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You’ve listed your properties on the big OTAs – Airbnb, VRBO, and the like. But you’re tired of the fees, the third-party issues, and the lack of control.  So you’re diving into the world of direct...

With a wide variety of property management systems available on the market, what should you look for in a PMS? On the surface, implementing a PMS is a great way to streamline your operations and help you...

Hey there! 👋 We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to bring you some exciting updates to make managing your direct booking site smoother and more fun. Whether you’re already using our software or...

Introduction In the world of short-term rentals, filling calendar gaps—often called “orphan days”—can make a significant difference in revenue and occupancy rates. Orphan days are unbooked nights that...

Having an extensive portfolio doesn’t mean you must compromise on adding a bit of depth to your property page. A simple tagline on your property page can go a long way. Including the name of the...

While onboarding more clients onto CraftedStays, we found that many of them wanted to bring in more content from outside sources onto their direct booking pages. While we have the ability to show reviews...

The Direct Booking Quadrant: Building the Foundations for OTA Independence Direct bookings are the ultimate goal for many short-term rental hosts. They offer more control, higher profitability, and freedom...

In today’s mobile-driven world, optimizing your direct booking site for mobile users is crucial. Over 54% of global website traffic now comes from mobile devices, and nearly 60% of online travel bookings...