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England plans new ‘tourist tax’ for overnight stays
Reading Time: 3 minutesUK: England’s regional mayors were set to be given new powers to introduce a levy on overnight stays, enabling local authorities to raise funds for transport, infrastructure and the visitor economy, according to plans announced by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government ahead of this week’s Budget. The new proposal would allow mayors […]
Whimstay opens platform to independent hosts
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: Last-minute vacation rental booking site Whimstay has expanded its platform to include independent hosts. Independent hosts can now list their properties by linking their existing Airbnb profiles, simplifying the onboarding process. Previously, Whimstay worked exclusively with professional property managers via 22 live property management system (PMS) integrations. This expansion comes as a response to industry-wide […]
Explainer: What do the new US tariffs mean for the short-term rental industry?
Reading Time: 3 minutesUS: In April 2025, the US administration introduced a sweeping new round of import tariffs—marking one of the most significant shifts in trade policy in recent years. While the headline focus has been on manufacturing and consumer goods, the impact is filtering across multiple industries—including hospitality and short-term rentals. What are the new tariffs? The […]