Fries With That? How to Master Upsells & Boost Your Short-Term Rental Profits
Link Linkedin In this special Boostly webinar, Mark Simpson is joined by Michael and Ryan from Conduit — the AI-powered guest communication platform formerly known as HostAI. They share how Conduit helps short-term rental managers save time by automating up to 80% of guest communication through AI messaging, omnichannel inboxes, and new voice AI features. […]
Overtourism, Blame Games, and the Big Picture — What 2025 Tells Us About Travel’s Future
Airbnb and hotel giants are clashing over who’s to blame for overtourism in Europe, while Skift’s latest report reveals a travel industry booming amid mounting pressure to innovate, meet guest demands, and adapt to shifting global trends. The future? Competitive—and fast evolving. https://youtu.be/IZ906hh9fFY Listen on Spotify We’re diving into two hot-button topics shaping the global […]
From Dreamboards to Destinations: Japan’s Record Surge & Pink Notebook’s Visual Travel Planning
Japan’s tourism is booming with record visitor numbers and soaring spend—but so are concerns over overtourism and regulation. Meanwhile, startup Pink Notebook is reimagining social trip planning with a visual-first, collaborative platform moving travellers from inspiration to booking. https://youtu.be/-1g6KLRCPTw Listen on Spotify We explore Japan’s record-breaking tourism surge and a startup shaking up how travellers […]
Unlocking Travel’s AI Future: Why Data & Payments Hold the Key
The future of travel is here—from digital identity wallets promising hyper-personalised experiences to why outdated payment systems are blocking AI innovation in hospitality. Today’s episode dives into what’s next for travel tech and how STR operators can stay ahead. https://youtu.be/l5qoDDqBRz8 Listen on Spotify We unpack two key shifts shaping the future of travel: digital identity […]
Puerto Rico’s Bad Bunny Boom + Europe’s AI Adoption Gap
Puerto Rico’s tourism surges as Bad Bunny’s residency drives record demand across the island, while European hotels hesitate on AI despite recognising its value. In today’s episode, we explore how cultural events and tech adoption are reshaping travel’s future. https://youtu.be/6LhnOc0pGP0 Listen on Spotify We’re exploring two key trends shaking up the global travel landscape: the […]
Fries With That? How to Master Upsells & Boost Your Short-Term Rental Profits
Link Link Link How can you make guest upsells a meaningful part of your short-term rental business? In this special panel episode, Mark Simpson is joined by Laura Muse from Muse Escapes, Mike O’Connell from Happy Guest, and Siddhi Mittal from YHangry to share practical strategies for making upsells work in the real world of […]
Airbnb Overhauls Cancellation Rules, While AI and Social Media Collide in Travel
Airbnb is phasing out its “Strict” cancellation policy—are you ready? In this episode, we break down what hosts need to do before October 1st. Plus, how AI and social media are merging to shape the future of travel discovery. A must-listen for forward-thinking STR pros. https://youtu.be/uKVsKpkALPY Listen on Spotify We’re breaking down Airbnb’s sweeping cancellation […]
Vacation Rentals Boom While Hotels Stumble: What the Latest Travel Health Index Reveals
Vacation rentals are booming while hotels falter, according to the May 2025 Skift Travel Health Index. With STRs up 12% year-over-year and Brazil seeing 105% booking growth, we explore why short-term rentals are leading the travel rebound—and what this means for hosts. https://youtu.be/Y4I66L6dAOY Listen on Spotify We unpack the May 2025 Skift Travel Health Index […]
Airbnb’s Strict Policy Sunset + How Europe’s Travellers Are Planning Trips in 2025
Airbnb is phasing out its Strict cancellation policy and rolling out new guest-friendly features. Meanwhile, Phocuswright reveals how European travellers are planning 2025 trips—with personal recommendations and AI search now shaping decisions. Hosts, it’s time to adapt. https://youtu.be/a0aCKpL0MSM Listen on Spotify We’re unpacking major changes to Airbnb’s cancellation policies and diving into fresh research on […]
A Unified Gulf & Resilient Travel: What’s Next for the Industry
The GCC’s unified tourist visa is nearly here, promising seamless travel across six countries. Plus, Accenture shares a 4-step resilience strategy for travel brands navigating economic shifts. STR pros: it’s time to think regional—and get smart with your ops. https://youtu.be/bTEB1XE_lT8 Listen on Spotify We spotlight two developments shaping global travel: the arrival of a unified […]