In this episode, we break down early 2025 travel data to reveal how Trump's new tariffs, inflation, and shifting traveler sentiment are reshaping short-term rental demand—both in the U.S. and internationally.

📉 Canadian and European travel to the U.S. is down

🌍 Americans are staying closer to home

💰 Guests are spending less, while hosts face rising costs

Whether you manage urban rentals or drive-to retreats, you’ll learn:–

What’s behind the booking slowdown– How guest behavior is evolving– What you can do now to protect your revenue

📖 Read the full analysis article: https://www.rentalscaleup.com/trump-era-policies-fuel-travel-uncertainty-fewer-canadians-europeans-to-u-s-fewer-americans-to-europe-early-data/

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What does Joe Gebbia’s resignation from Airbnb.org actually mean for vacation rental managers? In this episode, Thibault breaks down the facts—no politics, no spin. You’ll learn:

• The difference between Airbnb.org and Airbnb.com • Why Joe Gebbia’s political shift sparked public backlash

• How this affects Airbnb’s brand and your business as a host • What’s next for Airbnb.org—and what this says about running mission-driven brands today

Whether you’ve been hearing about DOGE, mass migration debates, or are just wondering what’s going on behind the scenes at Airbnb, this video gives you a clear and balanced overview—especially if you manage listings on the platform.

👍 Like, subscribe, and share if you found this helpful—and drop a comment to let me know what you think about it all.

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Before diving into today's content, we want to extend our heartfelt support to the people of Thailand and Myanmar, especially those affected by the recent earthquake. Our thoughts are with the communities impacted by this tragedy.

The White Lotus Effect and the Airbnb Surge in Thailand

HBO’s The White Lotus Season 3 was filmed in Thailand—and it didn’t just boost tourism. It sparked a 500% surge in short-term rental bookings and turned a $3,500/night Airbnb listing into a global booking magnet. Here’s what STR professionals need to know.​

In this episode, we break down the White Lotus Effect, explain the rise of set-jetting, and show how platforms like Airbnb—and the managers using them—can turn cultural moments into real market opportunities.📌

If you’re a short-term rental manager looking to understand how pop culture drives travel behavior, this is for you.​

✅ Key topics covered:

• Airbnb booking trends

• The White Lotus filming location in Koh Samui

• Set-jetting and pop culture tourism

• Quiet luxury and STR design strategy

• Guest experience bundling

• Destination marketing and platform behavior

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🔗 Read our detailed article here: https://www.rentalscaleup.com/airbnb-and-the-white-lotus-effect-a-500-surge-that-rewrote-the-market/

📢 Have you seen set-jetting trends in your market? Share your experience in the comments!

We stand in solidarity with our colleagues and friends in Thailand during this challenging time.

Vacasa was once the biggest name in vacation rentals — a $4.5 billion powerhouse that raised over $830 million and acquired companies like TurnKey and Wyndham. But by 2025, its valuation had dropped by over 97%, it had laid off thousands, and the dream was slipping away.

Then came Casago — a smaller, franchised operator led by former U.S. Army Ranger Steve Schwab. With just 5,000 properties, Casago shocked the industry by making a bid to buy Vacasa. What followed was a high-stakes bidding war with hedge fund Davidson Kempner, insider drama, and one of the most talked-about mergers in the vacation rental world.

In this episode, we break it all down:

✔️ What happened to Vacasa

✔️ How Casago outmaneuvered a hedge fund

✔️ What this means for property managers

✔️ Why the industry cheered — and paused

✔️ The massive challenges ahead for Casago

⏱️ Chapters:

0:00 Intro – Vacasa’s Rise and Fall

1:02 How the Giant Collapsed

2:05 The Bidding War Nobody Saw Coming

3:10 Why the Industry Cheered — and Paused

4:15 What Davidson Kempner Got Out of It

5:10 The Huge Challenge Ahead

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📑Read our detailed article on this: https://www.rentalscaleup.com/vacasa-backs-casagos-revised-offer-heres-what-it-could-mean-for-homeowners-and-managers/

#Vacasa #Casago #VacationRentals #MergerStory #BusinessBreakdown #AirbnbAlternatives #SPAC #RealEstateNews #VacationRentalNews

Struggling to scale your short-term rental business? Your property management processes might be the problem.

Many property managers hit a growth ceiling not because they lack demand, but because their teams and operations aren’t structured for scale.

 @GuestReady  ’s CEO, Alexander Limpert, shares how he built one of the largest property management companies with over 3,500+ properties, and created  @RentalReady  —a PMS built for property managers by property managers.

💡 If you’re managing 20+ properties and looking to scale, this podcast is a must-watch.

🔔 Subscribe for more expert insights on short-term rental scaling, automation, and property management strategies!

📢 Join the conversation! What’s been your biggest challenge in scaling your short-term rental business? Drop your thoughts in the comments. 👇

📍 Where to Learn More:

🌐 GuestReady: https://www.guestready.com/

🌐 RentalReady: https://www.rentalready.com/

📩 Connect with Alexander Limpert on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanderlimpert/

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Airbnb’s Summer 2025 Release is set to launch in May and might be its biggest update yet! At Rental Scale-Up, we’ve been tracking Airbnb’s moves closely, and in this video, we break down everything we expect in Airbnb’s Summer Release 2025 and why it matters for hosts and property managers.

Here’s what’s in store:

👉🏼New services for travelers – think airport transfers, luggage storage, and co-working spaces.

👉🏼Revamped Experiences platform – better marketing, smarter recommendations, and potential upsell opportunities.

👉🏼 Host Services Marketplace – co-hosting, cleaning, and pricing tools all in one place.

👉🏼AI-powered customer service – faster responses, multilingual support, and a glimpse into Airbnb’s AI future.

👉🏼Booking & checkout improvements – streamlined processes, better pricing transparency, and an expanded Co-Host Network.

Will these changes benefit hosts, or is Airbnb shifting too far beyond its core business? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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Booking.com just closed Q4 2024 with massive growth in short-term rentals—alternative accommodations now make up 33% of all nights booked, with 19% YoY growth. But here’s the catch: OTAs are gaining even more control over how and when hosts get paid, raising new concerns for property managers.

🔑 Key insights from this podcast episode:

✅ Why Booking.com is surging in short-term rentals (7.9M listings & counting).

✅ How its strategy differs from Airbnb’s—focusing on pro hosts vs. casual hosts.

✅ The rise of the Merchant Model—59% of bookings now go through OTA-managed payments.

✅ What this shift means for STR managers in 2025—more demand, more competition, and less control over revenue flow.

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Stricter short-term rental regulations? Here’s how real property managers in the U.S. and Europe are adapting—and thriving.📉 Zoning laws tightening.📉 Permit caps shrinking.📉 Compliance becoming a daily headache.If new short-term rental rules are making it harder to operate, you’re not alone. But successful property managers have already found ways to pivot, stay compliant, and keep their business profitable.

In this expert-led webinar, our panel of experienced short-term rental operators from the U.S. and Europe share real strategies that are working today.🔑 What You’ll Learn:

✔ How to identify short-term rental-friendly markets before they get overcrowded✔ How to transition to mid-term rentals without disrupting your operations✔ How to stay compliant AND profitable—even in highly regulated markets✔ Lessons from property managers actively navigating strict rules in the U.S. and Europe🚀 Speakers:

🔹 Alexander Limpert – Co-Founder & CEO,  @GuestReady   @RentalReady  🔹 Aidan Groll – Founder,  @bluegemsgroup  🔹 Kyle Driskell – Solutions Consultant,  @PriceLabs-DynamicPricing  🔹 Thibault Masson – Head of Product Marketing, PriceLabs & Founder, Rental Scale-Up🔔 Subscribe to Rental Scale-Up for the latest short-term rental insights and expert strategies!📢 Join the conversation! What challenges are you facing in your market? Drop your thoughts in the comments. 👇Get the most important industry updates straight to your inbox every week. Subscribe to our free newsletter: https://www.rentalscaleup.com/newsletter/

Airbnb just wrapped up Q4 2024 with strong growth, but Brian Chesky has his sights set on something much bigger for 2025. Airbnb isn’t just about vacation rentals anymore—it’s evolving into a “travel and living brand”, aiming to become the Amazon of travel. In this episode, we break down:

📊 Q4 insights—where Airbnb saw the most growth and what’s changing

🌍 Global expansion—Airbnb is pushing into Latin America, Europe, and Asia faster than ever.

🏡 Beyond home rentals—Chesky wants Airbnb to offer car sharing, co-working spaces, and more.

💡 The Amazon strategy—how Airbnb is borrowing from Jeff Bezos’ playbook to drive engagement.

💰 What it means for hosts, property managers—more tools, more competition, and new ways to monetizeNow the question is: Is Airbnb’s bold expansion the future of travel, or is it taking on too much at once?

👉🏼Read our full exclusive analysis of Airbnb’s 2025 vision:https://www.rentalscaleup.com/the-new-airbnb/https://www.rentalscaleup.com/airbnb-summer-release-2025/

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With President Trump returning to office in 2025, businesses across industries are reassessing their strategies. Airbnb, known for its focus on diversity, sustainability, and community, may face new opportunities and challenges in this evolving landscape.In this episode, we explore:>How Airbnb responded to policies in 2017 and what might come next.>Co-founder Joe Gebbia’s recent comments and their potential impact.>What matters most to today’s travelers, including shifting preferences among Gen Z.>How other companies are adapting to changing market and policy trends.>Whether you're an Airbnb host, traveler, or industry observer, this conversation offers insights into what lies ahead.🔔 Watch now and join the discussion! Like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments.