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 reboundâand what this means for hosts. https://youtu.be/Y4I66L6dAOY Listen on Spotify We unpack the May 2025 Skift Travel Health Index […]
Airbnbâs Strict Policy Sunset + How Europeâs 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 tripsâwith personal recommendations and AI search now shaping decisions. Hosts, itâs time to adapt. https://youtu.be/a0aCKpL0MSM Listen on Spotify Weâre unpacking major changes to Airbnbâs cancellation policies and diving into fresh research on […]
A Unified Gulf & Resilient Travel: Whatâs Next for the Industry
The GCCâs 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: itâs time to think regionalâand 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 […]
This OTA Alternative Is Saving Guests Thousands â Meet Savvy.com
Link Linkedin Facebook Instagram Youtube X-twitter Joining us is Eric Goldreyer, founder of BedandBreakfast.com, TurnKey, and now CEO of Savvy. With 30+ years in hospitality, Eric shares the journey behind Savvy, why heâs saying no to service fees, and how this platform helps professional hosts scale without handing over control to big-name OTAs. We cover […]
Beyond SEO and Beach Resorts: Travel’s Next Big Shifts
Airbnb tests a âReserve Now, Pay Laterâ feature, letting guests book without upfront paymentâaiming for more flexibility and conversions. Meanwhile, startup StaySaavy uses AI to auto-rebook hotels at lower prices post-booking, tackling one of travelâs most persistent pain points. https://youtu.be/_rWz1WFcl4k Listen on Spotify We unpack two transformative trends: the collapse of traditional SEO in favour […]
Booking Smarter: How Airbnb and StaySaavy Are Rewriting the Rules
Airbnb tests a âReserve Now, Pay Laterâ feature, letting guests book without upfront paymentâaiming for more flexibility and conversions. Meanwhile, startup StaySaavy uses AI to auto-rebook hotels at lower prices post-booking, tackling one of travelâs most persistent pain points. https://youtu.be/v-z-arPHpPo Listen on Spotify We dive into two tech-driven trends shaping guest expectations and industry innovation: […]
Tourism Under Pressure: Managing Crowds and Fighting STR Regulations
Overtourism is pushing destinations like Rome and Paris to rethink crowd control, while STR operators worldwide are pushing back against rising restrictions. From legal wins in Portugal to grassroots action in Missouri, discover how hosts are shaping the future of regulation and tourism. https://youtu.be/-QNsAm93Nsg Listen on Spotify Weâre diving into two critical conversations: how destinations […]
Indiaâs Travel Boom: The Next Global Tourism Powerhouse
Indiaâs leisure travel market is booming, set to hit $15 trillion globally by 2040. Driven by Gen Z, multigenerational trips, and âbleisure,â this shift fuels massive growth in alternative stays, concert tourism, and international air routes. India is fast becoming a powerhouse in global tourism. https://youtu.be/4T2zJ_C-lEI Listen on Spotify Weâre diving into a huge story […]
Loyalty Wars and Tech Gaps: Airlines Chase Miles, Hotels Chase Accessibility
JetBlue and Etihad launch extreme loyalty challenges, offering lifetime status and millions of milesâbut critics question the sustainability. Meanwhile, the hospitality tech world faces an accessibility wake-up call as experts urge better design for neurodivergent users and frontline staff. https://youtu.be/AzQeoWYeXJY Listen on Spotify We break down two headline-grabbing trends: the rise of extreme airline loyalty […]
From Airbnb Dependent to Fully Booked Direct – The Power of Direct Bookings!
Link Link Linkedin Facebook Instagram Youtube Joining us is Jenn Boylesâvacation rental pro, marketer, and founder of Direct Booking Success and Book Direct Pro. Jenn shares her incredible journey from growing up in luxury hotels to becoming a short-term rental host and helping others achieve booking independence. We dive into the realities of relying on […]