A form of tourism that encourages travelers to engage with and support local communities and their cultural heritage. Promoting your short-term rental as a gateway to authentic experiences and highlighting local artisans, musicians, or storytellers can attract conscious travelers.
Glossary Term: Community
A residential community with controlled access points, often offering enhanced security and privacy.
Online communities on Facebook where short-term rental hosts and managers can connect, share tips, ask questions, and stay updated on industry trends.
Marketing strategies specifically targeted to potential guests in a very close proximity to the short-term rental property, often utilizing local events, attractions, and businesses.
Rules and regulations established by Airbnb and VRBO, or within a specific community, to ensure respectful and appropriate behavior from both guests and hosts.
A shared swimming pool within a complex or community that is accessible to guests staying at properties within that community.
Specific guidelines and regulations set by the homeowners association or management of a community where a short-term rental is located.
An informal gathering of short-term rental hosts to discuss industry trends, share best practices, and network.
A non-profit organization that operates within and serves a specific geographical community, often advocating for local residents’ needs and interests, which can include issues related to short-term rentals.