Casago names Ximplifi as preferred accounting partner for franchise network
US: Vacation rental property management company Casago has appointed technology-enabled accounting and consulting firm, Ximplifi, as a preferred provider of accounting and trust accounting services for its franchise network, giving franchisees access to standardised and scalable financial operations. The partnership is designed to strengthen financial compliance across Casago’s rapidly expanding franchise model, following a year of […]
Marriott Bonvoy reveals 2026 travel trends
Global: Marriott Bonvoy has released new research revealing that British travellers are planning to take more holidays in 2026, with artificial intelligence, passion-led travel and “lux-scaping” emerging as defining trends for the year ahead. The findings, published in Marriott Bonvoy’s 2026 Ticket to Travel Report, are based on research conducted by Mortar among more than […]
Unyoked partners with Forestry England to launch off-grid cabins
UK: Off-grid accommodation company Unyoked announced a 10-year partnership with Forestry England to roll out its minimalist cabins across woodland sites nationwide, marking a significant expansion of nature-based short-term rentals in the UK. The initiative, launching in early 2026, will begin with five off-grid cabins at the first location, followed by 25 additional units across […]
Flataway.ai launches AI website builder
Bulgaria: Traveltech startup Flataway.ai has launched Staycy, an AI-powered website builder designed to help professional vacation rental managers create high-converting, direct-booking sites in minutes. The launch follows an $800,000 pre-seed funding round led by Eleven Ventures and Angel Invest, with participation from several angel investors and the company’s founders, who previously sold one of Europe’s […]
Renters acquires Croatian market leader Irundo as part of European expansion
[Sponsored Content] Poland: Poland’s largest short-term rental operator, Renters, has expanded its presence in Europe with the acquisition of Irundo, a leading apartment management company in Croatia. The move follows Renters’ entry into the Bulgarian market and forms part of its strategy to build a regional platform across Central and Eastern Europe. “This is our […]
73% of property managers cite staffing and revenue strain for 2026
US: Short-term rental analytics company Key Data has published its Vacation Rental Industry Outlook 2026, revealing that operations, staffing, and revenue pressures remain the top challenges for property managers heading into the new year. The report, based on responses from 244 short-term rental professionals representing more than 43,000 properties across the US, found that 73% see […]
STRz Podcast: Episode 62, Robin Bass, Premier Properties
Short Term Rentalz · Robin Bass Premier Properties In this episode, I catch up with Robin Bass, founder of Premier Properties USVI, to hear how she’s grown her short-term rental business and brought a personal touch to every stay. Robin talks about the small but powerful ways she’s using tech from helping her team work […]
LG highlights Pro:Centric Stay smart TV solution
[Sponsored Content] TV and electronics company LG has released a series of video ads showcasing how its Pro:Centric Stay platform enhances the guest experience in hospitality settings. In these three videos, LG highlights how its smart technology supports personalisation, convenience, and privacy for guests. “Just Look at the TV” – Digital Guide Simplifying guest experience […]
The Hidden Liability in Your Smart TV: Why Credential Clearing Matters
[Sponsored content] As connected devices become standard in short-term rentals, guest privacy risks are rising. Global TV and electronics company LG Electronics discusses why credential clearing on smart TVs is now a business essential and how LG’s commercial-grade technology helps property managers stay secure, compliant, and trusted. Picture This: A Guest Privacy Breach A guest […]
Urban Living Festival 2025: Key takeaways for short-term rentals
UK: The 2025 Urban Living Festival offered a comprehensive look at the trends and challenges shaping hospitality and real estate. The two-day event began with property tours across Denmark Street, before culminating in a full day of panels, presentations, awards and networking at Mary Ward House. Across four Short Term Rentalz sessions, speakers shared insights […]