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.
TikTok launches in-app travel bookings with Booking.com, Expedia and Trip.com

Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: TikTok has formally launched in-app travel booking through its new TikTok GO platform, expanding its push into travel discovery and commerce.
Customer data exposed in Booking.com breach

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Netherlands: Booking.com suffered a data breach, allowing “unauthorised parties” access customer details.