Airbnb is undoubtedly the most popular booking platform out there, with over 7.7 million listings worldwide. Even so, chances are you’re listing on other sites as well to diversify your channels and reach as many customers as possible. And if that’s the case, keeping your various booking calendars up to date to avoid double bookings is definitely one of your biggest pain points. This is where Airbnb calendar syncs come in, ensuring you have real-time visibility across all your booking channels. Let’s take a look at why syncing your Airbnb calendar is important, some tips for doing it right, th ..read more

As an Airbnb host, you know that your expenses are numerous and hard to track. Sure, the larger, fixed costs—such as utilities, cleaning services, and salaries—may be straightforward. But what about the occasional light bulb you need to replace, or the last-minute run to restock the soap? All in all, Airbnb expenses can easily create an accounting nightmare. You don’t have time to track down every little purchase or charge, so an Airbnb expense spreadsheet is absolutely necessary to keep everything in order. Use this spreadsheet to easily track your Airbnb income and expenses, so you can focus ..read more

Happy Canada Day, early Independence Day, and beginning of July! Whatever you celebrate, wherever you are in the world, and whether you’re in your peak season or just doing business as usual, we’re here with some quick updates to get you up to speed on the vacation rental industry. The industry is abuzz with chatter about Barcelona’s recent short-term rental ban, so we’ll give you the full scoop on this as well as other important legislation. We’ll also take a look at a couple updates from Airbnb and introduce you to several new companies that have launched in the industry. Let’s dive in. Your ..read more

There’s no doubt about it: High season is here. At Lodgify, that means we’re hard at work to ensure our software makes your job as easy as possible—both so you can take advantage of the season’s high demand, and so you can enjoy the summer yourself! This month, we have several new updates to share, including new payment methods and the finalization of our Vrbo messaging sync.  Want to learn more? Keep reading to see how these updates can help you streamline your business this summer. Impress guests with Apple Pay and Google Pay  We are thrilled to announce a new feature for our users ..read more

Move over, Paris and London: The “dupe travel” trend is here to stay. Travelers are increasingly skipping overly touristy destinations like these in favor of less crowded (and therefore less expensive) alternatives—otherwise known as “destination dupes.” If you’re on TikTok, you’ll know that dupes are trending in general, especially when it comes to products that offer affordable alternatives to popular brands. But dupe destinations are more than a mere social media trend: Increased travel post-pandemic and digital nomadism have led to rising costs and crowds, forcing travelers to reconsider c ..read more

Summary: On June 21, 2024, Barcelona Mayor Jaume Collboni announced plans to ban all tourist flats by November of 2028. The city defines tourist flats as residential properties rented for stays of up to 31 days. The ban is meant to address tourism’s impact on the local housing crisis and soaring rental prices. The city will phase out Barcelona’s existing 10,000 short-term rentals and stop issuing new licenses. Lodgify was founded in Barcelona in 2013. The city’s vibrant culture, which draws travelers from around the world, has made it the perfect headquarters from which to grow our business ..read more

The summer solstice is right around the corner! Is your vacation rental prepared to make the most of peak season? If you feel anything but 100% ready, this blog post is for you. We recently published a report on the top lodging destinations and travel trends of the summer, and now we’re back with tips to help you make the most of our findings. Keep reading for straightforward, easy-to-implement tips to help you stay booked and maximize your revenue this summer. 1. Stock up for summer Our report revealed that destinations with easy access to water and outdoor spaces are trending this summer, a ..read more

Summary : 20-30% of attendees at Taylor Swift’s four concerts in Paris were American. Expedia recorded a 40% increase in stays in Paris on its American platform during the singer’s tour dates. According to Expedia, 44% of travelers say they’re willing to travel for concerts. This is known as “tour tourism.” In Lyon, hotel occupancy rates reached 87% for the June 2 concert, an increase of 220% compared to the same dates in 2023. Taylor Swift kicked off her much-awaited European tour earlier this month with four concerts in the City of Love, a fitting opening for an artist who’s well-loved the ..read more

We’re excited to announce that we’ve delivered on one of our most-requested features: Vrbo messaging synchronization! Thanks to this new release, all your messages between Vrbo and Lodgify are now seamlessly synced. Enhancing the guest experience Part of providing the best guest experience possible is ensuring communications are as streamlined as possible. After all, your guests are on vacation—you don’t want them to have to jump through any extra hoops just to communicate with you. That’s exactly the goal of this new feature. Because Vrbo communications are now synced in the Lodgify Unified I ..read more

Happy belated Memorial Day! We hope the long weekend and short work week have left you feeling refreshed and ready for the month ahead. But first, let’s dive into the latest industry news, including a major update on Hawaii’s proposed vacation rental ban, new legislation taking effect in California, and Airbnb’s Summer Release. Plus, who doesn’t like a little industry gossip? Keep reading to the end of the post to get the scoop! Your monthly rules and regulations roundup Hawaii cracks down on vacation rentals Last month, we reported on two new bills being considered that could lead to the rest ..read more