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Airbnb China appoints new COO
Reading Time: 2 minutesChina: Airbnb’s Chinese arm has hired a new chief operating officer, Siew Kum Hong, effective immediately. Hong had previously joined the company in 2012 serving as its APAC general counsel, before subsequently becoming regional director for the Asia-Pacific region. In the newly-created role, Hong will be responsible for for the business operations and team management […]
Airbnb lists Fourth of July travel trends data
Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: As the United States gets ready for the Fourth of July celebrations, Airbnb has released data highlighting the key travel trends ahead of the holiday across its platform. The platform has revealed that guests are seeking properties and experiences that allow them to both enjoy themselves and to safely practice social distancing. Airbnb underlined […]
RedAwning sells Blizzard marketing unit to Beyond Pricing
Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Vacation rental property network RedAwning has sold Blizzard Internet Marketing, only two years after its initial acquisition. Beyond Pricing has purchased the company for an undisclosed fee and will acquire all the assets, staff, contracts and ongoing business. Blizzard specialises in web hosting, site design, and email marketing for short-term rental companies. The platform […]