2023 Wrapped: The STRz stories that defined a year

Worldwide: As we approach the end of 2023, we revisit the 20 stories that defined a year for short-term rentals, as well as our favourite video, podcast and webinar from the last 12 months.
Anyplace raises $10.27m in Series B funding

US: Anyplace, a short-term rental company that specialises in remote work-friendly accommodations, has raised $10.27 million in a Series B funding round.
Breaking: Silicon Valley Bank collapse – what it means for the STR sector
Worldwide: The governments and banking institutions in the United States and UK have stepped in to reassure people and businesses exposed to the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank [SVB] and its UK arm that their deposits are secure and resolutions will not put the taxpayer at risk.
TravelNest secures £1.8 million funding

UK: Edinburgh start-up TravelNest has secured £1.8 million from Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and Scottish Enterprise. The Edinburgh-based company’s product aims to improve occupancy rates for holiday rental properties by automating marketing and increasing exposure on booking sites such as Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia, TripAdvisor and Vrbo, while reducing administration time for property owners. Since lockdown […]