A Quick Guide: Manage Vacation Rentals Remotely
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work was trending upward in a big way. Roughly seven million people in the U.S. worked remotely prior to March 2020. That number had spiked 44% in five years, and now that remote work is as much a necessity as it is a luxury, we can expect those […]
Property Managers: Do These Pain Points Sound Familiar?
As a vacation rental property manager, you undoubtedly understand the necessity of two things: Listing your vacation rental properties on the major OTAs (such as Vrbo and Booking.com) Making sure those listings are visible—that they are front-and-center for the world to see You also understand the complexities and difficulties that come with vacation rental distribution. […]
VacayHome Connect Attends VRMA Spring Forum, Makes Large Donation to VRMA Advocacy Fund
On April 11 and 12, people and businesses from around the vacation rental industry descended upon Chicago for the annual Vacation Rental Management Association (VRMA) Spring Forum. VacayHome Connect was in attendance—our team had a wonderful time! The two-day event buzzed even more than usual: everyone was extremely excited to finally gather in person […]
Summer 2022 Travel Trends for the Vacation Rental Industry: Vrbo Surges, Expedia Bounces Back, and More
It’s always been important for vacation rental property managers to keep up with the latest travel industry trends. These days, though, that’s probably more true than ever. As the leisure and hospitality industry rolls into summer 2022, there are promising signs that the short-term rental boom that occurred at the height of the […]
How to Advertise Vacation Rentals on Expedia & Get More Bookings (Especially During Low Seasons!)
Promotions for vacation rental property managers aren’t just a great way to make vacation rental listings stand out—they’re a great way to drive bookings. VacayHome Connect, the industry’s leading vacation rental channel manager and distribution company, helps property managers implement promotions so you can earn bookings more effectively and improve conversions. Still, one question […]
A Quick Guide to Vacation Rental Channel Managers for Property Managers
Vacation rental property managers and short-term rental hosts have a growing number of tools at their disposal, and perhaps none is more impactful than vacation rental channel managers. The best channel managers for vacation rentals simplify everything: they make it easier for property managers to manage listings across numerous platforms, all while boosting revenue, […]
2023 Expedia Guide: How to Drive More Visibility & Bookings for Vacation Rentals (Part 4)
V. Managing Reviews & Boosting Ratings Online reviews play an essential role in traveler booking decisions. On Expedia, they also play a role in determining your visibility in search results. According to Expedia: 73% of travelers indicate reviews play a role in their decision-making process 72% are more likely to pay more for […]
2023 Expedia Guide: How to Drive More Visibility & Bookings for Vacation Rentals (Part 3)
IV. 7 Ways to Drive More Bookings on Expedia Once you’ve whipped your listings into shape with everything you learned in part 2 of our 2023 Expedia Guide, it’s time to bring them to market. Here are seven ways to convert more travelers on Expedia. 1. Maintain a Dynamic Pricing Strategy Dynamic pricing on […]
2023 Expedia Guide: How to Drive More Visibility & Bookings for Vacation Rentals (Part 2)
III. 5 Ways to Increase Visibility on Expedia Welcome to part two of VacayHome Connect’s 2023 Expedia Guide! With more than three million properties listed on Expedia travel sites, from hotels to private rentals, it’s easy to get lost in the crowd. This section of our 2023 Expedia Guide covers five key ways […]
2023 Expedia Guide: How to Drive More Visibility & Bookings for Vacation Rentals (Part 1)
I. Expedia: Connecting You to a World of Travelers Listing your vacation rental properties with Expedia can vastly expand your reach, driving higher visibility and more bookings not only on Expedia.com but on Expedia Group’s global network of brands and affiliates. But navigating all the options on Expedia can be time-consuming and confusing. […]