The nine-year, five-Games partnership is designed to create a new standard for hosting that will be a win for host cities, a win for spectators and fans, and a win for athletes.
VRMA announces inaugural Vacation Rental Week, to Launch in 2020
The Vacation Rental Management Association announces that the first annual Vacation Rental Week will kick off in March 2020, with the goal of recognizing and promoting the value and benefits of the vacation rental industry.
Tax Office action on unregulated accommodation
Australian Tax Office announced that it is strengthening its enforcement measures for short term rental accommodation.
Regulation catches up with Innovation – The case of short-term rentals
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has published the first systematic overview of how both national governments and local authorities are addressing and managing new business models in the accommodation industry.
OYO seeks to raise $1.5 billion in the latest round of financing
OYO Hotels & Homes announced that it is raising $1.5 billion, as part of its Series F funding round.
Rich Baer named Chief Legal Officer at Airbnb
Airbnb announced hat Rich Baer will join the company as Chief Legal Officer. Over his long career, Rich has distinguished himself as an outstanding lawyer for large, fast-growing public companies and leaders of global legal teams with expertise in a wide range of complex matters at the intersection of law, business, and society.
Airbnb, Expedia, Google: 4 Lessons the hotel industry can learn from the digital giants
From meaningful brand architecture to brand expansion strategies, here’s a look at key lessons traditional hospitality players can learn from the digital giants.
Airbnb acquires Urbandoor
All Urbandoor employees will join Airbnb, and over time, Urbandoor listings for long-term stays will also be bookable through the Airbnb platform, making it easy for guests on Airbnb to find magical stays of any duration, anywhere.
Expedia’s results beat expectations
GlobalData analyst believes this is due to strong core performance and expansion strategy
Airbnb enters the luxury market with Airbnb Luxe
Airbnb introduces Airbnb Luxe, bringing home sharing to the luxury travel market.
