Collaborations between short-term rental hosts and local businesses, such as restaurants, tour operators, and transportation services, to enhance guest experience and generate mutual benefits.
Glossary Term: VRBO
An online marketplace that connects vacation rental property owners or managers with potential guests seeking short-term accommodations.
The proactive upkeep and repair of short-term rental properties, utilizing technology and preventative measures to ensure guest satisfaction and minimize potential issues.
A short-term rental property located within a city or metropolitan area, often characterized by its proximity to urban amenities, attractions, and public transportation.
Listing a short-term rental property on multiple online travel agencies (OTAs) like Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com to reach a wider audience.
A search engine that aggregates listings from multiple short-term rental platforms like Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com, allowing travelers to compare prices and amenities across different sites.
A registered nurse who works temporary assignments in various locations, often staying in short-term rentals due to the flexible nature of their work.
A strategy where hosts list their short-term rental property on multiple platforms like Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com to increase visibility and booking potential.
A designation or recognition given to hosts or listings on platforms like Airbnb and VRBO based on exceptional performance metrics, such as high ratings and guest satisfaction.
A fee charged by platforms like Airbnb and VRBO to hosts for each booking made through their platform, usually calculated as a percentage of the booking amount.
Pre-written messages used by hosts to efficiently respond to common guest inquiries or situations, while maintaining a personalized and professional tone.
Software applications designed to integrate with or enhance functionality of platforms like Airbnb and VRBO, such as pricing tools or guest communication systems.