Connecting a short-term rental property listing to the host’s own website for direct bookings and brand consistency.
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Glossary Term: Booking Engine
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An online platform or software that allows hosts to create and manage their own websites for their short-term rental properties, often with templates, booking engines, and marketing tools.
A website owned and operated by a short-term rental host or property manager that allows guests to book directly, bypassing third-party platforms like Airbnb or VRBO.
A website owned and operated by a host or property manager that allows guests to book directly, bypassing third-party platforms.
A reservation made directly through a host’s website or booking engine, bypassing third-party platforms like Airbnb or VRBO. Direct bookings can save on fees and provide more control over the booking process.
Creating a dedicated website for a rental property to accept bookings directly, bypassing third-party platforms and their fees.
A software platform used to manage bookings, calendars, and guest communication for short-term rentals.
A software or website feature that allows users to compare prices, amenities, and availability of short-term rentals across multiple platforms like Airbnb and VRBO.
Securing bookings through channels outside of major platforms like Airbnb and VRBO, such as direct website bookings.
A user-friendly and secure platform that allows guests to easily browse, select, and book their desired dates.
A dedicated website for a short-term rental property or portfolio that provides detailed information, photos, availability, booking options, and guest resources.
Integrating booking widgets or property management systems seamlessly into a Joomla-based website for a unified online presence.