Frits van Paasschen joins board of directors at Sonder
US: Sonder has announced Frits van Paasschen, a seasoned global executive and former CEO and president of Starwood Hotels & Resorts, is joining its board of directors. In recent months, van Paasschen has served as an informal advisor to Sonder as it applied powerful technology and “revolutionary” design to launch a new category of alternative […]
Columbus adds criminal background check to host licensing scheme
US: The city of Columbus, Ohio is adding a criminal background check to its licensing scheme for possible hosts. While the city had previously required background checks, they allowed various platforms to conduct them in house. However, city officials said that these results would “vary considerably”. Now, after a Monday City Council meeting, hosts will […]
RECHARGE 2020 video highlights
Spain: Hospitality and real estate professionals gathered in Barcelona for the third edition of International Hospitality Media’s unique and collaborative RECHARGE event.
Dagda Partners signs partnership with Florida VRMA
US: Thought leaders in social impact investing, Dagda Partners, has signed a partnership with the Florida Vacation Rental Managers Association [Florida VRMA]. Through the partnership with the largest vacation rental association, Dagda aims to lead sustainability education and certification for the industry and take a global leap towards conserving natural resources around the world within […]
Airbnb starts Valentine’s contest to stay a night in Verona
Worldwide: For couples who seek a spark of classical romance this Valentine’s Day, Airbnb is offering a free night in Verona, Shakespeare’s city of love. The company will offer one lucky couple one-night free accommodation in Juliet’s house, complete with Michelin starred food and romantic photography. The contest asks that couples write a letter to […]
Airbnb partners with Bahamas National Trust for post-Dorian sabbatical
Bahamas: Airbnb has partnered with NGO Bahamas National Trust to announce their joint Bahamas Sabbatical, where five lucky volunteers will help to restore the country after being devastated by Hurricane Dorian. The venture is being called a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help preserve an archipelago” by Airbnb as restoration efforts continue following the hurricane between August 2019 […]
Short Term Rentalz · STRz podcast 27: Matt Roberts, Vacasa
Short Term Rentalz · STRz podcast 27: Matt Roberts, Vacasa