Technology

8/26/2024

In this episode of the VRMA Arrival podcast, we delve into the journey and insights of Pierre-Camille Hamana, the founder and CEO of Hospitable. Hospitable is a company dedicated to providing software solutions for property managers and hosts in the short-term rental industry.

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By Tommy Ciaccio | 8/20/2024

On today’s to-do list: one check-out, two check-ins, three maintenance tasks, and four hours yelling at the computer trying to make your software work. Too many property managers are bogged down in a psychological quagmire that’s holding them back from ditching outdated software, tech, and other processes.

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7/30/2024

In the latest episode of the VRMA Arrival Podcast, VRMA publications editor Alexa Schlosser interviews Tommy Ciaccio, head of business development for Avantio in the US and Canada. Ciaccio shares Avantio’s journey from its beginnings in Spain to its expansion into North American markets, highlighting their focus on innovation and local expertise.

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6/25/2024

In this episode of the VRMA Arrival podcast, Shahar Goldboim, co-founder and CEO of Boom, discusses how Boom is revolutionizing the property management industry through AI integration.

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4/30/2024

On this episode of the VRMA Arrival podcast, sponsored by Avalara, we welcomed ⁠Breezeway⁠ CEO ⁠Jeremy Gall⁠ to discuss the state and challenges of the short-term vacation rental market. Breezeway is an operations and guest experience platform serving clients in the vacation rental market.

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By Angel Piontek | 4/16/2024

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and smart property technology in short-term rentals transforms operations for owners and managers and enhances the guest experience by providing the convenience and personalization they expect.

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By TravelNet Solutions | 4/2/2024

Many software companies reference the “enterprise,” e.g. “enterprise caliber” or “enterprise class.” So, what does that actually mean, and why does it matter for the vacation rental industry?

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3/26/2024

In this episode of the VRMA Arrival podcast, VRMA editor Alexa Schlosser interviews Dave Payette, the founder of 365Villas, discussing his journey in founding the company and the influence of his background in technology. Payette shares his experience transitioning from the tech industry to the vacation rental sector and the challenges he faced as a property manager himself.

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By Abode Worldwide | 3/4/2024

In the rapidly evolving landscape of short-term rentals (STRs), staying ahead of technology trends is not just an advantage but a necessity for property managers. The recently launched STR Tech Index 2024 by Abode Worldwide is a comprehensive directory of insights mapping out the technological advancements that are shaping today’s vacation rental industry.

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2/26/2024

In this VRMA Arrival podcast episode, Sage Nathan of Minoan discusses the concept of systematizing furnishing in the context of short-term vacation rental businesses. Minoan is a tech platform that aims to streamline the furnishing process for vacation rental owners and operators. Sage emphasizes the challenges in the industry, such as using outdated systems like spreadsheets, and highlights the need for a more efficient approach.

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