Overbooked and Over It: Rebalancing Travel in a Crowded World
As record-breaking crowds hit the road for July 4th, cities across Europe are pushing back against overtourism. In this episode, we dive into how destinations are rethinking visitor strategy—and what ...
20 Jun 20253min
Crypto in the Himalayas & Chaos in Hotel Data: Bhutan and HEDNA Shake Up Travel
Bhutan embraces crypto to power rural tourism, while hotels wrestle with data overload in the quest for more direct bookings. This episode unpacks how innovation and integration—or lack thereof—are re...
19 Jun 20253min
Why Travel Loyalty Programs Are Losing Their Spark—and How to Fix Them
In this episode, we explore where travel loyalty programs are falling short and how brands can fix them. Loyalty Status Co.'s Mark Ross-Smith and MeProtocol’s Robert Wesley argue it’s time to shift fo...
18 Jun 20253min
AI Check-Ins and Citywide Strategy: Sabre and Louisville Set the New Standard
Sabre Hospitality upgrades its booking engine with next-gen AI to streamline hotel ops. Meanwhile, Louisville proves that sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a citywide mission. From guest satis...
17 Jun 20252min
Ballot Boxes & Black Boxes: Airbnb Gets Political, Flyers Get Anxious
In this episode of the STR Daily Podcast, we unpack Airbnb’s $5 million political gamble in New York City—why they’re backing a SuperPAC, who’s in the crosshairs, and what this means for STR managers ...
16 Jun 20252min
STR Impact, Guest Experience, and the Real Winners of Regulation
Airbnb says it powered $90 billion in economic activity last year, but what does that really mean for STR managers, local economies, and the future of hospitality? In this episode, we break down the k...
13 Jun 20253min
AI Agents, Climate Shifts, and the STR Opportunity in 2025
In this episode of the STR Daily Podcast, we explore two emerging forces reshaping short-term rentals: the rise of intelligent automation and the growing impact of climate-driven travel patterns. From...
12 Jun 20253min
Smarter Stays: Hybrid Pricing Models & Italy’s Remote Check-In Victory
In today’s episode, we explore two major updates reshaping short-term rental operations. First, we break down the hybrid length-of-stay pricing model that’s redefining how property managers maximise r...
11 Jun 20254min
