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Plum Guide listing guide cover image for vacation rental hosts showing how to publish and optimize short-term rental properties on Plum Guide platform.
Posted inMarketing & Distribution

Plum Guide Host Guide: Process, Costs & Success Tips

Is Plum Guide worth it for hosts? Explore our breakdown of the listing process, commissions, and expert tips to elevate your rental business.
Posted by Daniel Altman January 19, 2026
Airbnb hosting trends for 2026 with strategies to increase bookings and improve short-term rental performance for vacation rental hosts.
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Airbnb Trends 2026 Revealed: 8 Winning Hosting Strategies to Boost Your Bookings

Master the Airbnb trends 2026. Use these 8 proven strategies to increase occupancy and automate your vacation rental business effectively.
Posted by Daniel Altman January 14, 2026
Hostex unified calendar syncing Airbnb, Booking.com, Google, and direct reservations across multiple short-term rental properties.
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Expedia Channel Manager: Master Multi-Channel STR Hosting

Sync your listings with the best Expedia channel manager. Automate your guest messages, calendars, and pricing across all major platforms.
Posted by Daniel Altman January 2, 2026
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How to List on Furnished Finder: A Practical Guide for Airbnb Hosts

Discover practical strategies for Airbnb hosts to list on Furnished Finder and maximize mid term rental income.
Posted by Daniel Altman December 19, 2025
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How to Promote Airbnb Listing on Google (Step-by-Step Guide)

Learn how to promote Airbnb listing on Google with SEO, Google Vacation Rentals, and PPC ads to boost bookings.
Posted by Daniel Altman December 15, 2025
Abstract illustration representing strategies to improve Booking.com search ranking, focusing on vacation rental visibility, optimization, and increased booking performance for hosts.
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7 Ways to Boost Booking.com Ranking for Short-Term Rentals

Improve your Booking.com ranking with actionable strategies for short-term rentals and stand out in search results.
Posted by Sebastian Reed December 12, 2025
Abstract illustration representing strategies to increase Airbnb bookings, focusing on improved visibility, guest demand growth, and optimized vacation rental performance.
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How to Increase Airbnb Bookings: 9 Proven Strategies

Learn how to get more bookings on Airbnb with proven tactics for higher occupancy and a better guest experience.
Posted by Daniel Altman December 5, 2025
Hostex direct booking site for Your Exclusive Villa Retreat showing check-in, check-out, guests, and nightly rate options.
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Why Direct Booking Websites Are Crucial for Short-Term Hosts

Unlock the benefits of a direct booking website for short-term rentals. Increase control, reduce fees, and boost bookings for your business.
Posted by Daniel Altman October 20, 2025
Stacked phone mockups of a vacation rental host app showing a September 2019 Bookings calendar and guest list.
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Booking.com Extranet 101: The Ultimate Guide for Vacation Rental Hosts

Unlock the secrets to mastering the Booking.com Extranet! Learn advanced tips on pricing, visibility & more.
Posted by Daniel Altman October 13, 2025
Google search page for vacation rentals with property listings, star ratings, a map with house pins, and a pricing panel.
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How to Make Your Google Vacation Rentals Stand Out

Learn how to attract more bookings with expert tips to make your Google Vacation Rentals stand out and drive direct traffic.
Posted by Daniel Altman October 4, 2025

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