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Sites like Airbnb: main competitors and their differences

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From major OTAs like Booking.com to niche platforms like Plum Guide, as a property manager you have a world of options beyond Airbnb to expand your reach and maximize bookings. Although Airbnb remains one of the most influential platforms in the short-term rental market, boasting over 1.5 Get listed on Vrbo 3.

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Complete guide on how to get listed on Google Vacation Rentals (2025)

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Google Vacation Rentals is not an OTA, so the search engine doesnt actually play a role in processing bookings. If you dont have a website, it can also send searchers to your listing on a compatible OTA. Bookings from Google can also be completely commission-free. Commission-free bookings Google charges zero commission.

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Booking.com Introduces Request to Book Worldwide: What It Means for Your Property

Rentals United

Until recently, a significant challenge for property managers was the lack of flexibility in booking options on major platforms. This year, Booking.com made its Request to Book feature available in all locations. What is the difference between Instant Book and Request to Book? This is called ‘Instant Booking’.

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Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Canada By City in 2025

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Thats why many savvy hosts use vacation rental software like Hospitable, which allows them to automate routine tasks and save time to focus on providing exceptional guest experience and growing their businesses. When determining the potential profits of your Airbnb property in Canada, measuring the occupancy rate is a must.

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The Top 13 Luxury Vacation Rental Websites to Drive Bookings in 2023

Rentals United

The luxury travel industry continues to grow in 2023, with guests booking longer, more expensive stays. So, to maximise bookings and revenue, luxury property managers must list their properties on specialist sites. Weve curated a list of the top 13 sites to list your luxury property on in 2023.

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Automated Reviews: How To Earn 5* Airbnb Reviews For Hosts

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When you’re looking to generate more bookings from your vacation rental properties, how you position yourself on the channels you’re listing on is all-important. Here’s how: Why Are 5* Airbnb Reviews For Hosts Important For Increasing Your Bookings? This trust can be a deciding factor when making their booking.

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Build a revenue-boosting brand: 7 steps to creating your vacation rental brand strategy

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In the vacation rental industry, branding means creating a consistent experience for guests throughout the whole process, from booking to check-in, checkout, and beyond. Its about establishing your brand values, delivering exceptional quality, and offering a unique experience to ensure guests remember you and book again.