How Regan attracts Insurance Stays and has grown her niche
Follow our guest Instagram In this podcast, Liam introduces Reagan Sonnabend, an expert in insurance bookings for short-term rentals. Reagan, founder of Corporate Rentals Austin transitioning to Corporate Rentals USA, discusses the benefits of targeting insurance bookings for longer-term rentals. She emphasizes the advantages of midterm arrangements, offering better cash flow without the day-to-day challenges […]
Compliance and Regulations for STR Hosts
Follow our guest Link In this Boostly podcast, Liam Carolan interviews Catherine Ratcliffe of STR Benefits Consulting about crucial insights for short-term rental hosts, especially regarding regulations like human trafficking. Catherine’s consultancy caters to a diverse clientele, providing solutions for issues such as dependent verification and non-discrimination testing. Emphasizing continuous education and community support within […]
Wifi For Guests: Elevating Guest Satisfaction in the Digital Age
Follow our guest Linkedin Instagram In this podcast, Liam and special guest Philip Picard, CEO of Speedy Wi-Fi, discuss the growing importance of reliable Wi-Fi for short-term rental hosts. Philip shares his inspiration for creating Speedy Wi-Fi, driven by the challenges of remote work travel and the need for predictable connectivity. The platform offers a […]
Getting Your Foot In The Door With Direct Bookings
Follow our guest Linkedin Facebook Link In this podcast episode, Liam Carolan discusses direct bookings for hosts, featuring Adrian, co-founder of Booking Mood, a vacation rental booking software in the Netherlands. Booking Mood offers a simple availability calendar and a comprehensive booking system for direct bookings and payments. Adrian shares the history of Booking Mood, […]
Hospitable: Can I Use A PMS For Direct Bookings?
Follow our guest Twitter Facebook Instagram In this podcast, Liam introduces Andrew Shaw from Hospitable, a unique software beyond a PMS, focusing on messaging and automation for smaller-scale hosts. Andrew discusses Hospitable’s mission, user-friendliness, and affordability, emphasizing its channel management across platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com. They explore Hospitable’s unique features, including automated messaging and […]
Niching Down: How Your Vibe Attracts Your Tribe
Follow our guest Linkedin In this podcast, Liam interviews Andy Easton, the successful short-term rental host of Beach Retreats in Cornwall, UK. They discuss the importance of niching down, managing 250 beachside properties, and the joy of adding unique places to their portfolio. The conversation emphasizes the value of direct bookings and the challenges in […]
The Beginner’s Guide To Starting a Successful Glamping Business
Follow our guest In this Boostly Spotlight podcast, Liam Carolan discusses glamping with Nick Purslow from Glampitect. The episode emphasizes Glampitect’s role in aiding individuals to start a glamping business, addressing planning permission challenges in the UK. Purslow highlights the lucrative nature of glamping and provides practical advice, stressing the importance of checking local regulations […]
Is This The Future of Airbnb?
Follow our guest In this podcast, Mark discusses insights from a recent interview with Airbnb co-founder Brian Chesky. Chesky hinted at a shift from focusing on spaces to building a global travel community, emphasizing robust user profiles for trust. Mark speculates Airbnb may become a matchmaking platform, tailoring experiences through data and AI. He anticipates […]
Boostly Update & Upcoming Changes
Follow our guest In this podcast, Mark shares a special update on Boostly’s seven-year journey, highlighting its growth to 52 staff members and generating 15 million in direct bookings in the last 14-15 months. The focus is on adapting to the changing landscape of diary bookings and gaining attention from major OTAs. Mark acknowledges communication […]
The Big Bash: The STR Party You Really Don’t Want To Miss
Follow our guest In this podcast, Mark unveils the exclusive Big Bash event on November 14, 2023, in York, UK, with only 100 tickets left. He thanks sponsors like Iconic Training and Price Labs for making it happen. The unique event features no talks, just networking and fun. Highlights include a special greeter’s guild by […]