Summer STR bookings rise in protest-hit cities, PriceLabs finds

Reading Time: 2 minutesSummer STR bookings rise in protest-hit cities, PriceLabs finds
Eviivo launches advanced PayPal integration

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUK: Property management platform eviivo has launched an advanced integration with PayPal, enabling hospitality businesses to offer flexible, secure payment options and reduce failed transactions. While eviivo previously supported PayPal, the new Advanced PayPal Integration unlocks full access to PayPal’s card processing and payment services, including PayPal Advanced Checkout. This functionality allows hosts and property […]
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 […]
Beyond launches Market Trend Reports to expand access to revenue insights

Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Revenue management system Beyond has launched Market Trend Reports, a new feature within its Market Insights dashboard providing free, real-time short-term rental market data for hosts, property managers and investors. Available globally, the new tool offers users access to key performance metrics, demand trends and revenue projections across any market worldwide. The launch aims […]
80% of hosts are rejecting property management companies, report reveals

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe company’s new report shows that hosts are relying less on PMCs
British Columbia enforces short-term rental registry for May

Reading Time: < 1 minuteBritish Columbia is enforcing a provincial rental registry for short-term rental hosts, set to come into effect on 1 May 2025. Hosts who do not comply are at risk of potential penalties or booking removals.
Lisbon bans new AL licences in 19 neighbourhoods

Reading Time: 2 minutesPortugal: Lisbon has implemented a ban on new local accommodation [alojamento local] short-term rental licences across 19 neighbourhoods and eight parishes.
Holidu introduces Star Host programme

Reading Time: 2 minutesGermany: Holiday rental platform Holidu has introduced its ‘Star Host’ programme, designed to reward and promote top-performing hosts.
Murcia enforces new Airbnb registration rule

Reading Time: < 1 minuteSpain: The Region of Murcia has partnered with Airbnb to enforce stricter regulations on short-term rentals, requiring all listings to display a valid tourist registration number.
Beyond and Booking.com partner to empower hosts

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: Revenue management solution Beyond has announced a partnership with Booking.com, allowing vacation rental partners to grow revenue, streamline operations, and continue to reach new guests worldwide.