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Exploring the best places to buy a holiday home across the UK could be your
Embarking on the journey of Airbnb hosting opens doors to extra income and exciting encounters
What does scoring the best Black Friday deals mean for you? Do you consider it
In the world of hospitality and travel, there often lies an inspiring story behind each
Effective vacation rental bookkeeping is the backbone of a successful Airbnb business. It goes beyond
Vacation rental revenue management means finding the perfect balance between pricing and occupancy to ensure
Communication is at the heart of every successful vacation rental experience. Whether you’re a seasoned
Effective communication is the cornerstone of successful property management. Hosts often face a myriad of
Traditional paper-based rental agreements can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and expensive to create. The process involves
In today’s digital age, efficiency and simplicity are paramount in the hospitality industry. As businesses
Listing your property on a short-term rental website is non-negotiable for the success of your
Channel managers are a crucial component of a short-term rental property manager’s tech stack. They
Due to their time-efficiency and cost-effectiveness, cloud-based accounting software has been increasingly in demand over
Owning a vacation rental can be a lot of work. You have to deal with
As a Booking.com host, your guests’ safety and enjoyment are top priorities. However, there are
In a world where journeys mean more than just reaching a place, Airbnb Experiences emerges
In the world of online travel bookings, flexibility and convenience are highly valued by both
In an ever-evolving digital landscape, Airbnb remains dedicated to safeguarding the privacy of its vibrant
“How to manage 10 properties at once” can be a daunting question for many aspiring
As a vacation rental owner or manager, you are the jack of all trades, from
Learning how to promote Airbnb listings on Google holds significant importance due to the search
After pouring in a lot of effort and enduring a rollercoaster of emotions, we’re thrilled
As a property manager, you deal with many operational issues to create a memorable guest
Managing vacation rental housekeeping is key to bringing about the best guest experience, and ultimately,
In an ever-evolving digital landscape, Airbnb remains dedicated to safeguarding the privacy of its vibrant
After pouring in a lot of effort and enduring a rollercoaster of emotions, we’re thrilled
After putting in a lot of blood, sweat, and tears, we are happy to share
To address the needs of the world travelling again, Airbnb is rolling out a new
The possibility to work from home in the post-pandemic world has tremendously changed life and
During the Coronavirus crisis, some listing platforms, such as Airbnb, got more serious about long-term
Vacation rental management entails a lot of text switching before, after and during a guests’
With 86.62% of the search engine market shares in the United States of America and
What Is Web Application Integration and How Does it Help Your Business? ‘Web Application Integration’
We are extremely pleased to announce that Zeevou was selected as one of the winners
Zeevou is proud to have won the LUXlife magazine’s 5th annual Hospitality Awards as the
In today’s world, the exclusivity of knowledge and experience is quite widespread. It’s a common
The first week of the new year started with some stressful news for people in
To cover one of the most important developments in the hospitality and insurance industries, we
Just like the other sections of the hospitality industry, vacation rentals have been hit by
How much do you know about The 2020 Book Direct Show? What is the ultimate
The ultimate goal of any vacation rental manager is to get more direct bookings, as
We are so delighted to announce that Zeevou’s commission-free property listing website, Zeevou Direct, has
Natacha Parmantier is a vacation rental owner who holds a Marketing Strategy Consulting program to get
Zeevou has published its strategic and development plan in the form of a roadmap. The
Zeevou has been featured in the list of the Top 10 Vacation Rental Management Systems
Booking.com Closes all UK Calendars until May 9th. After Airbnb’s blocking booking calendars in wake
Zeevou’s success in winning The Best Channel Manager Award at the Shortyz 2020 created a
Best Channel Manager Award Best Channel Manager was the most contested category at the Shortyz
Zeevou’s new pricing strategy has now been put into place! The roll-out has been eagerly
HOST 2019 brings together the latest developments in the vacation rental and short let business.
Zeevou, a vacation rental channel manager, is set to exhibit at HOST 2019. Our Team
Startup Grind Shortlists Zeevou Startup Grind has shortlisted Zeevou. As a result, it is amongst
What does scoring the best Black Friday deals mean for you? Do you consider it
Listing your property on a short-term rental website is non-negotiable for the success of your
Building a direct booking website is just the beginning. You should know how to optimise
As an Airbnb host, you are aware of the importance of brand recognition for achieving
In today’s digital age, having a strong online presence is crucial for businesses in the
In today’s digital age, a well-designed and user-friendly website is crucial for the success of
Your direct booking website lets you engage with your potential guests and capture their attention
Whether you run a hotel or an Airbnb business, you should consider direct booking as
Before we explore the ways that’ll help you get more direct bookings, let’s look at
Are you ready for Direct Bookings in your short-term rental, holiday let, and Airbnb business?
A great number of your likely guests use search engines to look for holiday and
More than likely, you’ve been to at least one website that made you think, “Wow,
Have you ever wondered why Online Travel Agencies convert visitors so high, but you can’t
After listing a vacation rental on several OTAs, many hosts look to launch their direct
There’s a heated debate among vacation rental managers and serviced apartment operators over the dilemma
OTAs (Online Travel Agencies) and listing sites play an increasingly important role in the vacation
How should I set a nightly rate for my vacation rental? How can I make
Another tumultuous year has come to an end, and 2023 is finally here. What 2023
As many property owners are entering the short-term rental business to earn a good deal
To increase your bookings, you first need to find your way to get your listings
Many vacation rental owners have been able to sustain a decent revenue level for a
A direct booking website is an unignorable keystone to building a self-reliant lucrative rental business
How did you book your last vacation flight and/or accommodation? The answer must be online
Why are direct bookings so important for short-term rental owners? Direct bookings benefit both vacation
Millions of travellers use search engines to find and book accommodations. There is also a
There are multiple third-party platforms to list your properties, yet more reliance on them could
Traditional digital advertising channels have lost their efficiency by large. Ads that rely heavily on
Words have the magic power to captivate. Copywriting will teach you how to mingle words
Capturing more direct bookings will sooner or later require building a good direct booking website.
Now that you’ve established one (or more) top-performing vacation rentals, have overcome early challenges and
Effective vacation rental bookkeeping is the backbone of a successful Airbnb business. It goes beyond
Vacation rental revenue management means finding the perfect balance between pricing and occupancy to ensure
Effective communication is the cornerstone of successful property management. Hosts often face a myriad of
Due to their time-efficiency and cost-effectiveness, cloud-based accounting software has been increasingly in demand over
In the world of online travel bookings, flexibility and convenience are highly valued by both
As a vacation rental owner or manager, you are the jack of all trades, from
As a property manager, you deal with many operational issues to create a memorable guest
Managing vacation rental housekeeping is key to bringing about the best guest experience, and ultimately,
Many hosts are on the fence about hiring housekeeping and maintenance services and arranging routine
Nothing is more enjoyable for a vacation rental manager than a jam-packed booking calendar and
If you’re looking to create a captivating and inviting space for your vacation rental, you’re
Managing vacation rentals can be a rewarding venture, but it comes with its fair share
Lockdowns and new normals have proved working remotely is an alternative to conventional work arrangements.
In today’s digital age, having a strong online presence is crucial for businesses in the
All property owners and managers’ ultimate goal is to generate a healthy stream of income.
By Jill Mason, Founder and CEO of VRScheduler Every home requires regular maintenance and routine
Picture this: You’ve invested your hard-earned money into a beautiful serviced accommodation property, dreaming of
Many short-term rental managers devote a lot of time and attention to improving check-ins and
Booking pet-friendly vacation rentals is becoming increasingly popular among travellers. As a property manager, it’s
More than likely, you’ve been to at least one website that made you think, “Wow,
There are several reasons for starting your own vacation rental business. For example, you might
Many vacation rental managers are in two minds about whether or not safeguard their properties
Dynamic pricing for vacation rentals entails setting flexible nightly rates based on real-time demand. Algorithms
Pricing properties is a key factor in the vacation rental industry. In order to get
Automation software and a good Property Management System (PMS) reduce, practically, all property managers’ obligations
Another tumultuous year has come to an end, and 2023 is finally here. What 2023
Managing short-term rentals has never been a piece of cake and it’s one of the
If you google ‘the most profitable vacation rentals, you might face long explanations about the
How do you make adjustments when you face a crisis in your life? How do
As a vacation rental owner, you’re dealing with various issues, such as housekeeping, growing revenue,
Listing your property on a short-term rental website is non-negotiable for the success of your
Channel managers are a crucial component of a short-term rental property manager’s tech stack. They
When it comes to managing your vacation rental, one of the key decisions you’ll face
Nothing is more enjoyable for a vacation rental manager than a jam-packed booking calendar and
Have you recently started a hospitality business, or are you considering getting into the vacation
Channel managers are the unquestionable heroes of vacation rental management in our era. They save
Capturing more direct bookings will sooner or later require building a good direct booking website.
Ranking higher within Airbnb’s search results among an endless list of similar listings translates to
Every short term rental manager knows the significance of listing their property on multiple Online
Promotions are powerful tools for marketing and optimising revenue in the short-term rental industry. In
Have you heard of people talking about channel managers, OTAs, iCal, and APIs but are
We are extremely pleased to announce that Zeevou was selected as one of the winners
How do I list on Booking.com? If you are a vacation rental manager you will
For a vacation rental property manager, nothing is probably more terrifying than overbookings. Although capturing
Using several channels increases the visibility of your vacation rental and serviced apartments and hence
Best Channel Manager Award Best Channel Manager was the most contested category at the Shortyz
Solo travel is already on the rise, and it’s the next big thing. In this
Smart locks are more affordable for your Airbnb business. The sleek and shiny design of
Hosting is hard work. You have to take care of a whole lot from getting
Whether you are looking for someone to manage your property as a short-term rental or
Due to their time-efficiency and cost-effectiveness, cloud-based accounting software has been increasingly in demand over
Welcome to a new era of guest communication where conversations are not limited to traditional
Thanks to the growth of online booking platforms, vacationers are provided with various options for
Your payment gateway integration directly affects the conversion rate on your direct booking website. An
It is amazing how technology has changed our lives; it can fill in the gaps
Capturing more direct bookings will sooner or later require building a good direct booking website.
What Is Web Application Integration and How Does it Help Your Business? ‘Web Application Integration’
Have you heard of people talking about channel managers, OTAs, iCal, and APIs but are
Airbnb pricing tools such as Beyond Pricing and PriceLabs are what you need to have
Sage Pay has rebranded. From July 13th, 2020, Sage Pay will be known as Opayo
Communication tools are a must in a property manager’s toolbox. You need to communicate with
KeyNest and Zeevou have announced an integration between their services The integration allows short-term rental
To set the right price based on changes in demand, applying a dynamic pricing software
Tweaking the minimum night stay rules and changing the nightly price for special occasions would
Another tumultuous year has come to an end, and 2023 is finally here. What 2023
The possibility to work from home in the post-pandemic world has tremendously changed life and
The first week of the new year started with some stressful news for people in
Just like the other sections of the hospitality industry, vacation rentals have been hit by
“ COVID-19 is putting an end to 11 years of unprecedented growth in the hotel
There is no doubt that COVID-19 has largely impacted the hospitality industry. The flow of
Here to Help – how can we best help? In light of the COVID-19 pandemic
COVID-19 and Airbnb Hosts, how to get additional direct bookings, more Airbnb/Booking.com traffic and turn
As the number of coronavirus cases is growing worldwide, more and more travellers are temporarily
What does scoring the best Black Friday deals mean for you? Do you consider it
Vacation rental revenue management means finding the perfect balance between pricing and occupancy to ensure
Listing your property on a short-term rental website is non-negotiable for the success of your
As in many businesses, the trend of using smart phones for managing tasks is increasing
In today’s digital age, a well-designed and user-friendly website is crucial for the success of
Are you a host looking to provide a new and exciting experience for your guests?
My sister and I planned to visit Rome during the Christmas holidays in 2018. Initially,
Your direct booking website lets you engage with your potential guests and capture their attention
A great number of your likely guests use search engines to look for holiday and
Have you ever wondered why Online Travel Agencies convert visitors so high, but you can’t
OTAs (Online Travel Agencies) and listing sites play an increasingly important role in the vacation
How should I set a nightly rate for my vacation rental? How can I make
Vacation rental revenue management is no rocket science. However, it is complex enough to lead
Without vacation rental marketing, running a short-term rental business would be like throwing a wedding
‘Success is not measured by what you do compared to what somebody else does. Success
Having a close-knit and consolidated property management staff is valuable for a property owner. Various
To increase your bookings, you first need to find your way to get your listings
Imagine you’re grocery shopping. You go for a packet of breakfast cereal, but there’s only
How do we feel at home? We have no problem using electrical appliances and do
Many vacation rental owners have been able to sustain a decent revenue level for a
How did you book your last vacation flight and/or accommodation? The answer must be online
Maximising profit is the ultimate goal of every vacation rental manager. Establishing specific pricing strategies
Renting out your vacation rental(s) at the right price is an art. Technology has made
According to Statista, over two-thirds of Instagram users are aged between 18-34. This is great
“Entertainment is the greatest socializing force in the world” Daniel Beaty Believe it or not,
Traditional digital advertising channels have lost their efficiency by large. Ads that rely heavily on
The favourite time of the year is fast approaching, and travellers are deciding where to
What sets vacation rentals apart from hotels is the homey feel they offer their guests.
Vacation rental managers and property owners have countless ways to catch up on short-term rental
Words have the magic power to captivate. Copywriting will teach you how to mingle words
Managing vacation rental housekeeping is key to bringing about the best guest experience, and ultimately,
When it comes to managing your vacation rental, one of the key decisions you’ll face
Building a direct booking website is just the beginning. You should know how to optimise
My sister and I planned to visit Rome during the Christmas holidays in 2018. Initially,
Many short-term rental managers devote a lot of time and attention to improving check-ins and
We don’t live in an ideal world, so you don’t always host quiet and considerate
Vacation rental management is a dynamic and fast-growing business. So, you need to apply various
‘Success is not measured by what you do compared to what somebody else does. Success
A short-term rental (STR) business demands many tasks from hosts and property managers. These tasks
Imagine you’re grocery shopping. You go for a packet of breakfast cereal, but there’s only
As a vacation rental manager, you know exactly the difficulty of running an efficient and
Images are powerful tools to showcase your property and help travellers imagine themselves in your
Effective communication with your guests is key to boosting your vacation rental business. Airbnb message
Great property managers should always be on top of things, no matter where they are.
Peak season is a significant period in which you can amplify your vacation rental revenue.
Maximising profit is the ultimate goal of every vacation rental manager. Establishing specific pricing strategies
One of the crucial roles of property managers is to ensure that funds flow flawlessly
We don’t live in an ideal world, so some travellers don’t obey the rules and
Renting out your vacation rental(s) at the right price is an art. Technology has made
According to Statista, over two-thirds of Instagram users are aged between 18-34. This is great
There are multiple third-party platforms to list your properties, yet more reliance on them could
Smart locks will secure your vacation rental and bring you peace of mind. Not only
Language barriers can cause unexpected hiccups and big problems. Many funny incidents occur in hospitality
“Entertainment is the greatest socializing force in the world” Daniel Beaty Believe it or not,
Traditional digital advertising channels have lost their efficiency by large. Ads that rely heavily on
The favourite time of the year is fast approaching, and travellers are deciding where to
As a short-term rental owner, you need safe and effective ways to settle online payments
The primary basis of hospitality is guest experience, delivering unique experiences that your guests can
A security deposit is like a shield for your vacation rental property. That is why
Ranking higher within Airbnb’s search results among an endless list of similar listings translates to
What does scoring the best Black Friday deals mean for you? Do you consider it
Communication is at the heart of every successful vacation rental experience. Whether you’re a seasoned
Traditional paper-based rental agreements can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and expensive to create. The process involves
Listing your property on a short-term rental website is non-negotiable for the success of your
As a Booking.com host, your guests’ safety and enjoyment are top priorities. However, there are
As a vacation rental owner or manager, you are the jack of all trades, from
As a property manager, you deal with many operational issues to create a memorable guest
Managing vacation rental housekeeping is key to bringing about the best guest experience, and ultimately,
Many hosts are on the fence about hiring housekeeping and maintenance services and arranging routine
When it comes to managing your vacation rental, one of the key decisions you’ll face
Nothing is more enjoyable for a vacation rental manager than a jam-packed booking calendar and
Building a direct booking website is just the beginning. You should know how to optimise
The question of how a short-term rental investment can be profitable concerns many property managers.
Today, we’re living in the era of innovation, where the extraordinary capabilities of Artificial Intelligence
Rules and regulations of running a vacation rental business vary depending on your location. Airbnb
The hospitality industry has undergone significant changes in recent years, and it’s an exciting time
Are you a host looking to provide a new and exciting experience for your guests?
My sister and I planned to visit Rome during the Christmas holidays in 2018. Initially,
The hospitality industry is rapidly evolving, with new technologies and innovations emerging to make property
What better way to celebrate the International Day of Families than with a family-friendly vacation
Your direct booking website lets you engage with your potential guests and capture their attention
Many short-term rental managers devote a lot of time and attention to improving check-ins and
We don’t live in an ideal world, so you don’t always host quiet and considerate
Have you ever wondered why Online Travel Agencies convert visitors so high, but you can’t
There’s a heated debate among vacation rental managers and serviced apartment operators over the dilemma
OTAs (Online Travel Agencies) and listing sites play an increasingly important role in the vacation
Many vacation rental managers are in two minds about whether or not safeguard their properties
Thanks to the growth of online booking platforms, vacationers are provided with various options for
Dynamic pricing for vacation rentals entails setting flexible nightly rates based on real-time demand. Algorithms
How should I set a nightly rate for my vacation rental? How can I make
Mastering the art of setting an Airbnb cleaning fee is important for hosts seeking to
Embarking on the journey of Airbnb hosting opens doors to extra income and exciting encounters
In a world where journeys mean more than just reaching a place, Airbnb Experiences emerges
In the world of online travel bookings, flexibility and convenience are highly valued by both
Learning how to promote Airbnb listings on Google holds significant importance due to the search
If you’re looking to create a captivating and inviting space for your vacation rental, you’re
As an Airbnb host, you are aware of the importance of brand recognition for achieving
Additional guests are a nuisance everywhere, be it a party, gathering, trip or Airbnb extra
Airbnb Hacked and Bookings Lost: How to Proceed- Zeevou
Listing on Airbnb is as easy as can be. Create an Airbnb account, fill out
After listing a vacation rental on several OTAs, many hosts look to launch their direct
There’s a heated debate among vacation rental managers and serviced apartment operators over the dilemma
In December 2020, Airbnb went public, making it a hot topic in the stock market
Vacation rental revenue management is no rocket science. However, it is complex enough to lead
Guest screening is one of the top concerns of every Airbnber. No vacation rental manager
To run a more sustainable vacation rental business and get more bookings in the long
Undoubtedly, listing on Airbnb can bring every short-term rental business enhanced exposure, a steady income
Do you know how to measure your performance on Airbnb as a host? How can
Alison and her friends were going to spend a week in Torraca, Italy. They booked
Being a vacation rental owner or manager, there are times you can use a community
How do we feel at home? We have no problem using electrical appliances and do
The moment your guests arrive at your property and start exploring their home away from
Many vacation rental owners have been able to sustain a decent revenue level for a
How can I manage an Airbnb like a pro? How can I run a successful
Dealing with overly fussy guests and negative Airbnb reviews are every vacation rental manager’s chronic
Effective communication with your guests is key to boosting your vacation rental business. Airbnb message
To address the needs of the world travelling again, Airbnb is rolling out a new
Airbnb’s cancellation refunds to guests in the early stages of the pandemic provoked a storm
Can a faster broadband connection increase the value of an Airbnb? Should you publish your
The possibility to work from home in the post-pandemic world has tremendously changed life and
Zeevou streamlines various aspects of managing your short-term rental company,
allowing you to focus more on scaling your business.
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