The company reported $3.6 billion in revenue, up 17% year over year, while Gross Booking Value (GBV) increased 16% to…
ΚΑΤΗΓΟΡΙΑ: OTAs
In the OTAs section of BnB News, we focus on the latest developments from major online travel agencies such as Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia, Vrbo and more. These platforms are critical to the success of vacation rental businesses, and staying up to date with their evolving tools, policies, algorithms, and guest policies is essential.
From pricing model changes and ranking factors to cancellation policies and new tech features, we track what matters most to hosts and property managers. Whether you’re listing one apartment or managing a portfolio of villas, this section will help you adapt to OTA updates quickly and effectively – and maximize your visibility and bookings.
The company saw nearby and domestic bookings offset weakness in long-haul travel and expects the same pattern to continue in…
The partnership between Airbnb and Lark Hotels is not simply another commercial distribution agreement. It is an indication that the…
Vrbo presented the Built to Stay Report: The Keys to Winning Travel Trust in Vacation Rentals, which highlights the key…
One of the most significant changes in recent years regarding Airbnb’s service fee will come into effect on October 13,…
The presence of Booking.com in the short-term rental market proves to be much stronger than previously thought, according to a…
Until today, the success of a short-term rental property on major booking platforms depended mainly on service quality, reviews, competitive…
Expedia has confirmed that it is piloting a new Sponsored Listings system on Vrbo, allowing property owners and professional vacation…
Online scams related to travel bookings are emerging as one of the biggest threats facing consumers, with more than 4…
The CEO of Airbnb, Brian Chesky, is planning the launch of a new artificial intelligence company, making his first major…
The Summer Release, presented by Airbnb on May 20, 2026, integrated artificial intelligence into almost every stage of the guest…
The key trends shaping the short-term rental market in Greece and Cyprus today were presented at the recent Short Stay…
Airbnb is transforming into a complete travel platform, introducing services such as airport transfers, car rentals, experiences, and AI tools that enhance every stage of the travel journey.
Fraud can affect any accommodation. Pascal Mafait, Senior Director of Fraud, Trust and Safety at Booking.com, in an informational article…
Airbnb’s main ambition is for the platform to evolve into a fully personalized travel ecosystem for each user. This was…