Breaking Seasonality: Daniela Derin's Secrets to High Occupancy Rates with Digital Nomads in Marbella

Discover how Daniela Derin, a holiday rental owner in Marbella, Spain, capitalized on the trend of digital nomads during the pandemic. From forming a unique community during lockdown to attracting remote workers with sunny balcony views, Daniela shares her secrets to success. But what happens when flights disappear and her business is left in a precarious position? Find out in this intriguing episode of the Direct Booking Success podcast.In this episode, you will be able to:Seize the pandemic as an avenue of growth, capitalizing on the surge in digital nomadism.Realize the worth of a targeted booking strategy and personal website for building trust.Maneuver through Airbnb cancellations effectively and enhance support for your guests.Examine the progressive digital nomad phenomenon and its effects on remote work trends.Move beyond seasonality, sustaining high-occupancy rates year-round in Marbella.During the pandemic, our community thrived. We brought our in-person community online and built connections with digital nomads and leisure travelers alike. We sell a lifestyle, and people want to be a part of it. - Daniela DerinToday's esteemed guest, Daniela Derin, brings to the table a blend of European charm and business acumen. Her journey took her from the beautiful landscapes of Italy to sunny Marbella, where she has been managing a thriving holiday rental business with her partner. With 90 apartments in their portfolio, Daniela's focus is on community-building and fulfilling the evolving needs of her guests. Recognizing the rise of remote working and digital nomads, she has proactively adapted her properties to cater to this new market segment. Always ahead of the curve, Daniela gets high praise for making her guests feel right at home, remarkably, no matter how far they are from their own.Connect with Daniela:Instagram: @marbella.holidaysLinkedIn: danieladerinFacebook: Daniela Vincenzo Marbella & Skol Apartments MarbellaWhatsApp: +34649999867Website: skolapartmentsmarbella.comThe key moments in this episode are:00:00:08 - Introduction00:01:19 - Origins of the Business00:06:11 - Shift to Online Platforms00:09:27 - Building a Community00:12:25 - Embracing Tourism00:16:07 - Importance of Data Booking Strategy and Having Your Own Website00:17:01 - Dealing with the Pandemic and Existing Guests00:19:46 - The Rise of Digital Nomads00:23:48 - Marbella's Success and the Benefits of TourismSign up to the Free Direct Booking Success Summit 2023: https://directbookingsuccesssummit.com/Show notes are available at: https://directbookingsuccess.com/podcast/Follow Jenn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directbookingsuccessJoin the Marketing Hub Free Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/marketinghubforholidayrentalsSign up for the free masterclass – The 4-step framework for a profitable direct booking sales engine: https://directbookingsuccess.com/masterclass

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