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Welcome to STR Booked, the podcast that unlocks the secrets of short-term rental success. Each week, we chat with vacation rental owners, managers, and industry experts. We cover everything from marketing strategies and direct booking tactics to brand-building and demystifying technologies. If you're ready to boost your short term vacation revenue and scale your business, you're in the right place!
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In this episode of STR Booked, Nihal Salah chats with Andy Newman, the visionary behind Newman Hospitality. Andy shares his fascinating journey from a successful finance career to building a thriving property management business with over 150 properties across the U.S. We dive deep into his transition, the challenges he faced, and the lessons he le…
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In this episode, Nihal Salah chats with Daniela Derin, owner of the Skol Apartments in Marbella, about leveraging social media for holiday lets. Daniela shares her journey from estate agency to managing 100 flats, emphasising the importance of understanding your ideal guest and using social media to connect with them throughout the year. She discus…
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In this episode, Nihal Salah chats with Michael LeClerc, founder of Skyrun Park City, a vacation rental business boasting an impressive 324 five-star reviews and a remarkable 97% owner retention rate! Michael unveils the strategies behind this extraordinary success, drawing from his background as a professional chef to explain how he's crafted a re…
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In this episode of STR Book:ed, Nihal Salah chats with Jane Mack, a seasoned expert in the holiday let industry. Jane brings a wealth of experience as a business founder, published author, certified coach, and podcaster, offering valuable insights for property managers and short-term rental owners. Jane's journey is quite remarkable. After a succes…
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In this episode, Nihal Salah chats with direct booking expert - Jenn Boyles. This is a woman who's practically got hospitality running through her veins. From growing up as a hotel manager's daughter to becoming a short-term rental owner, Jenn's journey is as fascinating as it is inspiring. We'll dive into Jenn's story of transforming her own renta…
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In this episode, Nihal Salah chats with Lisa Roads, the Holiday Property Coach, about branding, direct booking, and trust in the short-term rental industry. Lisa shares her expertise as a business consultant and growth strategist, emphasising the importance of having a direct booking strategy and not relying solely on online travel agents (OTAs) li…
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In this episode of STR Booked, host Nihal Salah interviews Robin P. Bass, founder of Premier Properties USVI. Robin shares her inspiring journey from New York City's hospitality industry to building a thriving short-term rental business in St. Croix. Key highlights include: 1. Robin's background in hospitality and fashion, and her decision to pivot…
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From zero to holiday let hero: How one STR owner built a 70% direct booking business (with no marketing experience!)
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In this episode of STR Booked, Nihal Salah chats with Maggie Mitchell, a short-term rental owner who's achieved remarkable success with her two properties on the Isle of Skye, Scotland. Maggie shares her journey from novice to expert, detailing how she built a thriving business with 70% direct bookings in less than four years, despite having no mar…
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