Edition No. 88
October 4, 2026
Everything the short-term-rental business needs to know today.
Markets
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Markets
Ras Al Khaimah Hotels Strip Down All Inclusive Deals to Fight Wynn Effect
As Wynn Al Marjan Island prepares to introduce gaming to the UAE, neighboring resorts are abandoning all-inclusive packages and gutting rooms to survi
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Markets
The End of the Web-Based PMS: Why AI Will Redefine Vacation Rental Technology
The traditional property management system has become an operational bottleneck. As autonomous AI agents take over, the centralized dashboard is about
Also filed
- The Money
Hotels face rising AI costs without immediate profit gains
Hotel technology investments continue to rise, but properties are seeing more upfront costs than immediate bottom-line gains from artificial intelligence. According to data analyzed by Skift, hospitality businesses are struggling to balance promises of retaining staff with the pressure to show immediate profit-and-loss improvements from their AI integrations.
- Markets
Pennsylvania farms turn to agritourism for extra income
Farms across Pennsylvania are increasingly adopting agritourism and overnight farm stays to generate supplemental revenue. According to local reports, these agricultural stays allow working farms to diversify their business models by hosting travelers who want to experience rural life firsthand, helping operators offset fluctuating agricultural costs.
- Host Life
Lodgify evaluates the reality of Airbnb rental arbitrage
Vacation rental platform Lodgify has released an analysis of Airbnb rental arbitrage, a strategy where hosts lease properties to sublet them on short-term rental platforms. The guide addresses common misconceptions about the practice, offering practical tips and operational steps for prospective hosts who want to run a business without owning real estate.
- Markets
Leonardo Hotels acquires three German properties
Leonardo Hotels has expanded its portfolio in Germany by acquiring three former Revo properties in Munich, Hanover, and Braunschweig. The acquisition adds 735 rooms to the company's inventory. The transaction also marks the hotel group's first operational presence in the city of Braunschweig.
- Host Life
Lodgify releases 23-step checklist for new Airbnb hosts
Vacation rental software platform Lodgify has published a comprehensive 23-step checklist designed to help new hosts launch their properties. The guide covers foundational setup tasks including securing local permits, implementing safety protocols, establishing pricing strategies, and capturing listing photos to help hosts secure their first positive reviews.
- The Money
Kingston lawmakers set to decide on 3% occupancy tax
Lawmakers in Kingston are scheduled to vote on a proposed 3% occupancy tax. The local tax would apply to short-term rentals and hotel stays within the city, adding a new financial consideration for area hosts and lodging operators. Local officials are reviewing the measure as part of broader municipal budget discussions.
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