Alternative Accommodation

PhocusWire's in-depth coverage of the alternative accommodation sector, featuring news, analysis, interviews, research and more on home-sharing, short-term rentals, timeshare, homestays and other property types.

News / Online

Booking sources evolving in STR industry, report says

By Morgan Hines | December 2, 2024

A recent survey from Hostfully found fewer bookings are coming from Airbnb, property managers are growing by adding new inventory and more managers want to use AI. Read More

News / Online

Mondee says no plan to appeal Nasdaq non-compliance

By Linda Fox | November 28, 2024

Mondee delayed the filing of its third quarter earnings earlier this month and received a letter of non-compliance from the Nasdaq. CEO Prasad Gundumogula has taken a leave of absence. Read More

News / Technology

PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: HomeToGo, The Trip Boutique, Oojo and more

By PhocusWire | November 27, 2024

Keep up with all the latest people, product and partner news from around the global travel industry in PhocusWire's weekly roundup. Read More

Opinion / Technology

The inevitable shift towards technology consolidation in short-term rentals

By Saber Kordestanchi - Hostaway | November 26, 2024

Hostaway co-founder Saber Kordestanchi discusses how all-in-one property management systems in vacation rentals could boost professionalization of the industry. Read More

News / Technology

PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: TripStax, Allianz, Worldpay, Priceline, TravelPerk and more

By PhocusWire | November 22, 2024

Keep up with all the latest people, product and partner news from around the global travel industry in PhocusWire's weekly roundup. Read More

News / Technology

Lighthouse secures $370M in Series C growth investment

By Mileva Sapic | November 21, 2024

The investment in Lighthouse will drive product innovation, strategic acquisitions and global expansion. Read More

News / Technology

Mews acquires revenue management specialist Atomize

By Mileva Sapic | November 21, 2024

Mews and Atomize plan to equip customers with predictive insights and market data to help them maximize revenue. Read More

News / Technology

The roots of traveler frustration and how technology is helping

By Mileva Sapic | November 19, 2024

A survey from Amadeus uncovered areas of friction for travelers as well as the technology that is alleviating some of the stress. Read More

News / Technology

PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: SITA, Sabre, Klarna

By PhocusWire | November 15, 2024

Keep up with all the latest people, product and partner news from around the global travel industry in PhocusWire's weekly roundup. Read More

Opinion / Online

Actions, not words, will make sustainability work for the short-term rental industry

By Bob Garner - EnviroRental | November 15, 2024

As COP29 draws to a close, Bob Garner, founder of EnviroRental, discusses the importance of taking action to make sustainability work for the short-term rental industry. Read More

News / Online

HomeToGo reports booking revenue high in Q3

By Linda Fox | November 12, 2024

The company has adjusted its full-year 2024 booking revenues guidance to more than €255 million, up 34% year over year. Read More

News / Technology

Is the future of travel regulation digital and green?

By PhocusWright Research | November 11, 2024

According to Phocuswright Research, navigating a patchwork of regulations across borders is a major challenge for travel businesses. Read More

News / Online

Booking Holdings plans job cuts at Booking.com to drive efficiency

By Linda Fox | November 11, 2024

The company has not said how many jobs are expected to be lost at Booking.com or at what level or departments although it did refer to multiple jurisdictions. Read More