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Vacation Rental Pricing Strategy: 4 Mistakes Hosts Must Avoid- Zeevou

Vacation Rental Pricing Strategy: 4 Mistakes Hosts Must Avoid

Vacation rental revenue management is no rocket science. However, it is complex enough to lead ...

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Black Friday Deals for Vacation Rentals: 10 Enticing Promotion Ideas

What does scoring the best Black Friday deals mean for you? Do you consider it an unbeatable opportunity to hunt the best of the bargains?

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10 Essential Airbnb Hosting Tips for a Memorable Thanksgiving - Zeevou

10 Essential Airbnb Hosting Tips for a Memorable Thanksgiving 

Embarking on the journey of Airbnb hosting opens doors to extra income and exciting encounters worldwide. In navigating the ever-changing travel landscape...

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Top 3 Reasons to List on Expedia for Property Managers- Zeevou

Top 3 Reasons to List on Expedia for Property Managers

Every short term rental manager knows the significance of listing their property on multiple Online Travel Agencies...

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Airbnb Horror Stories to Make Hosts Think Twice Before Accepting Bookings- Zeevou

Airbnb Horror Stories to Make Hosts Think Twice Before Accepting Bookings

As Halloween approaches, it’s the perfect time to explore the chilling tales from the world of Airbnb. Beneath the surface of seemingly profitable stays lies a realm of unexpected horrors

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Collect Guest Emails to Boost Direct Bookings - Zeevou

Collect Guest Emails to Boost Direct Bookings

Why Collect Guest Email Addresses? Are you relying solely on third-party booking platforms like Airbnb or Booking.com to manage guest communications? While it seems convenient, you’re missing a key element

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From Setup to Success: A Guide to Luxury Home Rentals- Zeevou

From Setup to Success: A Guide to Luxury Home Rentals

Luxury home rentals present a unique opportunity for hosts to maximise their investment through exceptional guest experiences. Success begins with meticulous setup, including selecting prime locations, investing in high-quality furnishings,

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How to Import Your Airbnb Listing into a Direct Booking Website

After listing a vacation rental on several OTAs, many hosts look to launch their direct booking websites...

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Should Hosts Chase Airbnb Superhost Status?

Many Airbnb hosts, especially the recently joined ones, strive to become an Airbnb Superhost and get the badge on their listings and profile pages. Airbnb requires you to meet certain

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16 Vacation Rental Marketing Tips for 2024 - Zeevou

16 Vacation Rental Marketing Tips for 2024

Without vacation rental marketing, running a short-term rental business would be like throwing a wedding and forgetting to send invitations...

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News
Google's Free Booking Link- Zeevou

Google’s Free Booking Links: Best Rates for Travellers, More Direct Bookings for Hoteliers

With 86.62% of the search engine market shares in the United States of America and 93.2% of the...

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Streamlines Web Application Integration - Zeevou

Zeevou’s New Update Streamlines Web Application Integration Through OpenAPI and Integration with Zapier

What Is Web Application Integration and How Does it Help...

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Zeevou Wins VRMB's Keystone Awards 2021

Zeevou Wins VRMB’s Keystone Awards 2021

We are extremely pleased to announce that Zeevou was selected as one of the winners of the VRMB’s Keystone Awards...

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Zeevou Hospitality Award

Zeevou Receives 2020 LUXlife Magazine’s Hospitality Awards

Zeevou is proud to have won the LUXlife magazine’s 5th annual Hospitality Awards as the Best...

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Zeevou Academy, the Ultimate Learning Space for Short-term Rentals

In today’s world, the exclusivity of knowledge and experience is quite widespread. It’s a common belief...

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What Property Managers Must Know About New Restrictions on Hospitality Venues in England, January 5th 2021

What Property Managers Must Know About New Restrictions on Hospitality Venues in England, January 5th 2021

The first week of the new year started with some stressful news...

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Termination of Master Cancel by RentalGuardian

Termination of Master Cancel by RentalGuardian

To cover one of the most important developments in the hospitality and insurance industries, we are here with an update: the termination of Master Cancel by RentalGuardian. Since the beginning...

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Impacts of COVID-19 on Vacation Rentals: Short to Mid Term Webinar

Just like the other sections of the hospitality industry, vacation rentals have been hit by the recent pandemic and the big rebound hasn’t occurred yet. Impacts of COVID-19...

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Top 7 The 2020 Book Direct Show Presentations You Shouldn’t Miss!

Top 7 The 2020 Book Direct Show Presentations You Shouldn’t Miss!

How much do you know about The 2020 Book Direct Show? What is the ultimate goal...

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Direct Booking
10-Best-Vacation-Rental-Websites - Zeevou

The 10 Best Short-term Rental Websites for Listing Your Properties

Listing your property on a short-term rental website is non-negotiable for the success of your business...

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Google Tools for Direct Booking Website - Zeevou

11 Essential Google Tools for Your Direct Booking Website

Building a direct booking website is just the beginning. You should know how to optimise your website...

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Boost Your Airbnb Business with a Vacation Rental Website Builder

As an Airbnb host, you are aware of the importance of brand recognition for achieving success in the competitive vacation rental...

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All You Need to Know about Direct Booking Website Domains - Zeevou

All You Need to Know about Direct Booking Website Domains

In today's digital age, having a strong online presence is crucial for businesses in the hospitality industry...

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Do’s and Don’ts of vacation rental websites (FI) - Zeevou

Creating Your Dream Vacation Rental Website: Do’s and Don’ts 

In today’s digital age, a well-designed and user-friendly website is crucial for the success of your vacation rental business...

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How-to-Build-a-Property-Page-on-Your-Website-to-Guarantee-Bookings- Zeevou

How to Build a Good Property Page on Your Website?

Your direct booking website lets you engage with your potential guests and capture their attention to receive more commission-free...

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How to Get More Direct Bookings

Before we explore the ways that’ll help you get more direct bookings, let’s look at some facts as some of you may not be still convinced that direct bookings...

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Getting Started with Direct Booking

Are you ready for Direct Bookings in your short-term rental, holiday let, and Airbnb business? Imagine what vacation...

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SEO tips for vacation rental websites (FI)- Zeevou

8 Ultimate SEO Tips for Vacation Rental Websites

A great number of your likely guests use search engines to look for holiday and business accommodation...

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How-Zeevous-Features-Help-with-Property-Management-SEO- Zeevou

How Zeevou’s Features Help with Property Management SEO

The ultimate goal of any vacation rental manager is to get more direct bookings...

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A quick guide to website branding for vacation rentals (FI) - Zeevou

5 Essential Tips for Website Branding in Vacation Rentals

More than likely, you've been to at least one website that made you think, "Wow, this is awesome!"...

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How to Make the Most of Shoulder Season as a Host

For hosts, shoulder season is particularly important because it helps maintain a steady stream of bookings throughout the year...

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Optimise Revenue Streams with an Airbnb Calculator

Maximising your income as an Airbnb host requires setting the right prices. However, it can feel like a guessing game...

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The type of information they need to collect when taking on a new property to manage is what is included in a proper and comprehensive vacation rental property take-on form to download- Zeevou

Why Do Vacation Rental Managers Need to Use Property Take-on Forms?

In the dynamic world of vacation rental management, staying organised is the key to success. Property managers are...

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Booking.com Fees: What Hosts Need to Know

Booking.com is a widely used online travel agency that connects travellers with a variety of accommodation providers. For property managers looking to list...

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Everything-You-Need-to-Know-about-Turnkey-Vacation-Rentals- Zeevou

Everything You Need to Know about Turnkey Vacation Rentals

Our Arbitrage Properties blog post discussed a type of investment for entering the vacation rental business...

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Understanding the Booking.com Cancellation Policy

The Booking.com cancellation protocol is designed to offer flexibility and protection for both guests and hosts...

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Terms and Conditions for Direct Bookings - (FI) - Zeevou

What Are Terms and Conditions for Direct Bookings?

Terms and Conditions for direct bookings, a rental agreement, or contract between host and guest, are different names for the same...

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COVID-19
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10 Must-Have Board Games for Your Vacation Rental - Zeevou

10 Must-Have Board Games for Your Vacation Rental

What sets vacation rentals apart from hotels is the homey feel they offer their guests. As a result, providing whatever...

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10 Must-Have Indoor Activities to Keep Guests Entertained in Your Vacation Rental - Zeevou

10 Must-Have Indoor Activities to Keep Guests Entertained in Your Vacation Rental

Imagine happy guests curled up with a movie marathon on a rainy day, families laughing and playing...

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How to Attract More Business Travellers: Top 10 Corporate Housing Companies - Zeevou

How to Attract More Business Travellers: Top 10 Corporate Housing Companies

Attracting business travellers is a top priority for many short-term rental owners and managers...

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Unlock More Bookings with Vacation Rental Property Videos

In today’s world, dominated by platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo, the quest for vacation homes is largely...

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Ultimate Guide to Facebook Marketplace for Vacation Rentals - Zeevou

Ultimate Guide to Facebook Marketplace for Vacation Rentals

Did you ever know that using Facebook Marketplace for your vacation rentals exposes your short-term rentals to more...

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Zeevou’s Essential Tools for Your Airbnb Revenue Management 

Vacation rental revenue management means finding the perfect balance between pricing and occupancy to ensure maximum profits. This can be a complex and time-consuming task...

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10-Best-Vacation-Rental-Websites - Zeevou

The 10 Best Short-term Rental Websites for Listing Your Properties

Listing your property on a short-term rental website is non-negotiable for the success of your business...

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Customer Service
Crafting a Comprehensive Vacation Rental Agreement- Zeevou

Crafting a Comprehensive Vacation Rental Agreement

Not all travellers obey the rules and treat your property as their own home. As a property owner or manager, you should consider...

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The type of information they need to collect when taking on a new property to manage is what is included in a proper and comprehensive vacation rental property take-on form to download- Zeevou

Why Do Vacation Rental Managers Need to Use Property Take-on Forms?

In the dynamic world of vacation rental management, staying organised is the key to success. Property managers are...

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Vacation Rental Website Privacy Policy - (FI) - Zeevou

All You Need to Know about Vacation Rental Website Privacy Policy

Not only for vacation rental owners but also for any businesses that require data collection from their customers...

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What-Would-Be-the-Dream-Scenario-for-Vacation-Rental-Housekeeping- Zeevou

What Would Be the Dream Scenario for Vacation Rental Housekeeping?

Managing vacation rental housekeeping is key to bringing about the best guest experience...

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Listing on multiple channels - Zeevou

Should You List Your Vacation Rental on Multiple Channels?

When it comes to managing your vacation rental, one of the key decisions you'll face is where to list it. The rise of online platforms has...

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Google Tools for Direct Booking Website - Zeevou

11 Essential Google Tools for Your Direct Booking Website

Building a direct booking website is just the beginning. You should know how to optimise your website...

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Why Manage Vacation Rental Check-Outs with Extra Care - Zeevou

Why Manage Vacation Rental Check-Outs with Extra Care

Many short-term rental managers devote a lot of time and attention to improving check-ins and their first encounter with guests...

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The-Importance-of-Guest-Vetting- Zeevou

The Importance of Guest Vetting

We don’t live in an ideal world, so you don’t always host quiet and considerate guests. You may face risky reservations that could threaten your property...

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Vacation Rental Management Tips for Experts 

Vacation Rental Management Tips for Experts 

Vacation rental management is a dynamic and fast-growing business. So, you need to apply various tools and techniques...

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Industry Insights
Buying a Property for Airbnb: Steps to Ensure a Smart Investment- Zeevou

Buying a Property for Airbnb: Steps to Ensure a Smart Investment

From Sibling Dreamers to Airbnb Success! Jake and Emily had always been close. Growing up in a small town, they shared everything from secrets to summer adventures. As they grew

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VAT Guide: Cancellations & No-Shows in UK Rentals - Zeevou

VAT Guide: Cancellations & No-Shows in UK Rentals

Is VAT Applicable on Cancellations and No-Shows? The UK government implemented a new VAT policy on March 1, 2019, affecting non-refundable deposits for cancelled or missed bookings. This unexpected change

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7 Airbnb Welcome Basket Ideas Your Guests Will Admire

The moment your guests arrive at your property and start exploring their home away from home is the exact time to make your first...

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10 Must-Have Board Games for Your Vacation Rental - Zeevou

10 Must-Have Board Games for Your Vacation Rental

What sets vacation rentals apart from hotels is the homey feel they offer their guests. As a result, providing whatever...

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Airbnb-Neighbour-Complaints-Causes-Consequences-and-Solutions- Zeevou

Airbnb Neighbour Complaints: Causes, Consequences, and Solutions

Airbnb and short-term rentals can boost local economies by attracting tourists who spend money on...

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How to Make the Most of Shoulder Season as a Host

For hosts, shoulder season is particularly important because it helps maintain a steady stream of bookings throughout the year...

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Creating a Pet-Friendly Vacation Rental: Attract More Guests

The demand for pet-friendly vacation rentals has been on the rise as more travellers seek accommodations that cater to...

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Why You Need Multiple Location Property Management Software

Multiple Location Property Management Software is designed to help hosts oversee and manage properties spread across...

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Airbnb
Airbnb Instant Book- Zeevou

Airbnb Instant Book: What Hosts Need to Know

Airbnb Instant Book can be a game-changer for Airbnb hosts, boosting bookings and simplifying the process. However, it also means losing some control over who stays in your property. So,

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set your airbnb custom url - Zeevou

Airbnb Custom URL: All You Need to Know

Hosts can employ custom Airbnb URLs as Superhosts. Airbnb allows qualifying hosts to create a custom web address for each of their listings. Take control of your listing’s online presence!

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7 Airbnb Welcome Basket Ideas Your Guests Will Admire

The moment your guests arrive at your property and start exploring their home away from home is the exact time to make your first...

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Airbnb Rental Arbitrage: How to Turn Rent into Revenue

Airbnb rental arbitrage is rapidly emerging as a popular and profitable strategy for entrepreneurs in the vacation rental industry. By renting properties on a long-term basis and subletting them on

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10 Must-Have Board Games for Your Vacation Rental - Zeevou

10 Must-Have Board Games for Your Vacation Rental

What sets vacation rentals apart from hotels is the homey feel they offer their guests. As a result, providing whatever...

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Level-Up-Your-Hosting-Game-with-Airbnb-Plus- Zeevou

Level Up Your Hosting Game with Airbnb Plus

Airbnb Plus is an exclusive programme designed to help hosts elevate their properties and boost their earnings. By meeting high-quality standards and undergoing a thorough inspection process...

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Airbnb Long-Term Rental: Pros and Cons- Zeevou

Airbnb Long-Term Rental: Pros and Cons

Airbnb can be used for any kind of stay; from short-term vacations of two or three days to longer stays of a month or even more. In 2020, the popularity...

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8 Tips for Listing on Airbnb You Must Know

Listing on Airbnb is as easy as can be. Create an Airbnb account, fill out a few fields with your property’s information, upload a few photos, and there you go!

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Optimise-Revenue-Streams-with-an-Airbnb-Calculator- Zeevou

Optimise Revenue Streams with an Airbnb Calculator

Maximising your income as an Airbnb host requires setting the right prices. However, it can feel like a guessing game...

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