Abode Worldwide releases STR Tech Index
UK: Abode Worldwide, a public relations firm at the forefront of hospitality and lodging, has released its inaugural Short-Term Rental Tech Index, which is described as the most comprehensive guide to the tech tools shaping the sector to date.
Superhog raises £5.5m to revolutionise STR security
UK: Vacation rental risk management solution Superhog has announced that it has raised £5.5 million in Series A funding.
Airbnb’s Catherine Powell on safety, AI and sustainable tourism
Worldwide: Catherine Powell, the first-ever global head of hosting at Airbnb, speaks to STRz about enhancing safety and security on the Airbnb platform, prioritising sustainable and responsible tourism, and how AI and machine learning will create a more personalised booking search experience from now on.
Uplisting and SUPERHOG partner for booking security
US / UK: All-in-one property management solution Uplisting has announced a new partnership with guest screening and booking insurance provider, SUPERHOG.
Airbnb rolls out safety product for solo travellers
Worldwide: Airbnb has announced the rollout of a new product aimed at promoting a safe and secure experience for solo travellers.
Uplisting and Minut partner for secure property management
US: All-in-one property management solution Uplisting, which is designed specifically for growing short-term rental businesses, has announced a partnership with Minut, the property tech company helping hosts and professional property managers care for their rental homes. Launched in 2017, Uplisting is a property and channel management software that works with property managers across the world, helping them to increase […]
Hostaway announces partnership with Safely.com
Canada / US: Vacation rental software Hostaway has partnered with insurtech and guest screening solution, Safely.com. The integration will provide Hostaway’s clients with access to Safely.com’s comprehensive, tailored short-term rental insurance and full guest verification backed up by data analytics – enabling property managers to deliver a first-rate guest experience and to encourage more homeowners […]
Price no longer the primary driver of travel decisions
US: New research by Expedia Group has revealed shifting views on travel, including positive sentiment on vaccine passports, increased budgets, and an enduring demand for safety and financial security. The Traveller Value Index examined the views of 8,000 people in eight countries to understand their values and expectations as the pandemic becomes more controlled in many parts of the […]
Airbnb steps up security measures in crackdown on fraudsters
Worldwide: Airbnb is stepping up security measures to prevent fraudsters using its website to deceive holidaymakers into sending money to scam accounts. The actions came to light last year after numerous families were tricked into transferring payments for seemingly genuine properties to fraudsters who disguising themselves as real property owners. The company has since reported […]