Compliance is working, responsible hosts are being recognized, and the City is finally capturing the revenue that keeps tourism strong and neighborhoods supported.

If you’ve ever wondered how much your reviews really matter — or why some guests spend weeks deciding where to book — here’s your answer. Reviews are money.

San Antonio is one of the most profitable and active short-term rental (STR) markets in Texas. Whether you’re a local homeowner or investor looking at your first (or next) Airbnb property, running the numbers before you commit is key.

Design is so important when thinking about guest comfort. Have you stayed in your STR listing to try it out?

Professional, high-quality photos aren’t just decoration — they’re a business investment.

As short-term rental hosts in San Antonio, we have a simple but powerful responsibility: to be good neighbors.

The Texas Short-Term Rental Association (TXSTRA) has officially launched as a statewide trade association representing short-term rental owners, operators, and service providers across Texas.

With the launch of its new AI Mode, Google LLC is taking a decisive step toward merging search, discovery and trip-planning into a single, self-contained experience.

Airbnb has announced upcoming adjustments to its service fees — but not every host will be affected. The changes roll out this fall, and...

Airbnb is in the middle of what CEO Brian Chesky calls a complete “gut renovation” of the business. Speaking at the Skift Global Forum on...

I had my second Airbnb experience this past week where this type of couch is the primary seating  in the living room. Honestly, it’s the...

By Shelley Galbraith , Chair – Short Term Rental Association of San Antonio (STRASA) One of the biggest surprises for new short-term...

Vrbo listings won’t just live on Vrbo anymore. Soon, they’ll appear across Expedia’s massive ecosystem—on Expedia.com , partner airline...

What Airbnb's strategy means for hosts.

STR insurance is required in San Antonio. Do you know what that entails?

By Shelley Galbraith , Chair – Short Term Rental Association of San Antonio (STRASA) Shout out to my dear friend Annik Rauh,...

Insights from Hostaway’s 2025 STR AI Report Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic buzzword—it’s quickly becoming a tool...

Short-term rental (STR) hosting is more competitive than ever. With new regulations, shifting guest expectations, and evolving platform...

By Shelley Galbraith , Chair – Short Term Rental Association of San Antonio (STRASA) As short-term rental (STR) hosts, we provide more...

As of April 21, 2025 , Airbnb now shows the total price of a stay—including nightly rate, cleaning, and service fees—by default  in...