STRz Podcast 61: Jayne McCaw, Jayne’s Luxury Rentals
Short Term Rentalz · STRz Podcast: Episode 61 Jayne McCaw In episode 61 of the Short-Term Rentalz Podcast, we spoke with Jayne McCaw, founder of Jayne’s Luxury Rentals to discuss her approach to embedding luxury in the short-term rental space. Jayne discusses how to navigate hyper-personalisation in the luxury STR space and her approach to […]
Rental Escapes takes on 600 luxury villas in the US
Canada/US: Rental Escapes, the luxury villa business, announced its purchase of 600 villas across the United States, marking the largest expansion in the company’s history.
Expedia reports drop in US travel demand in Q1
The company cited weaker consumer sentiment and reduced inbound travel as key challenges.
British Columbia enforces short-term rental registry for May
British Columbia is enforcing a provincial rental registry for short-term rental hosts, set to come into effect on 1 May 2025. Hosts who do not comply are at risk of potential penalties or booking removals.
Four Seasons unveils luxury resort and residence plans in UAE
UAE / Worldwide: Luxury hospitality and branded residential company, Four Seasons, and Ras Al Khaimah-based real estate developer, RAK Properties, have unveiled plans for a new beach resort and private residences as part of a new flagship 400 hectare master-planned waterfront destination – Mina.
Montreal tightens STR legislation for non-summer months
Canada: The city of Montreal is tightening its short-term rental regulatory policies by announcing a partial ban on the sector during non-summer months [October – May].
Hopper targets IPO and $10bn valuation
Canada: Gen Z- and millennial-friendly online travel agency [OTA], Hopper, is said to be targeting going public via an initial public offering [IPO] and achieving a valuation of up to $10 billion, according to a Bloomberg report.
Hostaway announces $365m strategic growth investment
Finland: All-in-one vacation rental software and management system, Hostaway, has announced that it has secured a $365 million strategic growth investment.
Airbnb unveils trending destinations for 2025
Worldwide: Airbnb has unveiled its 25 trending destinations for guests to visit in 2025.
Airbnb festive ‘Santastrophe’ advert mocks hotels
Worldwide: Airbnb has released its first-ever specialised advert for the festive season, in which it shows a frantic Santa Claus experience a ‘Santastrophe’ navigating a hotel to deliver presents, in comparison with a much smoother experience at a short-term rental Airbnb listing.