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.

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PhocusWire's travel tech news briefs: Sabre, Navan, Accelya and more...

By PhocusWire | February 6, 2026

Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry. Read More

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Home-swapping network Kindred lands $125M

By Abby Crotty | February 3, 2026

The funding includes a $40 million Series B round and an $85 million Series C round. Read More

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PhocusWire's travel tech news briefs: HTS, Kayak, Navan and more...

By PhocusWire | January 30, 2026

Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry. Read More

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GuestReady boosts presence in Spain with acquisition of Lightbooking

By Linda Fox | January 29, 2026

The acquisition is GuestReady’s 12th since the company was founded in 2016, which it says demonstrates its sustained expansion in Europe through M&A. Read More

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84% of leisure travelers admit to gaming loyalty programs

By Phocuswright Research | January 27, 2026

Going the extra mile to play the loyalty systems has become the norm, albeit exploited by some travelers more than others. Read More

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UK-based Snaptrip Group completes 2 acqusitions

By Abby Crotty | January 22, 2026

The company added My Boutique Hotel and Staycato, which includes the Simply Sea Views and Dog Friendly Retreats brands, to its portfolio. Read More

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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Hilton, Navan, Civitatis and more...

By PhocusWire | January 16, 2026

Keep up with all the latest people, partner and product news from around the global travel industry. Read More

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Airbnb names former Meta exec Ahmad Al-Dahle CTO

By Abby Crotty | January 14, 2026

CEO and co-founder Brian Chesky said Al-Dahle shares Airbnb's vision for AI use. Read More

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Kasa takes over Mint House properties to expand accommodation platform

By Linda Fox | January 14, 2026

Commercial terms have not been disclosed, but in addition to expanding Kasa’s portfolio, the deal creates scale and cost efficiencies for the company. Read More

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PhocusWire's weekly travel tech news briefs: Delta, Priceline, Amadeus and more...

By PhocusWire | January 9, 2026

Here's our roundup of the people, product and partner news from the global travel industry this week. Read More

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Rappi's travel play in Latin America: Loyalty, personalization and AI

By Abby Crotty | January 8, 2026

Guido Becher, global head of travel at Rappi, outlines the super app's views on travel opportunities and challenges across the region. Read More

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Airbnb on the technology foundation behind selling more, loyalty and fees

By Linda Fox | January 7, 2026

Airbnb's chief business officer Dave Stephenson talks new lines of business, loyalty, changing fees structure and geographic expansion. Read More

From Our Partners / Technology

Beyond the software: Why support defines success in vacation rentals

By Tim Rosolio - Expedia Group | January 5, 2026

Software providers support property managers to streamline workflows and reduce manual errors, allowing managers to focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining impeccable owner... Read More