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Jul 22
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Alex and Annie on growing a smarter vaca...

Expedia Group
About this episode

Building a great vacation rental operation takes far more than adding doors or chasing occupancy. 


In this episode, Tim has a candid conversation about what makes excellent operators stand out with Alex Husner and Annie Holcombe, the expert voices behind The Real Women of Vacation Rentals podcast. 



Alex and Annie reflect on how they each found their way into the vacation rental world and what’s evolved in the industry. With Tim, they unpack some of the biggest challenges facing property managers today, including the temptation of growth, the pressures from a crowded market, and the complexity of managing an ever-expanding tech stack. 

The three VR experts also share insights on branding, distribution, AI, and why smaller operators need a strategy over scale. Hit play to discover the future of hospitality.



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