Encouraging guests to book directly through a property’s website to reduce reliance on third-party platforms and increase profit margins.
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Glossary Term: Direct Bookings
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Utilizing email campaigns to target potential guests, promote special offers, share property updates, and drive direct bookings to the rental property.
A software component integrated into a short-term rental website or platform that allows guests to search for availability, select dates, and make reservations online. A user-friendly ebooking engine is crucial for converting website visitors into paying guests.
A small piece of code that can be embedded into a website or social media profile to allow guests to search for availability and book a short-term rental directly. An ebooking widget simplifies the booking process and increases direct bookings.
A dedicated website for the rental property that allows guests to book directly with the host, bypassing third-party platforms and their fees.
A short-term rental management approach that combines different booking platforms, such as Airbnb and VRBO, with direct bookings through a personal website or other channels to maximize occupancy and revenue.
A dedicated website for a rental property, allowing hosts to accept bookings directly without relying solely on platforms.
Listing a short-term rental property on multiple online travel agencies (OTAs) and direct booking platforms to expand reach and maximize occupancy. This involves managing listings and calendars across various channels, including Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, and the host’s own website.
An online platform or software that allows short-term rental owners to create and manage their own websites for direct bookings, showcasing their properties and bypassing third-party platforms.
A seamless booking process that eliminates unnecessary steps, allowing guests to reserve a stay with minimal effort.