains why he […]
Airbnb’s Next Chapter & The Rise of Experience-Driven Incentive Travel
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter We explore Airbnb’s Q1 2025 financial results and its strategy to adapt, along with the rise of experience-driven incentive travel. Learn how these trends are reshaping the travel industry and what it means for short-term rental operators to stay competitive. https://youtu.be/AkWvUsXYEdE Listen on Spotify We explore the exciting developments shaping the […]
Philippines Launches Digital Nomad Visa and HomeToGo’s AI Innovations
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter We explore the Philippines’ new Digital Nomad Visa, set to attract remote workers, and HomeToGo’s groundbreaking AI innovations in vacation rental search. Learn how these developments are reshaping the travel industry and creating new opportunities for short-term rental operators. https://youtu.be/Lwj4otJWWiQ Listen on Spotify We dive into two groundbreaking developments in the […]
Booking Holdings’ Stable Growth and the Evolving Loyalty Landscape
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter We explore Booking Holdings’ stable growth despite global challenges and dive into the evolving landscape of travel loyalty programs. Learn how AI and personalized benefits are reshaping the industry and what it means for short-term rental businesses. https://youtu.be/8DugXKdPSrg Listen on Spotify In today’s fast-moving travel and hospitality world, staying informed about […]