STRz Summit 2023 key takeaways
UK: Short-term / vacation rental industry leaders, ranging from CEOs and founders to investors, property managers and OTAs, gathered in London [18 October] to address the key topics and questions facing the segment and how it is positioned in the wider travel, hospitality and real estate landscape.
Expedia Group announces rental partnership with Air Miles
Canada: Air Miles, a group of loyalty programmes available in Canada, the Netherlands and the Middle East, has announced a partnership for vacation rentals and hotels with Expedia Group.
TrustedStays and Katanox partner to open up supply for corporates
Netherlands / UK: Amsterdam-based travel accommodation distribution and fintech platform, Katanox, has partnered with TrustedStays, an industry booking platform for professional short-term rentals.
Wander secures investment for Australia expansion
Australia: Luxury off-grid pod accommodation startup Wander has secured an investment from former Airbnb country manager Sam McDonagh in order to expand its presence in regional and rural Australia.