HomeToGo's Summer 2022 State of Travel Report We were lucky enough to have our friend Bryan Boice of HomeToGo give us a rundown on what to expect from travelers this summer — we're excited to share his insights with…
We’re excited to announce that we will be moving all Boost clients connected to Airbnb over to the Boost New User Interface (New UI)! Why is this an important update for your Airbnb connection? You'll be able to manage your Airbnb…
Vacation rental and travel marketing could have been seen as effortless over the last 24 months. The demand for travel has been at an all time high, the real estate market has been booming, and vacation rental managers might have…
This summer, temperatures are not the only things rising – gas prices are, too. According to US Travel Association, nearly 60% of American travelers saying that rising gas prices will impact their travel plans over the next six months. Based on…
While we all dream of taking a spontaneous getaway, vacations aren’t typically something we decide on overnight. Instead, we spend time online daydreaming and researching destinations, activities, and itineraries. Over the last few years, we have seen travel at its lowest and…
Bluetent Partner May 2022 Webinar with Booking.com | Diversify Your Distribution - made easy! Here at Bluetent we love to connect our Insiders with Industry Leaders and Tourism Partners that can help market your brand and your properties. In this…
Since 2020 a lot of things have happened that have made a mark in our industry for the long term. It is key for us to be aware and be prepared. Let’s look at some of the industry trends and…
Inside the Tent Spring 2022 Webinar with LSI Tools | Are you leaving money on the table? Maximizing your revenue with your own data Let’s say your ecosystem is looking good: You’ve got a great direct booking website…
5 Recommendations for boosting your review score and performance on Airbnb Reviews have become a staple of vacation rental listings on Airbnb and other online travel agencies (OTAs). They help guests verify that they have selected the perfect property for…
Everyone needs an SEO refresher course now and then. Getting your optimization ducks in a row prior to summer high season is a fine idea ... and the "professors" of Bluetent are here to help. Below, Bluetent’s experts give basic definitions…
Make life easier for your guests and increase bookings with Booking.com - Get 30% off your commission on Booking.com with their Summer Commission Discount Let’s build a stronger season with 30% off your commission with Booking.com Here’s how…
We kicked off our 2022 Conference Season in April with 2 amazing conferences! It was wonderful to see all our Bluetent Insiders, partners, and friends in the travel industry. Our team not only got to see so many familiar faces…
We have updates aplenty: The Boost user interface now offers exciting new features and enhancements; plus our partners at Airbnb have announced changes to their refund policy. Boost user interface updates You may have noticed a couple of exciting new…
Have your fees changed? Have you added new fees? Make sure you have all your fees mapped in Boost so that they will be properly applied and passed through to your property management software (PMS). Step-by-step instructions There are…
If you’re receiving last-minute cancellations, don’t worry. There are almost always other guests looking to book closer to arrival. How do you reduce the impact of cancellations and maximize revenue? By optimizing your pricing, availability, visibility, and conversion. Read on…
Flexible arrival search Curated advanced search experience Popular searches and landing pages Search by neighborhood Similar and nearby properties Trip sharing Services and add-ons Property details page Things to do, events, and blogs BONUS: Owner acquisition
Authenticity matters! Authenticity is what makes your brand stand out to potential travelers. By turning past guests into online influencers, you can enlist important cheerleaders for your brand and listings. 95 percent of travelers read online reviews before deciding…
If you haven't reviewed and refreshed your listings yet this spring, it's high time! It’s important to make sure your listings are up to date prior to high season. We’ve provided a quick checklist of key items to review as…
With all the demands of running a property management company, Booking.com knows that cancellations can be a headache. Many cancellations are genuinely unavoidable, but there are steps you can take to reduce cancellations and avoid “harmful” cancellations, those last-minute cancellations…
Are you listing your properties on Airbnb? If not, here are some good reasons (with data provided by Airbnb) to consider connecting to the channel through your Boost subscription: 1. 50% of new Airbnb listings receive a booking in…
What is World Compliment Day? Compliment Day was originated in the Netherlands in the early 2000s by Hans Poortvliet. The success of Compliment Day in his home country made him decide to take the feel-good initiative worldwide and make March…
Take advantage of three easy ways to show up online Google My Business (which used to be known as Google Local and Google Places) is the platform that powers Google's business listings. Your Google My Business listing gives your brand…
Are you looking for ways to be visible to more potential guests? Do you want more eyes on your listings to increase your occupancy or fill in some gaps on your calendar? Consider adding an additional online travel agency…
Put your listings where travelers are searching In a LinkedIn post in early February 2022, Amy Hinote of VRM Intel shared a graphic (included below) showing that, within the US, the percentage of direct bookings through professional vacation rental brands…
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