Israel / US / Spain: Property management software platform Guesty has announced its fifth acquisition in the last two years by buying vacation rental channel management distribution platform Rentals United. The acquisition combines two prominent software providers in the short-term rental space in a bid to create a “robust offering that is unmatched in the industry” and to open up new revenue opportunities for property managers. Following the transaction, Rentals United will retain its independence and continue to operate as a standalone business with its executive team leading its operat ..read more

US: Airbnb has unveiled Icons, a new category of experiences hosted by stars from across music, sport, film and more, as well as new group trip planning features, as part of its 2024 Summer Release. The company has introduced its first 11 Icons from the fields of music, film, television, art and sport, all of whom are set to host “extraordinary” experiences in unique locations, letting guests “step into worlds you’ve only ever dreamed of”. Brian Chesky, co-founder and CEO of Airbnb, said: “Icons take you inside worlds that only existed in your imagination—until now. As life becomes increasingl ..read more

STRz speaks to Mike Mears, COO, VacayMyWay at the 2024 Shortyz Awards. The 2024 Shortyz Awards in-person awards ceremony took place on the evening of Tuesday 23 April at The Skyline, London. The who’s who of the global short-term rental industry gathered to recognise excellence amongst industry peers, highlight innovation and industry best practice, reward achievement, and celebrate start-up technology. Visit the official Shortyz Awards website for more information. The post 2024 Shortyz Awards interviews: Mike Mears, VacayMyWay appeared first on Short Term Rentals ..read more

UK: STRz speaks to Vanessa de Souza Lage, CEO, Sustonica, at the 2024 Shortyz Awards. The 2024 Shortyz Awards in-person awards ceremony took place on the evening of Tuesday 23 April at The Skyline, London. The who’s who of the global short-term rental industry gathered to recognise excellence amongst industry peers, highlight innovation and industry best practice, reward achievement, and celebrate start-up technology. Visit the official Shortyz Awards website for more information. The post 2024 Shortyz Awards interviews: Vanessa de Souza Lage, Sustonica appeared first on Short Term Rentals ..read more

UK: STRz speaks to Daniela Derin, holiday rental manager, Skol Apartments Marbella, at the 2024 Shortyz Awards. The 2024 Shortyz Awards in-person awards ceremony took place on the evening of Tuesday 23 April at The Skyline, London. The who’s who of the global short-term rental industry gathered to recognise excellence amongst industry peers, highlight innovation and industry best practice, reward achievement, and celebrate start-up technology. Visit the official Shortyz Awards website for more information. The post 2024 Shortyz Awards interviews: Daniela Derin, Skol Apartments Marbella appear ..read more

UK: More than 1,300 industry thought leaders and innovators convened at Old Billingsgate in London last week for the latest edition of the Short Stay Summit Europe, which is organised annually and powered by the UK Short Term Accommodation Association [STAA] and the European Holiday Home Association [EHHA]. Taking place the day after the 2024 Shortyz Awards, the Short Stay Summit Europe is a leading business conference and exhibition for short-term rental property managers and owners, enabling attendees and industry stakeholders to listen in to educational talks, expand their networks and exch ..read more

UK: STRz speaks to Phil Kennard, founder of Futurestay, at the 2024 Shortyz Awards. The 2024 Shortyz Awards in-person awards ceremony took place on the evening of Tuesday 23 April at The Skyline, London. The who’s who of the global short-term rental industry gathered to recognise excellence amongst industry peers, highlight innovation and industry best practice, reward achievement, and celebrate start-up technology. Visit the official Shortyz Awards website for more information. The post 2024 Shortyz Awards interviews: Phil Kennard, Futurestay appeared first on Short Term Rentals ..read more

UK: STRz speaks to Cynthia Huang, CEO of Dtravel, at the 2024 Shortyz Awards. The 2024 Shortyz Awards in-person awards ceremony took place on the evening of Tuesday 23 April at The Skyline, London. The who’s who of the global short-term rental industry gathered to recognise excellence amongst industry peers, highlight innovation and industry best practice, reward achievement, and celebrate start-up technology. Visit the official Shortyz Awards website for more information. The post 2024 Shortyz Awards interviews: Cynthia Huang, Dtravel appeared first on Short Term Rentals ..read more

UK: STRz speaks to Charlie Gibbons, sales manager EMEA, Beyond, at the 2024 Shortyz Awards. The 2024 Shortyz Awards in-person awards ceremony took place on the evening of Tuesday 23 April at The Skyline, London. The who’s who of the global short-term rental industry gathered to recognise excellence amongst industry peers, highlight innovation and industry best practice, reward achievement, and celebrate start-up technology. Visit the official Shortyz Awards website for more information. The post 2024 Shortyz Awards interviews: Charlie Gibbons, Beyond appeared first on Short Term Rentals ..read more

US: RedAwning, a marketing, distribution, reservations and hospitality platform for short-term rentals, has announced the acquisition of real estate investing company Awning.com.  The acquisition merges two complementary solutions and combines their client bases and operational teams, as RedAwning seeks to set a new standard in the vacation rental marketplace. As a result of the transaction, Awning.com clients will gain access to RedAwning’s marketing resources and distribution channels, enhancing the visibility and profitability of their rental offerings. The Awning.com team an ..read more