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Mews integrates room keys with Apple and Google wallets
Reading Time: < 1 minuteNetherlands: Hospitality technology platform Mews has announced a new integration allowing hotel guests to access their room keys via Apple Wallet and Google Wallet, removing the need for separate apps or physical key cards. The update enables guests to unlock their rooms by tapping their phone or smartwatch similar to using a digital boarding pass or […]
Travel Chapter expands portfolio with two new brands
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUK: Holiday letting agency Travel Chapter has launched holidaylodges.co.uk and Glampingstays, two new platforms designed to meet growing demand for experience-led holiday options. The move comes shortly after the company’s acquisition of Beach Retreats. The new brands are designed to meet the growing demand for alternative accommodation options while providing property owners with tailored support. […]
STRz Podcast 61: Jayne McCaw, Jayne’s Luxury Rentals
Reading Time: < 1 minuteShort Term Rentalz · STRz Podcast: Episode 61 Jayne McCaw In episode 61 of the Short-Term Rentalz Podcast, we spoke with Jayne McCaw, founder of Jayne’s Luxury Rentals to discuss her approach to embedding luxury in the short-term rental space. Jayne discusses how to navigate hyper-personalisation in the luxury STR space and her approach to […]
STRz Podcast 60: Veronica Rivas, Homes and Villas by Marriott Bonvoy
Reading Time: < 1 minuteShort Term Rentalz · STRZ Podcast 60: Veronica Rivas, Homes and Villas by Marriott Bonvoy In episode 60 of the ShortTermRentalz podcast, we sat down with Veronica Rivas, Senior Director Global Business Development at Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy, to explore what short-term rental operators can learn from the hotel playbook when it comes to […]
Airbnb unveils Services and relaunches Experiences
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: Airbnb has expanded beyond accommodation with the launch of Airbnb Services and a full relaunch of its Experiences platform in over 600 cities worldwide. The move signals the platform’s growing ambitions in the travel, hospitality and lifestyle space. The newly introduced Airbnb Services product allows guests to book on-demand services at their accommodation or […]
Tuesday 6th May [4pm BST] – From Friction to Flow: Elevating the Guest Journey with Smart Solutions
Reading Time: < 1 minutehttps://youtu.be/jrlSg9Eb6dYHosted by STRz Editor Priya Khaira Sponsored by Track Fragmented guest experiences create unnecessary friction and lost revenue. In this session, we’ll explore how technology-driven integrations can optimize operations, automate communications, and personalize guest interactions in meaningful ways without sacrificing the personal touch that sets your brand apart. Learn practical strategies to maintain authentic hospitality with tools that […]
Airbnb releases first global quality report on platform improvements
Reading Time: 2 minutesWorldwide: Airbnb has released its first global quality report, shedding light on the company’s efforts to enhance guest experiences and support host success.
STRz podcast 57: Doug Strachota, LG Electronics
Reading Time: < 1 minuteDoug Strachota, director product management at LGE Electronics, joins the latest episode of the STRz podcast.
Two new categories launched for 2025 Shortyz Awards
Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Two new categories will debut at the sixth edition of the Shortyz Awards on Tuesday 1 April 2025 – the first-ever Guest experience and Best interior design awards.
Tuesday 11 February [4pm GMT] – Leveraging TV technology to upsell services and promote your brand [In partnership with LG Electronics]
Reading Time: < 1 minuteHosted by IHM Editor-in-chief George Sell In partnership with LG Electronics We discovered: How LG is expanding into the STR industry How the Pro:Centric Stay™ TV management platform simplifies property management and enhances the guest experience Ideas to use guest messaging tools to save time and relay important information Opportunities to drive direct bookings and […]