How Jurny is bringing AI to Hospitality
Welcome to our latest blog post! We’ve recently had the pleasure of interviewing Luca Zambello, the dynamic CEO of Jurny, a trailblazer in the hospitality industry. We discussed how artificial intelligence is transforming the way Airbnb hosts operate and skyrocket their success. Dive into this insightful conversation to discover innovative ideas and strategies. You can […]
Hospitality Email Marketing: How To Get a 4200% ROI With The Right Strategies
Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 593. In this podcast, Mark discusses the importance of email marketing for short-term rental and hospitality businesses. He mentions that many people are not utilizing email marketing properly. He invites Ryan from Switchback, an email marketing agency specializing in the vacation rental industry, to share his expertise. Ryan highlights that […]
Maximising Profits by Filling Booking Gaps with Existing Customers
Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 592. In this podcast, Mark discusses how business and hospitality owners often focus on finding new customers and bookings. He asked Facebook groups what they would do if they had a gap in their calendar between bookings. The responses varied, with some suggesting going on a holiday or staying in […]
Your guide to furnishing a short term rental for maximum exposure
Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 591. In this Boostly podcast episode, the host Liam interviews Jeff Iloulian and Jen Sexton from HostGPO, a group purchasing organization that offers discounts on furniture, linens, mattresses, amenities, and other supplies for vacation rental companies. Jeff is the CEO and co-founder of HostGPO, while Jen co-manages the design program. […]
A hospitality success story: How this host, coach and author became successful
Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 590. In this podcast, Liam interviews Dave Cordner, a host from Belfast who manages 60 units for his business, Central Belfast Apartments. Dave began his short-term rental journey 15 years ago by helping his parents with their properties and discovered his passion for meeting guests. He purchased his first property […]
We won a shortyz!
Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 589. In this podcast episode, Mark celebrates Boostly’s success in winning the 2023 Shot Award for the best app and website solution in the hospitality industry. He was initially unsure of their chances, given the stiff competition, but credits the win to the community’s support behind the scenes. Mark feels […]
The Easiest Way to Connect with Corporate Clients
Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 588. In this episode of the Boostly podcast, co-host Liam Carlin interviews Vivian Yip, a short-term rental host from Austin, Texas. Vivian talks about her transition from short-term to mid-term rentals and how she is setting up a corporate rentals website with the help of Boostly as her tech support. […]
One Couple’s Journey Of Hosting Guests And Travelling The World
Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 587. In this Boostly podcast episode, the hosts welcome Elissa and Al Sedighravesh from Rather Be Properties, who share their experience of travelling while running their business. Alyssa had a background in five-star hospitality, while Al had experience in residential real estate and finance. The couple started flipping properties locally […]
Adding Location-Based Touches To Attract Guests
Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 586. In this episode of the Boostly podcast, host Liam Carlin interviews Joshua Kitlas, a short-term rental host from Glen Falls. Joshua talks about his journey into the short-term rental space, how he got started, and the lessons he learned along the way. Joshua grew up staying in short-term rentals […]
How to get more spontaneous stays – tips on Branding and SEO
Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 584. In this Boostly podcast episode, co-host Liam Carlan interviews Zach Busekrus, the founder and CEO of Sponstayneous. Zach is a marketer by trade and has helped colleges and universities market their programs and offerings. He and his wife decided to hit the road and live full-time on Airbnb after […]
Using Event Niches to Boost Your Hospitality Business
Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 585. In this Boostly Podcast episode, Liam Carolan interviews Helen Christopher, owner of Brookledge in upstate New York. The property offers cabins, glamping tents, and a lodge that can be rented individually or all together for events such as weddings, family vacations, and corporate events. The property attracts guests from […]
Network is your Networth
Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 583. In this Boostly podcast episode, Liam Carolan speaks with Buck Cumbo from Sea Mountain Vacations about how networking and building connections in the hospitality industry opens doors for business success. Buck shares how he started his vacation rental management business with the co-hosting model, which helped him refine the […]