The vacation rental industry has changed dramatically over the years.The technology is smarter, distribution is broader, competition is stronger, and AI is reshaping how operators work. But some of the most important parts of the business have not changed at all.In this special reshare, Alex & Annie step into the guest seats with Tim Rosolio of Expedia Group’s Powering Travel Podcast for a conversation about what thoughtful growth looks like as the vacation rental industry continues to mature.Recorded at one of Vrbo’s Vacation Rentals of the Year in New Hampshire, they reflect on what decades in the industry have taught them about building strong businesses, choosing technology intentionally, reaching new travelers, and keeping hospitality at the center of it all.Episode Chapters:02:11 - How Alex and Annie found their way into vacation rentals06:28 - What has stayed constant as the industry has changed09:10 - Growth at all costs vs. building a strong business10:55 - What smaller operators need before they scale15:52 - Has the vacation rental tech stack become too complicated?20:00 - Expanding demand through new traveler segments and distribution24:30 - The role of DMOs in introducing travelers to vacation rentals28:03 - AI, technology, and the changing meaning of human touchWhether you caught the original episode on Powering Travel or are hearing this conversation for the first time, this is a timely look at how the vacation rental industry is evolving and what operators should keep in focus as they grow.Connect with Tim:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-rosolio-434b2a98/ Powering Travel Podcast:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/powering-travel/id1620056867 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gaaqGF4oxYzdhIF4MZzZv?si=58490146cf3a4b37 #vacationrentals #shorttermrentals #hospitality Send us a message!

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