Eurostat: Bookings via OTAs rise by 28.3 per cent in Q1 2024
Europe: During the first quarter of 2024, guests spent 123.7 million nights in short-term rental accommodation in the European Union, booked via Airbnb, Booking, Expedia Group or TripAdvisor, according to the EU’s statistical agency Eurostat.
Emma Villas adds to portfolio with Domus Rental purchase
Italy: Siena-based villa rental and tour operator, Emma Villas, has acquired 100 per cent of the share capital of Verona-based villa rental operator Domus Rental.
Ciela Village secures investment and buys Koawa Vacances
France: French camping group Ciela Village has secured investment and announced its acquisition of Koawa Vacances camping group to accelerate its expansion across the country.
Wheelhouse launches Dynamic Sets insights platform
US: Revenue management and financial intelligence software, Wheelhouse, has launched Dynamic Sets, a mapping and analytics platform designed to unlock revenue and growth opportunities for accommodations operators.
Guesty introduces automated messaging tool ReplyAI
US / Israel: Property management software platform Guesty has announced the launch of ReplyAI, an automated messaging service for seamless guest communications.
MYNE raises €40m in Series A funding round
Germany: Berlin-based vacation home co-ownership platform MYNE Homes has announced that it has completed a €40 million Series A funding round in equity and debt financing.