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The inside scoop on setting up, running and making a success of your independent accommodation business

Mobile-First Travel: Powering Bookings and Business on the Go

By eviivo and Agoda  In 2025, mobile is an important platform for ...

Future-Ready Hospitality: Using AI to Win More Guests and Scale Smarter 

By eviivo and Booking.com  AI is here to stay in travel and ...

Global Reach, Local Control: Unlocking Corporate & International Bookings Through GDS 

By eviivo and Hotelnet GDS (global distribution system) platforms are as ...
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A 4-Step Guide to Making Money with Your Vacation Rental 

Owning a vacation rental can be a great way to earn extra money. With the ...
A traveler stands under a waterfall with arms outstretched, enjoying the unique guest experience offered as an extra with their accommodation booking.

Next-Level Guest Experiences: How to Boost Satisfaction & Revenue with AI, Upsells & Smart Comms 

To stand out as a short-term accommodation today, it isn’t enough to offer ...
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What is a Hotel GDS? The Ultimate Guide for Hoteliers

Reaching new markets – especially high-value business travelers – is ...
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The Best Smart Lock and Lockbox Options For Airbnb Self Check-In 2025

There’s no question that implementing self check-in at your vacation ...
A vacation rental owners uses their mobile PMS app to manage their business while outdoors.

Mobile PMS App: 9 Must-Have Features to Manage Vacation Rentals Remotely

To manage a vacation rental (VR) business remotely, you need to know that ...

3 Steps to Staying Competitive: What the Olympics Short-Term Rental Boom Can Teach Property Managers Worldwide 

The 2024 Summer Olympics have not only captivated sports fans but also ...

Never Miss a Guest Message: A Guide for Vacation Rental Owners & Managers

Promptly responding to messages from guests is the backbone of providing a ...

Creating the Best FAQ Page for Your Short-Term Rentals: Why & How (+ Examples)

If you’ve been running a short-term rental business for any amount of time, ...

5 Tips for Diversifying Your Hotel’s Revenue Streams

For a hotel, establishing new revenue streams can make the difference ...
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Reviewing Your Vacation Rental Guests: Why and How To Do It (+ Examples)

We all know it’s crucial to get reviews from guests if you want to build a ...

Hotel Automation Guide Pt. 2: Automating Back-Office Operations

While the front desk is the core of your hotel’s customer-facing ...

Hotel Automation Guide Pt. 1: 
Automating the Guest Journey 

Your hotel is nothing without guests. Your job is to make sure those guests ...

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