VRMA 2023: bnbfinder CEO Eric Goldreyer

US: Eric Goldreyer, CEO of bnbfinder, speaks to STRz at the 2023 VRMA International Conference in Orlando.
VRMA 2023: Hostaway CEO Marcus Räder

Canada: Marcus Räder, co-founder and CEO of Hostaway, speaks to STRz at the 2023 VRMA International Conference in Orlando.
VRMA 2023: TRACK CEO Ryan Bailey

US: Ryan Bailey, CEO of TRACK Hospitality Software [part of TravelNet Solutions], speaks to STRz at the 2023 VRMA International Conference in Orlando.
2023 VRMA International Conference insights and takeaways

US: More than 2,500 short-term / vacation rental industry professionals from around the world gathered at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort in Orlando to attend the latest annual edition of the VRMA International Conference.
STRz Podcast 46: Dennis Goedheid + Russ Kraft, Casiola

For episode 46 of the ShortTermRentalz podcast, we’re joined by Dennis Goedheid and Russ Kraft from Casiola Vacation Homes to discuss their success at this year’s Shortyz Awards in London, the company’s franchise model and future growth plans, and how Casiola’s vision, values and relationships are integral to its brand.
reAlpha launches fractional ownership platform for STRs

US: AI-powered real estate technology and investment company, reAlpha, has launched a fractional ownership platform for short-term rentals.
SPL Villas launches Florida collection

US: SPL Villas, a family-run, independent villa specialist, has launched a portfolio of villas in Orlando, Florida this week.
Andes STR raises $1m in seed funding for Orlando expansion

Chile / US: Texas-based short-term rental property management company Andes STR has raised $1 million in seed funding from Chilean investment firm Weg Capital to accelerate its expansion plans in the United States. The proptech startup, which offers personalised property management services to real estate investors looking to earn higher income from their investment properties, […]
Sonder expands presence in Orlando

US: Short-term lodging company Sonder has announced that it is expanding its footprint in Orlando with the opening of two properties, bringing its portfolio to a total of four properties in the metro area. Sonder claims its new resort-style properties – Sonder Vista Cay and Sonder at The Point – will complement its boutique-style location, […]
Villas of Distinction reveal up and coming destinations for 2020

Worldwide: World Travel Holdings’ luxury villa brand Villas of Distinction revealed earlier today its five major up and coming destinations of 2020. The data was gathered from bookings made for the year to come, with the most major increases in the following destinations: Grand Cayman, Sicily, St. Martin, Jamaica, and Orlando. The data revealed a […]