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Vrbo can pick its spots to compete with Airbnb. But it's not a zero-sum game and parent company Expedia has no expectation of "beating" Airbnb. Vrbo took some not-so-veiled shots at the quality of ...

Vacation rental company Vrbo took a swing at its main competitor, Airbnb, this month with a provocative billboard campaign. It may not have worked. "Think of us as Airbnb's hotter, cooler, friendlier, ...

Vacation rentals come in all layouts and sizes. But if you plan to book one, there’s a good chance you’ll do it on Airbnb or Vrbo. The two platforms are among the most popular options for travelers ...

The easier route for platforms to scale listings is to contract with property managers. But Airbnb thinks that the secret sauce is individual hosts. Short-term rental veterans for years have said ...

Airbnb and Vrbo demand is strong this summer, but a glut of supply continues to pinch hosts. One host said he felt the need to find a niche, as an engagement destination, to stay competitive. But some ...

Elizabeth Ellington, 51, bought her first short-term rental in 2005 in Fiji. Later on she started using Airbnb and has two properties on both platforms. Ellington uses both, but says they have their ...

Mayfield Village joins Hillcrest communities such as Highland Heights, Richmond Heights and Mayfield Heights in no longer ...

The golden days of Airbnb are fading. What started as an innovative way to experience authentic local life has morphed into ...