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CraftedStays - Book Direct Day 2025.
BOOK DIRECT Day 2025
Book Direct Day, celebrated annually on the first Wednesday of February, is a global movement aimed at encouraging travelers to book directly with property managers, owners, and hosts. The goal is to highlight...
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Why Updating the Copyright Year on Your Website Matters
Why Updating the Copyright Year on Your Website Matters Your website is often the first impression guests or clients have of your business. Every detail counts—especially the ones that might seem minor,...
CraftedStays announces partnership with Guesty to simplify direct bookings and streamline property management.
CraftedStays partners with Guesty to Simplify Direct Bookings
CraftedStays partners with Guesty to enable hosts to create high-converting direct booking sites deeply integrated with their PMS.
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The Power of Segmentation: How to Make the Most of Your Email Lists
If you’ve already mastered collecting emails from your short-term rental or vacation rental website, you’re off to a great start. But simply building a list isn’t enough—you need to know what to do with...
Custom domain names and their importance for direct booking sites to enhance branding and credibility
Why Having Your Own Domain Name Matters for Your Direct Booking Site
Direct booking sites are the cornerstone of a successful short-term vacation rental business. They allow hosts to connect with guests directly, bypass platform fees, and create a personalized booking experience....
Person working on a laptop to build a direct booking website using WordPress for property management.
How to Build a Direct Booking Website using WordPress
Looking to build your direct booking site on WordPress? Here’s a detailed guide on how to build your site, what hosting services to use, what plugins and themes you need, and some limitations you...
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Unlocking the Power of Email Collection: Strategic Tips for Hosts
When it comes to growing your direct booking business, email marketing is one of the most effective tools in your arsenal. But to get started, you need to focus on building a high-quality email list. That...
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Building Trust on Your Direct Booking Site: 8 Key Strategies
When it comes to short term rentals and vacation rentals, trust is everything. Guests want the confidence to book directly on your website without worrying about hidden risks or technical issues. If your...
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