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

Snapchat unveils dynamic ads service for travel advertisers

By Linda Fox | June 1, 2022

The social media platform says it will serve the most relevant ads to Snapchatters interested in travel. Read More

Opinion / Startups

Tighter capital markets will test travel startups

By Bryan Auchterlonie - Destination Capital | May 31, 2022

In an uncertain capital market cycle, thinly capitalized growth companies will be more exposed and need to respond faster. Read More

News / Startups

Short-term rental SaaS startup Hostfully raises $4M seed funding

By Mitra Sorrells | May 26, 2022

Founded in 2016, Hostfully will use the funding to add capabilities to its products, including a native mobile app. Read More

News / Online

Airbnb is shutting its China business

By Jill Menze | May 24, 2022

Airbnb will remove its Chinese listings this summer due to "costly and complex" operations. Read More

News / Startups

Accessible travel platform Mobee raises €1.5M in funding

By Linda Fox | May 24, 2022

The company offers accessible accommodation and activities via its platform. Read More

News / Online

Phocuswright Europe 2022: Checking in with short-term rentals

By PhocusWire | May 24, 2022

Executives from Europe’s short-term rental companies will discuss the evolving landscape of alternative lodging. Read More

From Our Partners / Online

Report: The professionalization of U.S. short-term rentals

By Mary Ann Nedoszytko - Phocuswright | May 23, 2022

The role of property managers in the short-term rental ecosystem is growing as the industry matures. Read More

From Our Partners / Online

The unsexy truth about the sexiest sector in travel

By Matt Landau - VRMB | May 23, 2022

As the vacation rental industry continues to grow, property owners-managers that can deliver unique, special experiences at scale will win. Read More

News / Online

Phocuswright Europe 2022: Hot topics for hospitality

By PhocusWire | May 20, 2022

Executives from three of Europe's top hotel groups gather on Center Stage at Phocuswright Europe to discuss the industry's challenges, opportunities and outlook. Read More

News / Online

Bob W begins M&A ramp up, acquires Estonishing Stay

By Linda Fox | May 18, 2022

Estonia-based Estonishing Stay, which launched in 2019, adds to Bob W’s existing portfolio of rentals across Europe. Read More

News / Technology

Travel fintech momentum builds as industry looks to boost revenue

By Linda Fox | May 17, 2022

Travel companies plan to equal or increase investment in fintech products and services this year. Read More

News / Online

HomeToGo updates 2022 outlook amid continued growth

By Linda Fox | May 17, 2022

HomeToGo attributes continued growth to customer acquisition and retention as well as technology. Read More

News / Distribution

Europe’s short-term rental segment on track for steady growth

By Phocuswright Research | May 16, 2022

Phocuswright's report explores changes in the short-term rental landscape from both consumer and business perspectives. Read More

News / Startups

Members-only home-swap network Kindred lands $7.75M

By Jill Menze | May 13, 2022

Founded in 2021, Kindred helps homeowners and renters take advantage of work-from-anywhere flexibility. Read More

News / Startups

Czech camper van rental marketplace adds €2.7M to seed round

By Mitra Sorrells | May 13, 2022

Campiri says it will use the funding to enter new markets, add to its team and to purchase vehicles to sell to others that want to rent on the platform. Read More

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