Expedia claims “better than expected” Q3, driven by Vrbo
US: Travel firm Expedia Group has announced its 2020 Q3 results, which it has claimed are better than expected, but still down over 50 per cent from 2019. Its short-term rentals arm Vrbo, however, has outperformed much of the market, as it saw growth in both total bookings and total revenue from 2019. CEO Peter […]
Portland rejects short-term rental ballot measure
US: The city of Portland, Maine has completed its ballot counting, revealing that it has rejected a ballot measure which would have increased restrictions on short-term rentals. It was the only one rejected by voters out of five possible changes to city regulations. 49,005 total people voted in the election, with over 52 per cent […]
Motorhome and camper van owners urged to prepare for 2021 staycations
UK: With more people than ever expected to holiday in the UK next year, an interiors firm is helping owners transform their caravans, motorhomes and camper vans. Ghyll House Upholstery and Design is seeking to provide a full refurbishment service for owners looking to spruce up their tourers ahead of next spring and summer. The firm […]
AJL Atelier expands operations with Barcelona office and new hire
Barcelona: AJL Atelier, the boutique advisory firm for the global private accommodation and short-term rental industry, has announced that it has opened a second European office in Barcelona and welcomed experienced partnership manager Luis Kalaf to its team. Kalaf brings several years of B2B sales experience gained in the short-term rental industry, having previously worked for […]
GuestReady reaches €1.5m crowdfunding goal in 24 hours
Worldwide: Short-term rental management company GuestReady has announced its recent crowdfunding campaign on leading European platform Seedrs has reached 100 per cent of its target in the first 24 hours since its launch, with more than 250 investors from 25 countries contributing to the goal of €1.5 million. Existing investors Impulse VC and Senn & […]