Hello World!
Introducing Flash the Sloth Hi Everyone, my name is Flash and I am a Sloth. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not your run-of-the-mill sloth. I am fast like lightning. That’s why my parents named me Flash. I was born and raised in beautiful Ojuchal, Costa Rica where I lived near a stunning home called Casa […]
Has Social Media Negatively Impacted the Hospitality Industry?
There is no disputing that social media, whether that is Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, or a myriad of others, has changed the hospitality industry forever. With access to information, user reviews, up-to-date pictures, and staff just a click away, many hotels, resorts, and vacation destinations have had to change the way they operate or be […]
How to Run an Airbnb Business Remotely
The idea of managing multiple Airbnb properties remotely may seem challenging. But with the right tech tools and a bit of creativity, it’s completely within your reach. Here are some tips and ideas to keep in mind to be an effective remote Airbnb host. Tip 1: Automation is your best friend Automate everything possible. While […]
Hostfully raised $7M to help short term rental property managers increase revenue and guest satisfaction
Dear Friends, We’re pleased to tell you that we have now raised a total of $7M to drive growth in our business. We are excited to celebrate a milestone – and share what it means for customers, staff, and the broader industry. It’s an opportunity to say: We are here, we are proud, this is […]
Where to Buy Vacation Rental Property
Do you know the best vacation rental locations to invest your money in 2022? Investing in a vacation rental property requires planning and lots of it! First, you’ll need to identify where is the best place to invest your money and that is more complicated than you might think. Without proper research, you could be […]
A Complete Guide to the Best Vacation Rental Cleaning Practices
We’ve all been there. You arrive at your vacation rental that looked perfect online, only to find the surfaces are dusty, there’s a stain on the sofa—or even worse—a hair in the shower. It’s enough to give guests a poor first impression, which is likely to translate into a sub-par review. For that reason, property […]
What Hostfully learned at VRMA 2021
Hostfully attended the Vacation Rental Management Association’s (VRMA) 2021 conference in San Antonio in early October. We had so much fun! Aside from getting out and network with fantastic vacation rental professionals again, we also learned a lot about industry trends, and what to expect post-pandemic in the coming years. Over 1000 vacation rental attendees […]
Should You Hire a Property Management Company?
As an owner of a vacation rental, you’re probably wondering whether or not to hire a property management company to handle your daily operations. The responsibilities and duties of owning a short-term rental (STR) are many, and hiring a professional can help simplify your day-to-day. By outsourcing all or part of the operation of your […]
Hostfully Signs up to the Tourism Declares Initiative!
On January 14th 2020, a group of tourism organisations and individuals signed Tourism Declares — uniting the travel industry in declaring a climate emergency and acting accordingly. At Hostfully, our mission is to help every guest and manager make the most of every stay, and that’s because we believe that travel has the power to […]
Market Report: Outlook on the 2020 Holiday Season Amidst the Pandemic
Spring is in full bloom, birds are chirping, and school’s almost over. It used to be the sign for vacation rental industry professionals to get ready for the busy summer holiday season. Except this year, it’s different. Yes, yes, we all know why (which is why we’ve made a conscious effort to refrain using […]