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Meet SmartHost, Xplorie’s Latest Product For The Vacation Industry
Now more than ever the world is turning to virtual solutions especially when it comes to travel. With Xplorie, you can now equip your properties with XEVA, an Xplorie Enabled Voice Assistant ...
Tips to Manage Your Revenue Strategy During a Crisis
While the travel industry faces unprecedented challenges and everyone is scrambling to adjust, pivot, and streamline operations it is important to maintain critical guest relationships and keep your overall revenue strategy intact. Here are a few tips that can help you along the way.
Vacation Rental Housekeeping Professionals Cleaning Guidelines for COVID-19
In preparation for the arrival of post-COVID-19 travelers, the Vacation Rental Housekeeping Professionals (VRHP) and the Vacation Rental Management Association (VRMA) are recommending that existing cleaning programs be updated to include even more robust sanitization and disinfection protocols.
Vacation Rental Industry Tips to Maintain Culture Through COVID-19
Managing a 100% virtual workforce for the very first time is uncharted territory for most. While some in the vacation rental industry are more prepared than others it is safe to say that we are all looking for ways to keep our teams motivated and engaged so we are ready when travel resumes. Here are a few tips to maintain culture and lead your employees through COVID-19.
Paycheck Protection Program Resources for Vacation Rental Managers
Business owners across the U.S. found themselves applying to the government’s new $349 billion Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) last week. We have put together a few resources that provide great information and cut through the legalese to help you navigate this time with ease and acquire the aid you need.
How Vacation Rental Managers Can Utilize Social Media During a Crisis
When it comes to expecting the unexpected vacation rental managers are experts at developing new strategies to plan for almost any scenario. However, when it comes to global crisis and rapidly changing information it can be difficult to get your guests the information they need. Here are some tips.
Vacation Rentals Manager Coronavirus Tips
While the vacation rental industry has been greatly impacted by COVID-19, now is the time for us to stay calm, thoroughly assess the situation, accept uncertainty, and do our best to plan for the future. Based on recent events, there a few things we can expect and considerations to keep in mind moving forward.
Managing Uncertainty in Business
Risk and uncertainty are two often confused terms in business. Risk is measurable and you can predict the possibility of a future outcome. With uncertainty, you cannot predict the outcome. The good news is, there are ways to deal with and manage uncertainty and even grow your business in uncertain times. Here are a few tips!
Top 12 Vacation Rental Insurance Companies
It’s a fact of life… unexpected things happen. If you own or manage vacation rental properties you will experience common occurrences like damages, thefts, and cancellations at some point during your ownership tenure. These types of issues are typically not covered under standard homeowners insurance. For this reason, as a property owner or manager, it’s well worth the investment to purchase vacation rental insurance for your properties. Most importantly, vacation rental insurance protects you from the risks associated with short-term rentals.
4 Reasons to Name Your Vacation Rentals
Whether it's Graceland, The White House, or the Winchester Mystery House, naming homes isn't new. It is a romantic practice that has its roots in old Europe. While it seems to have lost some appeal in recent years, it is a practice that still matters, and can help you to create a memorable, impactful brand. Naming your vacation rental is not only important, but it is also important to do it right. The right name can have a huge impact on your rental success!
OTA Best Practices for Vacation Rentals
The vacation property rental space is getting more crowded and more competitive every year. As more property owners and managers continue to enter the space, standing out and differentiating your brand and OTA listings from those of your competitors becomes critical to success.
Women’s Leadership in the Travel Industry and Why It Matters
When it comes to the travel and hospitality industry, women are the dominant sellers, consumers, and workers. According to a Travel Weekly report, 60-65% of hospitality workers are women, 72% of travel agents in the US are women, and it has been estimated that 70% of all decisions on travel are made by women. However, as you move up the ranks of business, the proportion of women decreases...
Meet SmartHost, Xplorie’s Latest Product For The Vacation Industry
Now more than ever the world is turning to virtual solutions especially when it comes to travel. With Xplorie, you can now equip your properties with XEVA, an Xplorie Enabled Voice Assistant ...
Tips to Manage Your Revenue Strategy During a Crisis
While the travel industry faces unprecedented challenges and everyone is scrambling to adjust, pivot, and streamline operations it is important to maintain critical guest relationships and keep your overall revenue strategy intact. Here are a few tips that can help you along the way.
Vacation Rental Housekeeping Professionals Cleaning Guidelines for COVID-19
In preparation for the arrival of post-COVID-19 travelers, the Vacation Rental Housekeeping Professionals (VRHP) and the Vacation Rental Management Association (VRMA) are recommending that existing cleaning programs be updated to include even more robust sanitization and disinfection protocols.
Vacation Rental Industry Tips to Maintain Culture Through COVID-19
Managing a 100% virtual workforce for the very first time is uncharted territory for most. While some in the vacation rental industry are more prepared than others it is safe to say that we are all looking for ways to keep our teams motivated and engaged so we are ready when travel resumes. Here are a few tips to maintain culture and lead your employees through COVID-19.
Paycheck Protection Program Resources for Vacation Rental Managers
Business owners across the U.S. found themselves applying to the government’s new $349 billion Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) last week. We have put together a few resources that provide great information and cut through the legalese to help you navigate this time with ease and acquire the aid you need.
How Vacation Rental Managers Can Utilize Social Media During a Crisis
When it comes to expecting the unexpected vacation rental managers are experts at developing new strategies to plan for almost any scenario. However, when it comes to global crisis and rapidly changing information it can be difficult to get your guests the information they need. Here are some tips.
Vacation Rentals Manager Coronavirus Tips
While the vacation rental industry has been greatly impacted by COVID-19, now is the time for us to stay calm, thoroughly assess the situation, accept uncertainty, and do our best to plan for the future. Based on recent events, there a few things we can expect and considerations to keep in mind moving forward.
Managing Uncertainty in Business
Risk and uncertainty are two often confused terms in business. Risk is measurable and you can predict the possibility of a future outcome. With uncertainty, you cannot predict the outcome. The good news is, there are ways to deal with and manage uncertainty and even grow your business in uncertain times. Here are a few tips!
Top 12 Vacation Rental Insurance Companies
It’s a fact of life… unexpected things happen. If you own or manage vacation rental properties you will experience common occurrences like damages, thefts, and cancellations at some point during your ownership tenure. These types of issues are typically not covered under standard homeowners insurance. For this reason, as a property owner or manager, it’s well worth the investment to purchase vacation rental insurance for your properties. Most importantly, vacation rental insurance protects you from the risks associated with short-term rentals.
4 Reasons to Name Your Vacation Rentals
Whether it's Graceland, The White House, or the Winchester Mystery House, naming homes isn't new. It is a romantic practice that has its roots in old Europe. While it seems to have lost some appeal in recent years, it is a practice that still matters, and can help you to create a memorable, impactful brand. Naming your vacation rental is not only important, but it is also important to do it right. The right name can have a huge impact on your rental success!
OTA Best Practices for Vacation Rentals
The vacation property rental space is getting more crowded and more competitive every year. As more property owners and managers continue to enter the space, standing out and differentiating your brand and OTA listings from those of your competitors becomes critical to success.
Women’s Leadership in the Travel Industry and Why It Matters
When it comes to the travel and hospitality industry, women are the dominant sellers, consumers, and workers. According to a Travel Weekly report, 60-65% of hospitality workers are women, 72% of travel agents in the US are women, and it has been estimated that 70% of all decisions on travel are made by women. However, as you move up the ranks of business, the proportion of women decreases...
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