A great opportunity to widen business contacts over a light breakfast.

An introduction to the day’s themes, setting the tone for insights, challenges, and opportunities ahead.

A data-led opening setting the tone for the day, with an industry leading analyst unpacking the current state of the global STR market. This provides a clear, evidence-based view of where the sector stands today and where it is heading next.

Global uncertainty is redefining travel behaviour, capital flows and investment strategy.

This session brings together investors, economists and operators to explore how geopolitical shifts, from regional conflict to economic policy and currency volatility, are influencing where and how people travel, and where capital is being deployed.

Expect insight into changing traveller sentiment, emerging markets and the risks and opportunities shaping STR investment over the next 12 to 24 months.

 Dave Goodger, managing director EMEA, Tourism Economics

A chance to refuel, network with industry experts and make new connections.

Experiences have surged in the STR space over the past year. With Airbnb’s renewed push into experiences and increased consumer appetite for experience-led travel we are arguably seeing experiences become a steady revenue stream for property managers. 

But how important are experiences to the bottom line? Can OTA’s truly scale an experience model in a sustainable way? And are experiences truly profitable or do they simply enhance the guest experience? 

In this high-energy debate we will uncover the truth behind the surge in experiences across short-term rentals and hear directly from those on the ground about how meaningful they can (or can’t) be to the bottom line. 

The Motion: Experiences are a meaningful revenue driver for STR operators

For: Experiences create new income streams, increase guest spend and unlock additional value per booking

Against: Experiences are difficult to scale, operationally complex and primarily serve as a brand and guest experience tool

Max Slaght, founder, Domus Stays

Once seen as a temporary solution, mid-term rentals are emerging as a core growth strategy. 

With an influx of regulation on the short stay market some markets are seeing sustained demand for flexible, longer-term accommodation this session explores how property managers can successfully pivot or expand into the 30 plus day sector.

Hear from leading platforms and operators on supply strategy, target audiences, operational challenges and revenue potential.

Refuel, relax and meet with fellow attendees over lunch.

Audience-driven insights from some of the sector’s most influential leaders.

From profitability and scaling challenges to regulation, consolidation and innovation, this session will tackle the biggest questions facing the STR industry today, with honest and practical perspectives from those right at the top.

As urban regulation tightens and domestic travel demand remains resilient, holiday parks and alternative accommodation formats are seeing renewed investor interest.

This session explores the rise of the staycation economy, focusing on holiday parks, caravans and lodge-based models as scalable, high-performing assets.Bringing together holiday park operators, investors and technology providers, the discussion will examine where the strongest opportunities lie for the sector.

  Jeremy Hipkiss, managing director UK, Landal

Raoul Fraser the founder of Lovat Parks

Dave McRobbie, founder, Holidaymaker

 Nam Quach, managing director, DC Advisory 

A chance to refuel, network with industry experts and make new connections.

AI is being adopted across the sector but real-world performance is more complex than what the hype suggests. 

In this roundtable explore how AI tools are performing in live environments, from guest communication and pricing to crisis management and rebooking during disruption. Drawing on recent global events and operator experiences, panellists will examine where AI actually delivers measurable value, where human intervention remains essential, and what it will take for AI to scale reliably.

A dynamic ‘Dragons Den’ style pitch dedicated to showcasing emerging companies in the STR space.

Start-ups will pitch live to a panel of investors and industry experts, with audience participation and real-time feedback. Discover what investors are looking for and which ideas are set to shape the next phase of the industry. 

A brief wrap-up to close the day before heading into the evening.

Final opportunity to connect with attendees over a drink or two.