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The topic of internationalization and the vacation rental industry is an interesting one. There are huge dichotomies at play here; because although the vacation rental industry is truly global in nature, at its roots, property management is fundamentally local.

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Back in the mid-1990s, Robin and Heather Craigen enjoyed a career that can only be called idyllic: The couple ran charter trips on a 72-foot luxury yacht based in the British Virgin Islands.

Are you a tech-savvy vacation rental manager? Today, new technology options continue to accelerate the vacation rental industry, allowing managers to leverage technology to drive efficiencies within their business and to improve their overall revenue.

Steve Milo, CEO of Vacation Rental Pros, a mult

Knowing what social media will look like in 2017 will help your vacation rental properties connect on a deeper level with customers. To better understand social media trends for 2017, VRMA has put together the following list based on numerous industry blogs and our own insights.

Why segmenting and targeting ownership is crucial to vacation rental management companies.

As the VRM community looks to better manage short-stay accommodations, technology that helps to manage inventories and growth, as well as improve the ability to connect with clients remain vital tools.

More and more millennials choose vacation rentals over hotels when vacationing — and they’re looking to be your partner in booking. Millennials are a very hands-on generation, but will research their options thoroughly before making a final decision.

Let’s talk about the increasing importance of Mobile traffic in the vacation rental managers space.  I know, I know - you've been hearing talk about being "mobile-friendly" for years now, but that's not exactly what we’re talking about here.  

How will changes to short-term rental rules and regulations affect your business in 2017?

The Vacation Rental Management Association (VRMA), released the following statement in response to Idaho Governor Butch Otter’s signing of House Bill 216.

Knowing what social media will look like for your vacation rental management company will help your vacation rental properties connect on a deeper level with customers.

In the Q1 issue of Arrival, we examined new opportunities for the vacation rental management space. One such opportunity is the growth of the urban market.

When the bad reviews start pouring in, you might think there’s no coming back. Rest easy with these expert tips to bounce back and push forward.

With the prevalence of fraud and internet hacking, how do you ensure your organization plays it safe on the web? There is fraud risk everywhere on the internet, and with their skyrocketing popularity, vacation rental websites are no exception.

The power of the great idea you never thought you could pull off. Sometimes you just have to go for it.

Nearly 10 years ago, VRMA member Jennifer Frankenstein-Harris set out with a single, seemingly simple goal: list her condo online to generate rental income. Meeting that goal proved more difficult, but Jennifer eventually found success. Here's how.