Fifty years after its founding, Mountain Laurel Chalets remains a model of what hospitality can be when it’s rooted in trust, family, and care.

Airbnb is testing hotel listings in restricted markets.

Planning a trip just got a whole lot smarter. Expedia has launched a new app inside ChatGPT that lets travelers find and plan their stays through a simple conversation — no switching between tabs, no endless searches. Starting October 6, 2025, anyone logged into ChatGPT (outside the EU) can simply type something like: “Expedia, find me a hotel room in New York for under $400 in November.” Instantly, the Expedia app will respond in chat with real-time results — including hote

Airbnb is quietly reshaping travel again — this time, not with new fees or filters, but with new social features.

The 2025 State of Work Report from Breezeway confirms what most short-term rental operators already know deep down: this work is more complex, more demanding, and more human than ever before.

The U.S. short-term rental market remains strong and resilient — but it’s also maturing. As regulations tighten and guest expectations evolve, hosts who blend technology, professionalism, and local authenticity will rise to the top. The future belongs to those who run their rentals like businesses, not hobbies.

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 most uncomfortable piece of furniture I’ve ever encountered. I know it’s expensive to furnish an Airbnb—but please, think of your guests. Have you actually sat on this couch to watch a movie or unwind? If not, give it a try—you’ll see what I mean. The living room sets the tone for the whole stay, and small mistakes can ruin the comfort facto

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.