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The Three Pillars of Operational Excellence That Drive 40% Direct Bookings
When most hosts think about increasing direct bookings, they immediately jump to marketing tactics, social media strategies, or website improvements. But what if the secret to consistent 20-40% direct...
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Stop Marketing to Everyone: The Power of Defining Your Perfect Guest
Picture this: You’ve spent hours crafting property descriptions, uploading stunning photos, and optimizing your listings across multiple platforms. Yet your bookings remain inconsistent, and when...
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Growing Direct Bookings with Consistent Content and Audience-Centered Value
You don’t need a massive following to drive direct bookings. What matters more is how often you show up—and whether what you post is actually useful to your ideal guest. This post breaks down a repeatable...
direct booking sites need pms
The 3 Things That Keep Guests Coming Back—and Booking Direct
Why do some operators get repeat bookings like clockwork—while others struggle to fill their calendars? It’s not about having the most luxurious property. It’s not about the cheapest rate. And it’s definitely...
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Beyond Beautiful Websites: Introducing the CraftedStays Marketing Hub
You’ve built a stunning direct booking website. Your guests love the experience. Your conversion rates are climbing. But here’s what we’ve been hearing from hundreds of hosts: “I...
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Airbnb's 2025 Policy Changes: Why STR Operators Are Accelerating Direct Booking Strategies
Something interesting has been happening in our industry. Over the last four months, we’ve watched a surge of hosts reaching out about building their own booking websites. The numbers are pretty...
direct booking sites need pms
How to Build a Direct Booking Brand That Guests Remember
Most hosts treat marketing as listing optimization. Here’s how to build a guest-first brand that drives direct bookings and long-term success. If you think marketing your short-term rental begins and ends...
CraftedStays and Hostfully partnership for direct booking websites
Announcing Our Partnership with Hostfully: Bringing World-Class Direct Booking Websites to Award-Winning Property Management
Building the future of direct bookings, one integration at a time. We’re thrilled to announce our official partnership with Hostfully, the award-winning property management platform trusted by thousands...
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