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Articles tagged “dwell”

Short-Term Rentals

Short-Term Rental Regulation Silver Linings

A growing number of governments are seeking to regulate their short-term rental markets -- but increased regulations don't have to be a death knell for the industry, and in some cases can actually help operators.

James Farrell, Skift | 2 weeks ago

Short-Term Rental Regulation Silver Linings

Announcements

Skift Power Rankings

Power is not just about who holds the top job but who shapes the landscape, drives innovation, and sets the agenda for what comes next. With that in mind, we proudly present Skift’s Power Rankings — our list of the most powerful leaders in travel.

Sarah Kopit | 2 weeks ago

Skift Power Rankings

Startups

August Had 3 of the Year’s Biggest Startup Fundraises – Then a Slowdown

Travel startup funding in August started with a bang and ended with a whisper.

Justin Dawes | 2 weeks ago

August Had 3 of the Year’s Biggest Startup Fundraises – Then a Slowdown

Short-Term Rentals

Skift Power Rankings: Brian Chesky

Chesky helped build an industry from scratch and is more than willing to share what he’s learned with other founders.

Dennis Schaal | 3 weeks ago

Skift Power Rankings: Brian Chesky

Hotels

Banned in NYC: Airbnb One Year Later

Local Law 18 hasn't yet led to a significant amount of additional long-term housing in NYC and hotels are thriving. But small-time hosts have lost a key source of income. Modifications, and a more balanced approach, are needed.

Dennis Schaal | 3 weeks ago

Banned in NYC: Airbnb One Year Later

Short-Term Rentals

Is Vrbo’s Nick Saban Ad Trolling Airbnb Rooms?

Just in time for U.S. football season, Vrbo comes out with a hilarious ad about the vacation rental host in a shared space that you never want to meet. Even if it's in an Airbnb Room.

Dennis Schaal | 3 weeks ago

Is Vrbo’s Nick Saban Ad Trolling Airbnb Rooms?

Short-Term Rentals

The Next Battleground in Short-Term Rentals: Amenities

Short-term rental hosts are increasingly relying on amenities – like pools, hot tubs and mini golf – to make their listings stand out from the competition, and some say the end result is an “amenities arms race.”

James Farrell, Skift | 3 weeks ago

The Next Battleground in Short-Term Rentals: Amenities

Short-Term Rentals

Short-Term Rental Bookings Jump for Labor Day

Some travel companies have been reporting signs of a slowdown. But recent data – from AAA, the TSA and now, short-term rental bookings – suggest a strong holiday weekend.

Dawit Habtemariam | 4 weeks ago

Short-Term Rental Bookings Jump for Labor Day

Short-Term Rentals

Vrbo Keeps Taking Jabs at Airbnb With New Ad Campaign to Recruit Hosts

While Vrbo's new ad campaign to attract hosts doesn't mention its competitor Airbnb by name, Expedia’s smaller short-term rental platform keeps poking at what makes it different from the industry juggernaut.

James Farrell, Skift | 1 month ago

Vrbo Keeps Taking Jabs at Airbnb With New Ad Campaign to Recruit Hosts

Short-Term Rentals

Short-Term Rental Bookings Drop in Mallorca

Mallorca authorities are trying to respond to local frustrations with mass tourism by cracking down on short-term rentals.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 month ago

Short-Term Rental Bookings Drop in Mallorca