The Accommodation Show - Hospitality Success Series!

Setting a Gold Standard - why it important in your business

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don't forget to subscribe Welcome to today's episode where we dive deep into the heart of a paramount question: How can your business cultiva...

Take a STRIVE towards Success: Discover the Power of Networking & Learning!

02 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another enriching episode of the Accommodation Show! Today, we delve into the power of networking events in the accommodation business, wi...

Driving Direct Bookings by working with the community: A Night in Nashville

11 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

🎧 Don't forget to subscribe! Looking to give your business a boost while simultaneously fostering a sense of unity in your local community? W...

Ready, Set, Brand 🚀 Branding That Means Business With Amber Hurdle

04 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

🎧 Don't forget to subscribe! Ready, Set, Brand 🚀 Our guest on the Accommodation Show, this week is a seasoned brand architect and a renown...

Lesson 1 - Context is key (AI CHALLENGE PART 2)

28 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we delve into the pivotal role of "context" in AI. Here's the key takeaway: The richer the context you provide these AI tools, th...

Cracking the Code of Direct Bookings: Strategies for Success with Jenn Boyles

21 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

🎧 Don't forget to subscribe! The importance of booking direct is always going to be a favourite topic of mine because it is a fundamental pie...

Digital Guides for your Hotel or STR! Why it is critical! with Roger Graham

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

🎧 Don't forget to subscribe! In an era of rapid digital transformation, the hospitality industry stands poised on the brink of a monumental s...

How to build and sell a property managment business with Heather Bayer

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrating success and interviewing accomplished business people is truly inspiring, and today's podcast episode is no exception! We dive into t...

Is Your Revenue Management up to Scratch? With Melissa Kalan! 🌍

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

🎧 Don't forget to subscribe! The ultimate goal for every property and hotel manager is to attain optimal profitability consistently. In the ac...

0 to 140 properties in 4 years: How to Go From Host to Hospitality Brand with Tim Mortimer

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Scaling a small business is crucial for a variety of reasons, including capitalising on market opportunities, attaining economies of scale, attracting...

Meet the STR legends of Australia - trends, insights and tips from the leaders

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

🎧 Don't forget to subscribe! To kick us off - I am pleased to bring you the podcast and replay of STR Legends AUSTRALIA. We learned a lot thro...

Doubling your direct bookings with better call handling - with Doug Kennedy

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

🎧 Don't forget to subscribe! Welcome to this week's episode of The Accommodation Show, where we dive into the often-forgotten art of tak...

Maximising Instagram's Potential for Your Business: Best Practices and Insider Tips

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today is the day - our third and final episode of the Insta-success series of The Accommodation Show, we dig deeper into the ins and outs of using Ins...

The Shortzy Awards - They can take your business to the next level!

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

🎧 Don't forget to subscribe! It’s awards season, yeap that time of the year again!🏆 As an accommodation owner or host, attending awards ce...

Instagram - how to actually get someone to book! Part 2 with Paul Anderson

05 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Converting lookers to bookers is the holy grail of The Accommodation Industry and the ultimate call to action. It's not enough to simply showcase your...

Instagram - why is it the best social media platfrom for direct bookings? Part 1 with Paul Anderson

26 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this first episode of our Instasuccess series, we'll be delving into the power of Instagram for businesses, specifically within the accommodation i...

Short-Term Rental Trends USA 2023: Insights from Industry Leaders (LIVE)

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

By popular demand, this episode of The Accommodation Show was put together from a live session called STR Legends Live USA, where I had the honor of ...

The Key Components of a Successful Upsell Strategy with Annie Sloan - The Host Co

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

🎧 Don't forget to subscribe! Have you considered what value a mobile tattoo artist can add to your upsell strategy? In our industry, upselling can ...

Finding the Hidden Gems: Choosing the Most Profitable Short-Term Rental Markets with Erica Muller

05 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

  In this episode, we dive deep into the world of short-term rental investing and share with you valuable insights to help you start your busines...

How to save up to 70% on your STR setup! with Jeff Iloulian from HostGPO

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don't Forget to Subscribe! 📺 Are you tired of constantly struggling to keep up with the rising costs of amenities for your short-term rental proper...

Strategies for Increasing Hotel Revenue and Profitability - PRACTICAL ADVICE with Barry Robinson

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe! Welcome back to the accommodation show, season 9! I am beyond excited to be back and let me tell you, this year's gues...

How to scale to 7000 properties with Steve Milo from VTrips

04 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe! So you’ve made the decision to grow your business – congratulations! Now get ready for the next challenge...

The Airbnbust - is it really coming? with Dennis from Casiola

27 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe! “My bookings are down!” Is there an Airbnbust coming? If you run an accommodation, you’ve probably heard this line ...

The why? How? Who? of conferences! Australian's punching above their weight with Julie George.

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe! As you have read and maybe have been seeing on socials, we had a big conference stretch! From Australia’s to Mi...

How to use data to find the best STR investment opportunities with John Bianchi - Point Analytics

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe!  In this episode, I had the pleasure of a sit down with Jonh Bianchi, founder of Point Analytics, and geeked out ov...

How Interior Design Gets You More Bookings with Valeria Malone Quill Decor

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are so many things to consider when you’re setting up a hotel room or an STR property and interior design has never been so important. Followi...

Adjusting for Inflation: Should You Raise Your Room Prices? with Glen Boultwood from Serene Capital

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Adjusting for Inflation: Should You Raise Your Room Prices? with Glen Boultwood from Serene Capital Don’t Forget to Subscribe! Inflation is here and...

Hotel and Short Term Rental Photo Hacks for More Bookings; The Hotel Photographer Mauro Risch

23 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever scrolled through Instagram and found yourself in a daze of dreamy hotel suites in exotic locations – then you’ve prob...

EASY STEPS TO WIN BUSINESS AWARDS! with Annette Densham

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe! And the award goes to…you! Have you imagined becoming an award-winning business? Wondered what it takes to win an award...

STR Investment - how to find the right investment property - You'd be silly to miss this.

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe! This week is all about innovation! Many of you work in different segments of the accommodation industry, from tech th...

How to Grow your STR business - attend HERE TO STAY 2022

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe! Today we talk about our very own, ASTRA HERE TO STAY conference that will be held in Queensland in October. It is Aus...

Improving your upsells - tech you can use!

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you have been following my work, then you will know that one of my favourite topics is upselling and packages! I have worked with hosts that have g...

Guaranteed Ways To Get More Bookings - Proactive rather than reactive with Andrew McConnell

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe! In this episode, we will guide you on how to get the guests to understand not just what you do, but what problems you...

How to make more money from your hotel or airbnb - with Marc Hostovsky

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe!  I love seeing the hospitality industry evolve as technology and consumer expectations change. Predicting what is c...

No Vacancy 2022 - What to expect with Brad Langton CEO

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hello accommodation owners and hosts. Welcome to another awesome episode of The Accommodation Show! As you may know, I often get the pleasure of spe...

Why You MUST attend THE BOOK DIRECT SHOW MIAMI!

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It is event season! And I am excited to talk about some of the events that I will be speaking at and attending. If you are looking for top level event...

How to win a customer for life with Sarah Dandashy

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do we make a guest's experience, exceptional? As business owners, we put a lot of thought into making our guests’ experience the absolute be...

How to sell a hotel - how to sell a business and prepare

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe! Selling a business is no walk in the park – it’s a complex and time-consuming undertaking. While the sale of every bu...

How autonomous vehicles will impact your hotel or AirBNB

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There has been a lot of buzz around autonomous car technology. From the advancements shown by Tesla, Ford, and other auto manufacturers to the ongoing...

Tech Stack Revealed - Short Term Rental/Airbnb Technology you MUST have

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a great episode of The Accommodation Show. We’ve jammed this week’s podcast full of value and actionable knowledge and I can&rs...

HOW TO GET MORE DIRECT BOOKINGS BY BECOMING A DESTINATION MUST LISTEN

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe! In an industry as competitive as hospitality, finding a way to stand out from the crowd is imperative. Whether it’s lu...

Hotel Loyalty Program Secrets to Sucess with Richard Crawford

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe!  The best customer is a loyal customer…  But far too often, we choose to focus on attracting new customers, w...

How do you build an accommodation brand with mixed inventory? with Brett Salter

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most common issues that we have is knowing how to scale our portfolio and this week I want to focus on brand! Having a strong, consistent b...

Finding And Keeping Talent with Matthew Cameron-Smith from Voyages

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe! Welcome hosts and managers to another awesome episode of The Accommodation Show! With COVID-19 as the spur, and other fa...

Maximising profits using tech in 2022! Tech on their iphone/android!

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Monday and we have another episode of The Accommodation Show to keep you thinking of ways you can improve your business through the week!   R...

Stay, Work & Explore with Selina - why you need to stay with Selina.

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don't forget to subscribe!  Where will your next adventure take you? Today on The Accommodation Show, our next adventure leads us to find ...

Mastering Negotiation in Business: All the hacks with Sam Trattles

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe!  This is another episode of The Accommodation Show which I know will bring you HUGE VALUE in your business. Whe...

How to get more clients (AirBNB/STR/Property Managers)

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I love bringing all sorts of content to help you grow your business. From looking at tech solutions, to staffing strategies, to how to deal with the p...

HOW TO USE DATA TO FIND THE BEST OPPORTUNITIES with Jeff Brown from Loma Homes

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe!  We are in a world where data science and business are colliding. I find it fascinating to take learnings from ...

How to build more wealth with property in 2022

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t Forget to Subscribe! Smart investors stay ahead of the game by buying low and selling high. Now is not a bad time to be an investor, as real e...

Using tech to help prevent DISASTER in your accommodation business

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We've all heard the stories of a party gone wrong. There are so many "what ifs" that go through our heads on how it could've been prevented. Well, the...

How to exit from an Accommodation or Short Term Rental business

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don't forget to subscribe! Let's face the truth - everyone exits at some point. Those that plan for it, do much better. Your business should always be...

MUST HAVE TECH IN YOUR ACCOMMODATION BUSINESS 2022 - WITH STEVE DAVIS

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Technology is at the forefront of everything we do. Whether that’s paying for a purchase in the supermarket, connecting with a loved one on the othe...

REVENUE MANAGEMENT SIMPLIFIED

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t forget to subscribe!  Welcome folks to another value add episode of The Accommodation Show! One of the biggest opportunities you have...

Digital Nomads - a travel trend you don’t want to miss!

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Travelling nomads have been around for a long time, but there was never a dedicated Visa that let you do this - now countries are embracing the trend;...

How to grow your hospitality business with influencers

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If a photo is worth a thousand words, then a video must be worth at least a million. But if you don't have the following, then you don't have the view...

Running jungle accommodation in Thailand - from an international business to a local one (Part 1)

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Good morning accommodation owners and managers,  I absolutely love unique experiences, those once in a lifetime opportunities that expand your m...

Must know Short Term Rental Trends for 2022 with Thibault Masson

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So what can we expect from 2022 in STR? What trends will shape the industry? What challenges will property managers face, and what technology will be ...

Tiny Homes, Big Adventures - How to set up a Tiny Stays business - with Aimee Stanton

23 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine being able to chose some of the best locations in the world with no downpayment on the land for your accommodation/STR business! In the past ...

THE MOST IMPORATNT TOP 10 TRAVEL TRENDS OF 2022!

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Putting together the top travel trends for the year for you to watch is one of my favourite things to do! The team and I spend a considerable amount o...

How hotels are reinventing themselves post pandemic with Les Morgan Hind Management

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The hotel industry has faced a big shake up since the outbreak of Covid-19. Nearly overnight, most hotels went from “no vacancy” to “high vacanc...

Setting up a short term rental remotely, what you can learn and what you need to know!

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Modern floorplans…good ergonomics…Great Design…Gorgeous aesthetics…Install tips...Project Management. Pull up a chair because you're about to ...

Direct booking versus OTAs, who's winning? Is it time to re-evaluate your booking strategy? Part 2

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

ood morning Accommodation Managers and Hosts,  The year is almost at a close! For me, the year has been the fastest, slow year I have been thro...

The Biggest Opportunities Your Missing Out On featuring Peter Syme (Part 1)

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Oh Oh, this episode is Magic! It's a runaway train of exciting, high-impact topics, and at the heart of it, is...you guessed it, guest experience! In ...

USING EMAIL TO IMPROVE THE GUEST EXPERIENCE - with Nancy McAleer

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I am so pleased to welcome you to another episode of The Accommodation Show! This episode has been quite a few months in the making. One of our most s...

Stop the scroll - the importance of styling your accommodation

07 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Don't forget to subscribe!  Interior design and styling is our topic this week! Let’s talk about how to stop the scroll!  As the short ter...

Starting in accommodation - how Alvin Cavalier is beating the competion (AirBNB, Vacation Rentals)

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Don't forget to subscribe!  With our shared passion for checklists, Alvin Cavalier joins the show to reveal the power of having plans, processes,...

Themed accommodation can double your revenue - learn from Bryndee Barton ✔

24 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is by far one of my favourites.  1) This host is amazing 2) The ideas in this show will blow you away 3) We learn how you can double...

SOCIAL MEDIA & MARKETING FOR YOUR HOSPITALITY BUSINESS - what you need to know - with Chris Torres

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE! If you are running a tourism business, the heat is on to become a BRANDING and SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING expert! Almost 100% o...

Insurance for Short Term Rentals: What hosts need to know with Safely CEO Andrew Bate

10 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Don't forget to subscribe!  This week’s topic is a crucial one - Insurance!  We talk about what can you do to de-risk  wild parties ...

SUSTAINABILITY IN ACCOMMODATION - MAKES YOU MORE $$$ HOW-TO

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sustainability is the buzzword for today’s show. I have been wanting to do more on sustainability this year, it took me a little while to find the r...

Getting Start in Short Term Rentals and AirBNB with Onaje Barnes

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Don't forget to subscribe! I am joined by the kind, smart and entrepreneurial Onaje Barnes. Onaje is a 14 year buy and hold real estate investor, who...

NICHING LIKE A PRO - TO MAKE YOU MORE MONEY IN 2021!

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On an excitement scale of 1-10, I am currently at 15, because this week's show is here to blow you away! One of the biggest opportunities in your busi...

How to build 20,000 properties with Alvin Hope Johnson

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Alvin has been working in real estate for over 35 years and his portfolio spans over 1,300 housing units and is currently in the acquisition stages of...

Setting up your business for SUCCESS during Covid-19 - with Yoav Tourel

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How do you maintain a life-work balance when working remotely?  Is your leadership style enhancing or hurting your operation?  What does it ...

Female Short Term Rental Investors - what you need to know - with Stacey St John

29 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we’re back to the basics, where we dissect the fundamentals of setting up a short-term rental business. Our guest, a licensed realt...

The importance of focusing on ONE guest avatar - to MAXIMISE ACCOMMODATION REVENUE

23 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE! :)  Rachel's story is like many others out there. You might relate!  Rachel graduated with a lot of student deb...

MAKING YOUR PROPERTY STAND-OUT with TJ Tijani

16 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This weeks guest on The Accommodation Show,  TJ Tijani, is a seasoned short term ‘rentalpreneur’, investor and coach with extensive experienc...

Running a LUXURY Short Term Rental Business in the snow with Heather Brown

09 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE! :)  I know that you are all in different stages of business, lockdowns and life. Some are pushing forward growing, so...

THE FASTEST WAY TO MAKE MORE MONEY! - Are you charging your guests enough?

02 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Don't forget to hit that subscribe button!  Strap in this week for a value packed episode, of The Accommodation Show where on simplifying revenue...

Setting up a start-up in the Short Term Rental & Airbnb space!

18 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Don't forget to hit that subscribe button!  Daniel’s story is fascinating. He is young, he is ambitious and he is a true entrepreneur. Daniel h...

What does it really take to get into the Accommodation/AirBNB industry?

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This weeks story is worth a listen with Hayley Rachelle the Director of Operations for Pad Suites, a Short Term Rental business based in Dallas, TX T...

ACCOMMODATION AROUND THE COUNTRY 2021 - HAWKE'S BAY - Rayma Jenkins! 💯

05 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now that the breakfast is ready and the beds are made, it is time to turn to marketing your bed and breakfast, but how? We have come to the end of the...

How to set up a boutique hotel with no on-site staff?

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I got to talk to Michael Sjogren who is a true entrepreneur and ‘rule breaker’. He has been working in the Short Term Rental space for many years ...

AROUND THE COUNTRY 2021 - NZ - With Suresh from the U Hotel Group! 💯

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Suresh is the CEO of Innov8 Hospitality Solutions and CEO/Founder of U Hotel Group based in Wellington, New Zealand. His work focuses on helping small...

Around the Country 2021 - QLD - RETHINKING TRAVEL

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I hope everyone is doing very well. I am sad today - I am almost at the end of the recordings of our Around the Country Series - and there are still s...

Around the Country 2021 - NSW - WORKING ON LOCAL RELATIONSHIPS

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hello everyone and welcome back to the Accommodation show. I am super pumped to welcome today's guest, Tara Larnach to the show. Tara is the owner and...

SHORT TERM RENTAL REGULATION - WHAT CAN YOU DO?

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In July 2019, Theron Lewis was in the process of scaling his short-term rental business when he happened upon the news, regarding a proposed ban on Ai...

Around the Country 2021 - VICTORIA - HOPE, OPTIMISM & MARKETING

17 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Emily Stephens who tells us about how things are going for her in Apollo Bay, Victoria. We talk about hope, optimism for th...

Around the Country 2021 - South Australia - 100% DIRECT BOOKINGS???

09 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Hazel Parker who tells us about her journey at Mulberry Lodge Country Retreat in South Australia. We learn about how things...

Around The Country - Travel and Tourism Operators - Western Australia

09 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we bring you a real legend from Western Australia. Martin North runs Quality Apartments Banksia Gardens and Thebnbcollection.com.au 01:22 - ...

Running a property management business in Tokyo! How you can STAND OUT!

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

One of the best things you can do to attract more guests is to create a unique brand! Have a listen to the awesome interview with Tracey Northcott whe...

How to increase your Accommodation & AirBNB bookings - OutBound

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This weeks episode of the Accommodation Show is unmissable. If you want to push and challenge your thinking then you should give this a watch/listen. ...

Revolutionising the Hotel Industry with Artificial Intelligence with Ken Patel

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Patel’s EV hotel, EV human enterprise is coming up with innovative tech to make life easier for both guests and hoteliers. EV, artificial intelligen...

ARE YOU MISSING OUT ON ONE OF THE FASTEST GROWING ACCOMMODATION MARKETS?

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You may be neglecting an enormous portion of the accommodation marketplace.  By overlooking or even not promoting your accessibility feature...

How the Brighton Savoy Hotel survived and thrived during Covid-19!

22 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a year now since Covid first started to affect countries with lockdowns.  For accommodation owners, it has been a ceaseless test of resili...

HOW TO START A 6 FIGURE $ SHORT TERM RENTAL / AIRBNB BUSINESS

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been looking to get into property management or to take a gander into the popular Airbnb market, but just don't know where to start, our gue...

How to market your business in the media for free! Step by Step with Jules Brooke

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week I am super pleased to welcome back Jules Brooke from Handle your own PR. We have a great conversation around why it is the perfect time for ...

The nuts and bolts of starting your own short term rental business with Winston Perry

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I am pumped to bring you this episode, where we will be talking about property management and short-term rentals. People think projects fail at the e...

How to double your revenue through improving the guest experience!

21 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I am pumped to bring you this episode, where we will be talking about making your accommodation stand out in a crowded marketplace. Unfortunately, a l...