An interactive, 360-degree digital representation of a short-term rental property, allowing potential guests to virtually explore the space online before booking.
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Glossary Term: Online Booking
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The use of virtual tours or video walkthroughs to showcase a vacation rental property to potential guests online, providing an immersive and realistic preview.
Integrating technology solutions that enhance the guest experience, such as smart home devices, automated messaging, and online booking platforms.
Online platforms like Airbnb and VRBO that cater to a large volume of tourists seeking short-term accommodations.
Stands for “Short-Term Vacation Website Strategy,” representing the comprehensive plan for developing and managing a website dedicated to promoting and booking short-term rentals, encompassing aspects like search engine optimization (SEO), user experience (UX), and online booking functionality.
The ability for potential guests to view and book available dates for a rental property in real-time, ensuring accurate booking information and reducing double-booking risks.
The system used to securely handle financial transactions between guests and hosts, typically facilitated by online platforms.
A feature on booking platforms that allows guests to book a short-term rental property instantly without waiting for host approval, streamlining the booking process.
Software integrated into a short-term rental website or platform that allows guests to search for availability, view rates, and make reservations online.
The use of technology to automate tasks and processes related to short-term rental management, such as smart home devices, automated messaging, and online booking systems.
A booking feature that allows guests to reserve a property immediately without requiring manual approval from the host, streamlining the booking process and increasing conversion rates.
A website specifically designed for short-term rental properties that is optimized for viewing and navigation on mobile devices, catering to the growing number of travelers using smartphones and tablets.