AI Smarts & Star Power: How Booking.com and Dubai Are Shaping Travel
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter Discover how Booking.com is leveraging multiple AI models to boost personalization and efficiency, while Dubai taps into celebrity power with Millie Bobby Brown to attract Gen Z travelers. This episode dives into the tech, trends, and tactics shaping the next wave of global tourism. https://youtu.be/iPY8K0zDdVY Listen on Spotify We delve into […]
Direct Booking Comeback & the Bold Moves in Vacation Rentals
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter Hotels are reclaiming direct bookings and short-term rental leaders are rethinking scale. From identity marketing to bold acquisitions like Casago’s purchase of Vacasa, the vacation rental industry is doubling down on guest experience, data strategy, and sustainable growth. https://youtu.be/zoz0PKZMMcQ Listen on Spotify We dive into two major trends reshaping the short-term […]
Monetisation and Sustainability in the Spotlight
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter STR operators are finding new ways to boost revenue beyond bookings—from upsells to automation—while sustainability efforts remain scattered. This unpacks key trends shaping the future of short-term rentals in a more competitive, climate-conscious market. https://youtu.be/zw5RW6AkUM8 Listen on Spotify We’re diving into two major forces shaping the future of short-term rentals—diversified revenue […]
AI, Visual Search & Travel’s Shaky Corporate Forecast
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter Corporate travel demand is flattening, while AI and visual search are revolutionizing how travelers discover and book stays. In this episode, we explore how STR pros can adapt, stay relevant, and thrive in a world where photos inspire more than words. https://youtu.be/9OddS_XWCdA Listen on Spotify We explore two critical forces shaping […]
Airbnb’s Loyalty Play & America’s Tourism Tensions
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter Airbnb revives HotelTonight with a new 10% credit offer, marking its first major loyalty push aimed at hybrid travelers. Meanwhile, U.S. tourism faces setbacks as international visits drop amid rising tariffs and geopolitical tension. STR pros must adapt fast to shifting guest behavior and global sentiment. https://youtu.be/AVwCxMDDXmE Listen on Spotify We […]
Battle of the Billboards & The Global Ripple of U.S. Tariffs
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter Vacation rental startup Savvy takes aim at Vrbo in a bold billboard campaign, while sweeping U.S. tariffs spark concern across the global travel industry. From brand wars to geopolitical ripples, this episode of STR Daily breaks down what these shifts mean for the future of short-term rentals.https://youtu.be/Jj674XLXLwk Listen on Spotify We […]
Travel in Turbulence: AI Innovation and Global Uncertainty Collide
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter Explore how AI is helping the industry stay resilient amid policy shifts and economic slowdowns. Despite a dip in the global Travel Health Index and new geopolitical headwinds, travelers are still booking. Discover what it means for STR operators navigating a world of changing traveler behavior.https://youtu.be/0OENaBbhP38 Listen on Spotify We spotlight […]
Tariffs, Tech, and Travel Trends: Vrbo’s AI Leap and Wall Street Woes
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter Vrbo rolls out AI-driven upgrades and tighter quality standards, while travel stocks tumble amid new Trump-era tariffs. As the industry shifts toward value and personalization, STR hosts must adapt quickly to stay competitive in an evolving and economically uncertain travel landscape. https://youtu.be/W-TOyZyD6S8 Listen on Spotify We spotlight how technology and geopolitics […]
Experience is Everything: TikTok’s Future, Travel Trends, and Gen Z’s Influence
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter TikTok’s future hangs in the balance, while Gen Z travelers are changing the rules of travel planning. In this episode, we explore how brands are adapting to platform shifts and why experience-first travel is now driving destination choice and reshaping short-term rental strategies. https://youtu.be/0SSYZUvtPM4 Listen on Spotify We dive into two […]
Tech, Tariffs & Travel: How Google and Trump Are Redefining the Industry
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter  Google is reshaping tour bookings with AI, giving local operators a visibility boost while sidelining OTAs. Meanwhile, Trump’s tariff plans are stirring uncertainty across the U.S. travel industry. In this episode of STR Daily, we unpack how both shifts are impacting STR hosts and travel marketers. https://youtu.be/34E82vj6kD0 Listen on Spotify We […]