In this episode, host James Varley dives deep into the world of short-term rentals (STR) with Will Parry, CEO and Co-Founder of ALTIDO by Joivy.
Discover how Will transitioned from a career in finance to disrupting the STR space, emphasising the importance of direct bookings and effective revenue management in today's vacation rental landscape.
Hear about ALTIDO's unique approach to guest experience and how they're reshaping operations across six different countries. Will shares invaluable insights for Airbnb hosts looking to scale and thrive in a competitive market.
Don't miss this chance to learn from an industry leader! Tune in for expert advice and standout moments that can elevate your STR business.
3:41 Will’s journey in the travel industry, via finance and making apple juice
5:02 The apple juice industry
6:15 The story of ALTIDO, which started with one property on Airbnb
7:49 ALTIDO’s customers
9:44 ALTIDO is active in six countries – and each market is different
12:05 The biggest changes in the last decade
14:09 How ALTIDO has scaled operations
17:24 Getting listed on ALTIDO
20:00 Starting life with a new brand (saying goodbye to ALTIDO in 2024)
21:14 ALTIDO: An industry disruptor
24:07 Advice for hosts who want to scale
27:24 Is there room for all the tech companies in the STR space?
28:30 What are you most excited about in the STR industry?
30:00 The biggest threats to the industry
31:49 Favourite brand in the STR space apart from your own: Unplugged
34:11 Individual shout-out: Bob Garner from EnviroRental
35:48 Advice to companies starting out in STR
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