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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...
direct booking sites need pms
STR Design Trends for 2025: The Architect’s Guide to Building Guest-First Stays
STR Design Trends for 2025: The Architect’s Guide to Building Guest-First Stays If you treat your STR like a true business, your design decisions need to support growth, guest retention, and premium positioning....
direct booking sites need pms
How to Use Email Funnels to Drive Repeat Stays
Most hosts focus on getting booked once. Smart hosts build a system that brings guests back. Email marketing—done right—lets you stay top of mind, deliver value, and convert happy guests into loyal, repeat...
direct booking sites need pms
From Staged to Soulful – Why Guest-First Design Converts Better
In this article, we’re getting hyper-focused on that first commonality: STORY. When you’re speaking to travelers through your direct booking website, it’s prime real estate for story. This is the space...
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