A compelling and informative description of a short-term rental property that highlights its unique features, amenities, and benefits for potential guests, using persuasive language and captivating visuals.
Glossary Term: Listing Optimization
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.
A metric used to track the percentage of potential guests who view a listing and then proceed to make a booking. A higher conversion rate indicates a more effective listing.
The visual attractiveness of a property from the street, which can significantly influence a potential guest’s first impression and decision to book.
The concept that small changes, such as a positive review or improved listing description, can have a significant impact on the success of your short-term rental business.
Specific words and phrases that capture the essence of a short-term rental’s brand and resonate with potential guests, used strategically in marketing materials and online listings to improve visibility.
Tools that analyze listing performance and suggest improvements based on factors like search ranking, booking conversion, and competitor data.
A tool within Ahrefs that provides keyword research data, including search volume, keyword difficulty, and related keywords, valuable for optimizing listings and marketing efforts in the short-term rental industry.
A service offered by Airbnb that provides professional photography for eligible listings to enhance their visual appeal and attract more bookings.
The prominence and ranking of a short-term rental listing within search results on platforms like Airbnb and VRBO, influenced by factors like listing quality, reviews, and host responsiveness.
The process by which property management agencies optimize their clients’ listings on platforms like Airbnb and VRBO to enhance visibility, attract bookings, and maximize revenue.