Articles tagged “vrbo”

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb Claims Marketshare Gains Against Hotels, Vrbo

Speaking of partnerships, Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky said: "We don't need to build the future by ourselves." More partnerships would be a big change for Airbnb, if and when they happen.
Online Travel

Expedia Is Open to AI Partnerships and M&A

Expedia has its hands full getting Hotels.com and Vrbo back on track, and the antitrust environment may not be optimal for acquisitions these days. But if the company comes across a hard-to-resist M&A opportunity, never say never.
Short-Term Rentals

Short-Term Rental Hosts Confront Cleaning Fee Conundrum

Airbnb’s total price display policy has pushed some hosts to reconsider how they use cleaning fees. Experts say it’s better to determine what makes a fair fee than it is to eliminate it entirely.
Short-Term Rentals

Short-Term Rental Regulation Silver Linings

A growing number of governments are seeking to regulate their short-term rental markets -- but increased regulations don't have to be a death knell for the industry, and in some cases can actually help operators.
Online Travel

Skift Power Rankings: Ariane Gorin

Gorin distinguished herself by leading Expedia’s key business to business segment. Now, as CEO, Gorin’s in the early days of running the whole show.
Short-Term Rentals

Is Vrbo's Nick Saban Ad Trolling Airbnb Rooms?

Just in time for U.S. football season, Vrbo comes out with a hilarious ad about the vacation rental host in a shared space that you never want to meet. Even if it's in an Airbnb Room.