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As STR industry copes with growing pains, home swapping enjoys a "Holiday"

By D.J. Catron | May 28, 2024

Platforms like HomeExchange and Kindred are enjoying big gains while short-term rentals endure frustrations with stricter regulations, supply gluts and more rules and fees. Read More

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Travel Tech hosts D.C. showcase, maintains ancillary fee ruling criticism

By Morgan Hines | May 23, 2024

Overlooking the U.S. Capitol, the Travel Technology Association held its first Policy & Innovation Showcase with Airbnb, Sabre, Booking Holdings and more. Read More

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Airbnb is removing 5,000 Experiences, canceling future reservations

By Mitra Sorrells | May 18, 2024

Less than one month after its launch of Icons, Airbnb sent an email to tour and experience operators around the world that their listings are being pulled from the platform. Read More

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Airbnb's Chesky says homes will be just one of “many categories” in its future “solar system”

By Mitra Sorrells | May 8, 2024

Along with details about longer term growth plans, Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky shared details of the company's Q1 growth, including a 60% increase year over year in app downloads in the United States. Read More

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Airbnb’s “Icons” launch prompts mixed reaction from industry voices

By Morgan Hines | May 6, 2024

Some industry leaders are in favor of Airbnb's new limited-access, unconventional experiences that tie into pop culture while others are feeling underwhelmed Read More

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Airbnb puts new spin on experiences with “Icons” launch

By Mitra Sorrells | May 1, 2024

Aligned with its strategy to move beyond its core short-term rental business, Airbnb is launching new experiences created in partnership with "the world's greatest icons." Read More

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AI-powered trip planner Mindtrip officially launches

By Morgan Hines | May 1, 2024

Mindtrip, which had been available in beta, made its official consumer debut Wednesday. Read More

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Maturing STR sector challenged to balance host security and guest privacy

By D.J. Catron | April 24, 2024

Airbnb’s new policy banning indoor security cameras takes effect April 30, underscoring just how critical the sector’s concern for balancing security and privacy has become. Read More

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AI dominates travel industry investment

By Linda Fox | April 22, 2024

Lufthansa Innovation Hub's research arm finds that AI and machine learning represented 65% of investment by the travel industry in recent years. Read More

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Airbnb calls for STR policies for renters

By D.J. Catron | April 16, 2024

Airbnb announced plans to work with local governments in support of short-term rental rules that will allow renters to earn extra income by sharing their home. Read More

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A visual history of digital travel brands’ revenues since 1995

By Mitra Sorrells | April 9, 2024

Watch a visual progression of the quarterly revenues for publicly-traded digital travel companies dating back to 1995. Read More

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Online travel giants set new record for marketing spend in ‘23

By Mitra Sorrells | March 13, 2024

Expedia Group, Booking Holdings, Airbnb and Trip.com Group collectively spent $16.8 billion on sales and marketing in 2023 as they compete with one another and with suppliers enticing travelers to book... Read More

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Airbnb's Stephenson on expansion beyond the core and AI

By PhocusWire | March 12, 2024

Airbnb announced CFO Dave Stephenson would be taking up the newly created role of chief business officer to oversee its growth plans. Read More

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Airbnb banning indoor security cameras in all listings

By D.J. Catron | March 11, 2024

Airbnb had allowed security cameras in common areas, such as halls and living rooms, if they were disclosed on the listing page, clearly visible and were not in spaces like sleeping areas and bathrooms. Read More

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Why the Olympics, Taylor Swift mean more to STRs than just a revenue boost

By D.J. Catron | March 7, 2024

As short-term rentals grapple with new regulations, major events and tourist preferences may help solidify their place in the travel industry. Read More

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