Data-led planning could prevent overtourism, research finds
Worldwide: A new report from hospitality consultancy Horwath HTL and short-term rental analytics platform AllTheRooms has found that better use of accommodation data could help destinations prevent over-tourism.
HomeToGo unveils overnight stay at Union Berlin
HomeToGo has unveiled a temporary overnight stay experience at 1. FC Union Berlin’s Stadium
CamperDays adds new destinations and GBP booking for 2025
Germany: Campervan tour operator CamperDays has announced a series of expansion initiatives for 2025, including entry into the Swiss market, a new partnership with UK-based EasiCampers, and the introduction of GBP pricing options. The moves come as the company continues its push to increase global reach and streamline its booking experience for UK and international […]
Holidu introduces Star Host programme
Germany: Holiday rental platform Holidu has introduced its ‘Star Host’ programme, designed to reward and promote top-performing hosts.
Apaleo unveils “first AI agent marketplace for hospitality sector”
Germany: Apaleo, an API-first open property management platform, has unveiled Agent Hub – which it claims is “the first-ever AI agent marketplace for the hospitality sector”.
HomeToGo expected to acquire Interhome from Migros
Germany / Switzerland: SaaS-enabled vacation rental marketplace HomeToGo is set to acquire Swiss holiday home firm Interhome Group from supermarket chain Migros in an auction proceeding.
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.
HomeToGo debuts Travel Agency Hub gateway
Germany: SaaS-enabled vacation rental marketplace HomeToGo has announced the launch of Travel Agency Hub by HomeToGo_PRO Doppelgänger [Travel Agency Hub], a purpose-built gateway designed specifically for travel agencies to access its suite of white label solutions.
Apaleo secures €20m in Series B funding round
Germany: API-first open property management platform Apaleo has announced that it has raised €20 million in a growth equity investment [Series B funding] round.