VRMA 2025: The STR community discusses innovation, advocacy & what’s ahead

VRMA 2025: Industry leaders discuss the biggest challenges, emerging trends, and opportunities shaping the short-term rental sector. With views from Tyann Marcink Hammond, founder of Branson Family Retreats and Missouri Haus; Karen Piscitelli, CEO of Explorabout; Amber Hurdle, CEO of Employer Brand Central; and Ashley Ching, CEO of Inhaven. Filmed at the VRMA International Conference […]
Mexico City residents protest overtourism and STR impact

Mexico: A growing number of Mexico City residents have taken to the streets to protest the negative effects of overtourism, particularly rising housing costs linked to the proliferation of short-term rentals. Protests have taken place in popular neighbourhoods such as Condesa and Roma, areas that have seen a significant influx of tourists and expatriates in […]
VRNation appoints Henriksen as executive director

US: Not-for-profit organisation VRNation, formerly known as NWVRP, has appointed Heidie Henriksen as its new executive director, marking a significant milestone in the organisation’s commitment to revolutionising the short-term rental industry.
Sirreti and VUMO join forces to grow subscription offering

UK: Sirreti, an international community for the luxury and ultra-luxury vacation rental industry, has formed a strategic partnership with web design agency VUMO to support the global growth of the luxury vacation rental market.