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 […]
Melting Glaciers & Rising Superapps: The Future of Tourism in Iceland and India
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter Iceland faces a tourism challenge as glaciers melt rapidly, while India’s travel sector surges ahead with the rise of digital superapps. In this episode, we explore how climate change and tech innovation are reshaping tourism—and what it means for short-term rental hosts worldwide. https://youtu.be/IJ_eY3LSfFs Listen on Spotify We explore two drastically […]
AI Takes Off in Travel, While Myanmar Faces Tourism Turmoil
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter Google’s latest AI travel tools are transforming how we plan trips, while a devastating earthquake in Myanmar disrupts tourism recovery across Southeast Asia. In this episode, we unpack how tech and crisis response are reshaping the short-term rental landscape in 2025. https://youtu.be/l6wfd9TpgzM Listen on Spotify In this episode of STR Daily, […]
India’s Travel Revival and the Global Booking Slowdown: What’s Next?
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter India’s tourism is booming thanks to strategic safety and infrastructure upgrades, while the West faces economic headwinds and declining bookings. This episode of STR Daily breaks down what it means for short-term rental hosts in both regions—and how to stay agile in a shifting global market. https://youtu.be/JGmXc9XxUY8 Listen on Spotify As […]
From Digital Nomads to Gaga Fans: The Travel Trends
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter Digital nomads, corporate retreats, and pop culture are reshaping travel in 2025. With demand shifting and concerts like Lady Gaga’s driving massive booking surges, STR pros must adapt fast. Flexibility, targeted offerings, and seamless experiences will define success in the evolving market. https://youtu.be/MOv3gqBS6Ns Listen on Spotify As the travel industry charges […]
AI Takes Over Travel Planning & India Powers Global Tourism Surge
Link Instagram Linkedin X-twitter AI is transforming global tourism—from smart destination tools in Jackson Hole and NYC to India’s rise as a luxury travel hub. With outbound travel booming and tech reshaping operations, STR hosts must adapt quickly to stay competitive in this fast-evolving landscape. https://youtu.be/mipzIIVovo8 Listen on Spotify The travel landscape is evolving at […]