Vrbo launches global promotions suite

Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Vrbo has launched a global promotions suite designed to help hosts attract a broader range of travellers through discounts and strategic pricing. The suite is now available worldwide on Vrbo and its sister platforms, including Abritel, FeWo-Direkt, Stayz, Bookabach, and eligible vacation rental listings on Expedia. The promotions suite currently features early booking and […]
Airbnb’s growing anti-party efforts

Reading Time: 2 minutesAirbnb is ramping up its use of anti-party technology to prevent “high-risk” reservations following a rise in regulatory issues.
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
Mews secures $75m to expand in US

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS: Hospitality technology platform Mews has raised $75 million in a funding round led by Tiger Global, with participation from existing investors Kinnevik, Battery Ventures and Growth Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives.
Forge Holiday Group expands tech team

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Short stay specialist group Forge Holiday Group has appointed two directors to develop its technological capabilities and accelerate the adoption of AI-powered technologies at its brands.
The future of guest communication: How Dharma is leading the way

Reading Time: 4 minutes[SPONSORED] Hospitality tech solution company Dharma addresses the future of guest communication and how it is driving enhanced guest satisfaction and operational efficiency through its suite of products.
Thayer Ventures and Derive Ventures combine for new platform

Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Prominent early-stage venture capital firms Thayer Ventures and Derive Ventures have combined to form a new platform called Thayer Investment Partners [TIP].
Forge Holiday Group to invest £150m in platform development

Reading Time: 2 minutesUK: Short stay specialist group Forge Holiday Group, the parent brand of Sykes Cottages and Forest Holidays, is set to invest more than £150 million developing its UK portfolio, technology platform, customer experiences and owner services over the next three years.
TravelNet increases investment in Track PMS to spur innovation

Reading Time: 2 minutesUS: Vacation rental technology provider TravelNet Solutions has significantly increased the product and engineering resources committed to its core property management system Track – by three times.
Qstay closes $4.6m pre-Series A funding round

Reading Time: < 1 minuteUAE: Dubai-based tech-driven hospitality brand and rental investment property management platform, Qstay, has raised $4.6 million in a pre-Series A funding round.