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.

Top drivers of conversion for short-term renters
News / Distribution
Top drivers of conversion for short-term renters
By Phocuswright Research | February 14, 2022
Even regular short-term rental (STR) users are likely to have a hybrid consideration set, comparing rental options alongside hotels. Read More
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Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: Lightly helps travel brands accommodate families
By Mitra Sorrells | February 14, 2022
Created by a mother who experienced frustration when traveling with her baby, Lightly provides essential products such as diapers, crib sheets and swaddle blankets for hotels and other travel companies. Read More
Q&A: Sandra Brahn of Vtrips on growth, acquisitions
News / Online
Q&A: Sandra Brahn of Vtrips on growth, acquisitions
By Jill Menze | February 14, 2022
Previously at Vacasa, Sandra Brahn joins Vtrips to develop and execute the vacation rental management company’s merger and acquisition strategy. Read More
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Interview / Online
Sounding Off: Vacation rentals are as mainstream as it gets, in many ways
By PhocusWire | February 11, 2022
The cost of a product is now coming into play - the annoying element that providers of many forms of accommodation tend to avoid, as it is a very tangible differentiator between property A or B. Read More
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News / Online
Expedia Group closes 2021 with record Q4 profitability
By Mitra Sorrells | February 11, 2022
Expedia Group CEO Peter Kern expresses optimism about 2022, calling it a year for innovation and delivery for the company. Read More
Short-term rentals no longer "alternative" - but how will the sector push on?
Opinion / Online
Short-term rentals no longer "alternative" - but how will the sector push on?
By Vince Breslin - Uplisting | February 10, 2022
These are the factors driving the continued growth of the sector and how the industry can respond to better serve the needs of customers. Read More
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News / Online
Wander raises $20M to grow its luxury rental inventory
By Mitra Sorrells | February 10, 2022
Founded in early 2021, Wander purchases homes and outfits them with extensive work-from-home technology, wellness equipment and a Tesla. Read More
Ten trends shaping contactless tech in travel
Opinion / Technology
Ten trends shaping contactless tech in travel
By Nadav Cornberg - Virdee | February 9, 2022
As we head into 2022, here are some critical areas of focus to consider as brands consider implementing contactless guest experiences.   Read More
Acamp attracts €2.5M, pegs Norway for campsite platform expansion
News / Startups
Acamp attracts €2.5M, pegs Norway for campsite platform expansion
By Linda Fox | February 8, 2022
Acamp launched in 2020 and connects campers to private landowners and companies that want to rent out their land. Read More
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Event / Distribution
Commercial strategy key unlocking revenue potential event listing
February 7 2022
This free webinar will provide you with the framework needed to develop a commercial mindset and strategy that gets the best out of your teams by using real-time historical, current and future-looking... On Demand
Is TikTok part of travel's recovery toolbox?
News / Online
Is TikTok part of travel's recovery toolbox?
By Linda Fox | February 2, 2022
Travel companies are waking up to TikTok's potential to raise brand awareness and drive transactions. Read More
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News / Distribution
VIDEO: The continued rise of short-term rentals
By PhocusWire | February 2, 2022
Short-term rentals emerged as a pandemic success story with a flood of new category users and soaring demand. But big questions remain. Read More
Lavanda enters Middle East with new short-term rental platform
News / Online
Lavanda enters Middle East with new short-term rental platform
By Jill Menze | February 1, 2022
Lavanda and real estate developer Aldar are launching the Cloud Living platform with oversight from the Abu Dhabi Department of Tourism. Read More
Q&A: Selina on market size, SPACs, nomads and growth
News / Online
Q&A: Selina on market size, SPACs, nomads and growth
By Linda Fox | January 31, 2022
Selina co-founder and CEO Rafael Museri discusses the hospitality brand's digital nomad audience, market opportunity and competition. Read More
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Interview / Startups
STARTUP STAGE: HostGPO creates a buying community for rental hosts
By Mitra Sorrells | January 31, 2022
Founded in 2020, HostGPO provides discounts on furniture, décor and other supplies to short-term rental hosts that become members of its community. Read More
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