Twists and new rules are brought by the upcoming implementation of Airbnb’s revised Off-Platform and Fee Transparency policy , which…
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.
Airbnb has officially rolled out total price display as the default setting in its global search results. As of today,…
UK-based Livinc, part of the Parklane Group and a specialist in residential lettings, has announced the launch of a new…
The rise in demand for alternative accommodation on Booking.com’s platform was the dominant finding in the company’s 2024 results. It…
Airbnb hosts support local economies. The data released by the platform is indicative: From 2014 to date, Airbnb has collected…
Vrbo, Expedia Group’s vacation rental platform, is gaining new momentum with the introduction of a revamped suite of promotions, targeting…
Airbnb is challenging its designation as a ‘gatekeeper’ under the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), following its addition to…
HotelTonight, the hotel booking app owned by Airbnb, has introduced a new rewards perk that allows users to earn Airbnb…
The global short-term rental market continues to grow at an astonishing pace, recording impressive financial figures and solidifying the dominance…
Airbnb is making significant investments in marketing and hiring new staff as it prepares to enter new business sectors in…
Airbnb has provided a glimpse into the future of its revamped Experiences through a sponsored post in Arival’s newsletter. According…
Airbnb is set to invest at least $250 million in new business ventures in 2025, beyond short-term rental accommodations. This…
Airbnb recorded strong performance, surpassing the average growth rate of the travel sector in 2024. According to the financial results,…
A sleek, modern house in Skopelos town has been named one of TikTok’s favourite Airbnbs in the world in 2024.…
Airbnb have announced they will bring back Experiences to its product portfolio from May 2025. Airbnb Experiences will return after…