#Opinion
The STR Defense Playbook: Dismantling the Anti-Tourism Narrative
A strategic framework for defending short-term rentals against coordinated media narratives and regulatory crackdowns — from industry-level data trusts to individual operator tactics.
Gianpaolo Vairo·5 hours ago
The True Cost of Acquisition: The Real Maths Behind Direct Bookings vs. OTAs
Why your direct booking channel isn't saving you as much as you think — and when it actually pays off
Gianpaolo Vairo·1 day ago
The AI Illusion: Why Short-Term Rental Intermediaries Are Losing Their Moats
AI agents are stripping away every moat OTAs once relied on — loyalty programs, unique inventory, and bundling won't save them.
Gianpaolo Vairo·1 day ago