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Host Planet: Expert Insights for Short-Term Rentals

James Varley | Host Planet

Short-term rental hosting, Airbnb tips, direct bookings, vacation rental management – Host Planet is your go-to source for expert insights and real estate strategies.

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00:12:56

Instagram Strategies Every Airbnb Host Needs to Know

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2025/08/12

In this episode of Host Planet Bitesize – powered by Hostfully – Jennifer Knight from Savvy Social Solutions shares actionable tips for short-term rental hosts looking to step up their Instagram game. From creating authentic content that showcases your property’s personality to leveraging location-based posts that catch the right audience, Jennifer breaks down how hosts can stand out in a crowded feed.Whether you’re wondering how often to post, how to use Reels and Stories effectively, or if having

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00:25:38

Agency vs Self-Managing Your Holiday Let – What’s Best?

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2025/08/11

In this episode of Holiday Let Insider, Rachel Brennan, Senior Manager of Property Onboarding at Sykes Holiday Cottages, explains why partnering with an agency can be a game-changer for holiday let owners. Drawing on her experience helping thousands of property owners navigate the onboarding process, Rachel highlights how Sykes provides the tools, expertise, and daily support to make hosting simpler and more profitable.Whether you’re a first-time holiday let owner or feeling overwhelmed managing

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00:30:48

How to Run Smarter STR Operations with Breezeway

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2025/08/07

In this episode of the Host Planet Podcast, powered by Hostfully, we sit down with Jeremy Gall, the Founder and CEO of Breezeway, to explore what it really takes to run smart operations in the short-term rental (STR) world. From his early days building FlipKey to his current mission with Breezeway, Jeremy brings a wealth of experience and insight into the operational challenges hosts and property managers face today – and how technology can help them overcome these hurdles.Jeremy dives into the

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00:18:19

Never Miss Trash Day Again – STR Tips from CanMonkey

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2025/08/05

In this episode of Host Planet Bitesize, powered by Hostfully, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked – and often most frustrating – aspects of short-term rental management: trash. Alex Shapiro, CEO and Co-Founder of CanMonkey, joins us to share five practical tips to help hosts manage waste more efficiently, avoid neighbour complaints, and protect their guest experience.From sticking to the local schedule to setting up an on-call removal service, Alex walks us through the real-world

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00:38:09

How AI & Automation Can Help STR Hosts Win Back Time

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2025/07/31

In this episode of the Host Planet Podcast, we dive into the world of automation, AI, and practical tech tools that help short-term rental (STR) hosts reclaim their time and streamline operations.Our guest is Adam Buckmaster, Director, Product Marketing & Strategic Solutions at eviivo, a leading property management system (PMS) known for empowering hosts through smart, integrated technology. From instant messaging tools to smart guest communications and forward-thinking features, Adam shares

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00:12:12

Master Your Minimum Stay Strategy with PriceLabs

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2025/07/29

In this episode of Host Planet Bitesize, powered by Hostfully, we’re joined by Karishma Lunawat, Programme Operations Manager at PriceLabs, who breaks down five data-driven tactics short-term rental (STR) hosts can use to optimise their minimum stay strategies. Whether you're struggling to fill last-minute gaps or looking to avoid locking in bookings too far in advance, Karishma shares actionable insights that can help hosts protect revenue, boost occupancy, and maximise flexibility.From dynamic

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00:14:47

Holiday Let Mortgages Explained: What You Need to Know

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2025/07/28

Getting the financial side right is the foundation of any successful holiday let investment – and our special guest knows exactly how to help you do that. Joe Stallard, Director at House and Holiday Home Mortgages, joins the Host Planet Mortgage Podcast to break down what hosts and property investors really need to know when financing a short-term rental. From understanding lender expectations to why working with a specialist broker makes a huge difference, Joe shares practical advice to help you

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00:53:25

Is Your Direct Booking Website Useless?

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2025/07/24

In this episode of the Host Planet Podcast – sponsored by Hostfully – we sit down with Louis Andrews, Director and President of OVO Network, a leading direct booking brand with a portfolio of high-performing chalets in the French Alps. Louis doesn’t hold back on what most short-term rental operators are getting wrong when it comes to their direct booking websites. From poor UX to wasted marketing efforts, he shares what it really takes to turn browsers into bookers.Whether you're DIY-ing your

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00:18:43

Design Tips for Stunning Short-Term Rentals

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2025/07/22

Design is more than just aesthetics – it’s how your space makes guests feel, how it connects to the surroundings, and how well it stands the test of time. In this episode of Host Planet Bitesize, award-winning architect Peter Markos shares five essential design principles every short-term rental host should consider before breaking ground or revamping their property.From integrating natural elements to understanding bigger is not necessarily better, Peter’s advice is rooted in both practicality and

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00:30:19

Noise, Neighbours & STR Regulation: What Hosts Need...

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2025/07/17

What does it take to be a great host and a great neighbour? In this episode of the Host Planet Podcast, we’re joined by Nils Mattisson, CEO and Co-Founder of Minut – the leading smart monitoring solution designed for short-term rental hosts.Drawing on experience from his time at Apple and insights gained while founding Minut, Nils explains how hosts can maintain trust with neighbours, prevent party issues, and stay ahead of growing regulation – all while protecting guest privacy.We dive into how

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00:23:35

How to Rank Higher on Booking.com

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2025/07/15

If you're listing your property on Booking.com, this episode is essential listening. We’re joined by Miro Gospodinov, Founder and CEO of my Data Value, who shares expert tips on how to improve your visibility, increase bookings, and get the most out of Booking.com’s powerful platform.Miro explains how Booking.com’s algorithm works, why consistent optimisation matters, and what hosts and managers often overlook – from using the extranet more effectively to testing changes with real-time data

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00:37:40

Thinking of Buying a Holiday Let? Listen to This First

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2025/07/14

Is now a good time to invest in a holiday let? According to Rachel Brennan, Senior Manager of Property Onboarding at Sykes Holiday Cottages, the answer is yes – provided you approach it the right way. In this episode of Holiday Let Insider, Rachel explains why holiday lets continue to be a smart long-term investment and shares her top tips for choosing the right property and maximising returns.From picking the perfect location and securing the right mortgage to staying on top of regulations and

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00:44:18

Stop Building on Someone Else’s Land

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2025/07/10

Are short-term rental hosts putting their entire business at risk by relying too heavily on platforms like Airbnb? In this episode of the Host Planet Podcast, sponsored by Hostfully, we sit down with Humphrey Bowles, Founder and CEO of Truvi (formerly Superhog), to unpack why hosts need to stop "building on someone else’s land" – and what they can do to protect their properties and future-proof their operations.From the risks of unchecked guest bookings to the myths around instant book and

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00:11:03

How to Impress Guests (Without Breaking the Bank)

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2025/07/08

What separates an average short-term rental from one that guests rave about? According to Mark Lumpkin from STR Cribs, it often comes down to the simple, thoughtful details that elevate comfort, security, and overall experience. In this episode of Host Planet Bitesize, Mark shares practical, no-nonsense upgrades that property managers and hosts can implement to boost reviews, improve operations, and impress guests from the moment they arrive.From the type of bedding you choose, to the importance of

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00:31:42

This Vacation Rental Pricing Tool Thinks Differently

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2025/07/03

If you're still setting a base price and hoping for the best, it's time to rethink your entire approach to pricing. On this episode of the Host Planet Podcast, sponsored by Hostfully, we’re joined by Neal Cyr, CEO and Co-Founder at Quibble, to talk all things dynamic pricing – and why the strategies many hosts rely on are not just outdated, but potentially costing them bookings and revenue.Neal explains why fixed minimum rates and base prices might be doing more harm than good, how to find

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00:17:34

Stop Sounding Like a Robot! Messaging Tips for STR Hosts

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2025/07/01

In this episode of Host Planet Bitesize – sponsored by Hostfully – we welcome Jay Ullrich, CEO and Co-Founder of HostBuddy AI, to share five expert tips for automating your guest messaging without losing the personal touch.Whether you're just getting started with automation or looking to fine-tune your current setup, this episode will help you level up your systems, avoid common pitfalls, and get the most out of your AI tools – without sounding like a robot.Key takeaways:* Create well-timed,

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00:18:50

Top 5 Holiday Let Mortgage Mistakes (And How to Avoid...

Host Planet: Expert Insights for Short-Term Rentals ·

2025/06/30

Thinking of buying a holiday let? Before you dive into the mortgage process, don’t make these common mistakes.In this episode of the Host Planet Mortgage Podcast, we’re joined by Ben Walker from House and Holiday Home Mortgages, who shares the top five mistakes holiday let mortgage applicants often make — and how to avoid them. From choosing the right type of mortgage to ensuring your paperwork is in order, Ben offers clear, practical advice for navigating the finance side of short-term rental

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00:24:42

The Secret to Guest Loyalty? It Starts with a Great...

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2025/06/26

In this episode of the Host Planet Podcast – sponsored by Hostfully – we’re joined by Johanne Hedges, Co-Founder of LiBi, to explore how short-term rental hosts and property managers can build stronger guest loyalty – and boost revenue in the process. Johanne shares insights on how to elevate the guest experience through simple, hotel-inspired touches.From the power of a good mattress to the psychology behind premium add-ons, Johanne reveals how LiBi is helping operators across all budgets create

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00:17:08

Time to Regulate Airbnb Cleaners?

Host Planet: Expert Insights for Short-Term Rentals ·

2025/06/25

In this episode of Spotless Stays we dive into the urgent need for cleaning standards in the short-term rental industry. From how STR operators can learn from hotels to why expensive doesn’t always mean better, Stephanie Flint from Rural Stays shares practical insights to help property managers level up their operations.Key takeaways:* Without regulation, quality and consistency vary wildly – and that puts your guest experience at risk.* Even the highest-paid cleaner needs months of training to meet

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00:15:57

Stop Saying No To Pets!

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2025/06/24

In this episode of Host Planet Bitesize – sponsored by Hostfully – we’re joined by Chris Rule from Turno to break down five compelling reasons why vacation rental owners should consider allowing pets. From expanding your guest pool to increasing your nightly rate, Chris shares real-world insights that show how being pet-friendly can be a game-changer for short-term rental hosts looking to boost bookings and guest satisfaction.Chris also addresses common concerns – like cleaning and property care –

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