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UK short-term rental rates rise as late-summer occupancy softens
Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Average daily rates for short-term rentals are pacing ahead of last year for August and September, although lower forward occupancy is expected to leave revenue per available rental slightly behind 2025 levels, according to Key Data.
Investigation finds Airbnb and Booking.com listings in Bucharest earthquake-risk buildings
Reading Time: < 1 minuteRomania: More than 200 short-term rental properties are reportedly being advertised on Airbnb and Booking.com in Bucharest despite being located in buildings where holiday letting is prohibited because of severe earthquake risk.
Booking.com-exclusive listings reshape view of global STR markets, AirDNA analysis finds
Reading Time: 2 minutesGlobal: Booking.com-exclusive listings account for a significant share of short-term rental supply and demand in several markets, according to new analysis from AirDNA, highlighting the importance of multi-platform data when assessing market performance.
America250 celebrations boost Fourth of July vacation rental demand, data shows
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: Historic destinations across the US are seeing a surge in short-term rental demand ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, with America250 celebrations helping boost bookings beyond FIFA World Cup host cities.
Croatia approves new short-term rental law ahead of 2027 rollout
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCroatia: The Croatian government has approved draft legislation introducing new rules for short-term holiday rentals, including a national registration system and mandatory registration numbers for properties advertised on digital booking platforms.
Air India partners with Booking.com for accommodation bookings
Reading Time: 2 minutesIndia: Air India has partnered with Booking.com to allow customers to book accommodation directly through a dedicated platform on the airline’s website and mobile app.
Research shows disparity between the safety of holiday rental platforms
Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: With more travellers opting for staycations in the UK, new research from Schofields Insurance reveals significant discrepancies in fraud protection between the most popular holiday rental sites.
London council leader calls for crackdown on 90-day rule abuse
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUK: Paul Swaddle, the leader of Westminster City Council, has written to Airbnb and Booking.com urging them to take stronger action against unlawful short-term rental across London.
Booking Holdings launches BKNG Ads across Booking.com, Priceline and Agoda
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: Booking Holdings has launched BKNG Ads, a new unified advertising platform bringing together advertising solutions across Booking.com, Priceline and Agoda.
Booking doubles down on AI and connected trip strategy
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: Booking Holdings CEO Glenn Fogel says AI and connected travel experiences will play a central role in the company’s long-term growth strategy as online travel competition intensifies.