Are you a fan of crampons, mini-spikes, and snowshoes? Do you love to be out in the cold air, hiking the tranquil and quiet trails, without anyone in sight? Would you call winter your favorite season? Then we have something just for you.

Starting your own short-term rental business can be a challenge on its own, but trying to stand out in such a competitive market adds another layer of difficulty to the whole endeavor. 2022 was a huge year in terms of supply gains in the short-term rental world, and competition has become more fierce than ever before, meaning that owners are deciding to take steps to get an edge.

Family vacations to Breckenridge are a special time. Not only do you get to make memories with your kids and family that will last a lifetime, but you also get to experience the joy of sharing a magical place with the people you love.

The short-term rental industry has always been full of ups and downs, but the last few years have been a different breed entirely than what we’ve seen before. Those who began their vacation rental business in 2021 have had an entirely different experience than those who began their business in 2022, and the same goes for those who started in 2019 or 2020. The market changed so abruptly and significantly over the last few years that it has been hard to predict what the future holds.

Breckenridge is a dream destination for many, but affording all of your favorite activities while you’re in town can be tough if you’re on a shoestring budget.

Recent years have been a rollercoaster ride for the travel and hospitality industry. Anyone following along closely knows that 2020-2022 have been anything but the market at its most predictable, but thankfully, 2023’s indicators signal a return to more familiar territory.

National and local events are always good excuses to travel, and there’s a reason why certain dates are some of the most-coveted for travelers–they want to be where the action is. For example, KeyData reports that during Super Bowl weekend in 2022, both occupancy and nightly rates jumped when it came to booking this key weekend.

Breckenridge is a dream destination for many, but affording all of your favorite activities while you’re in town can be tough if you’re on a shoestring budget.

Market downturns are terrifying for vacation rental owners. Things could be going better than ever with your short-term rental business and then, all of the sudden, the market changes and you find occupancy and revenue dropping lower than it ever has before. The key thing to remember, however, is that these downturns tend to be fairly temporary, and if you can get through them and come out the other side, your business will be all the stronger for it.

Smart home technology has revolutionized the way that homeowners oversee their properties, and these nifty gadgets have taken the vacation rental industry by storm. Not only can smart home devices enhance your property’s security and make life more convenient for guests, they can add more long-term value to your home, since most of these installations are permanent.

Vacationing in the mountains of Park City is even better when you bring your whole family along. Teaching your kids how to safely navigate the slopes for the very first time is a rite of passage for any skier or boarder, but there’s a ton more to do in Park City than skiing. Whether you’re a fan of flying high over the mountain on the Flying Eagle Zipline or you want to teach your kids about the history of this mining town at the Park City Museum, there’s an activity for every personality available in the area.

Park City is known throughout the world for its world-class skiing and snowboarding, but that doesn’t mean that this snowy mountain town is a one-season-wonder. Even if you decide to visit during the summertime or when the leaves are changing, there’s always something entertaining and fun to do while you’re in the mountains. Today we’ve got you covered with a list of some of the best activities to enjoy in spring, summer, and fall in Park City.

More and more, those who work from home are deciding to use their newfound freedom from the office to explore snowy destinations like Park City, Utah. After all, who doesn’t want to spend a morning in meetings, then go ski the slopes in the afternoon? It’s an enviable position to be in. When digital nomads need a place to work from, there’s a few options in Park City, so we’ve gathered a list of our top 6 best coworking spots in this quaint little mountain town.

This year, worries of a recession loom, and travel attitudes are shifting in the wake of these strong headwinds. But it isn’t all doom and gloom for the short-term rental market–predictions for supply and demand are optimistic and continue to display promise for the year ahead.

For short-term rental owners, pricing your property can be one of the toughest parts of setting yourself up for success. While many owners may opt for the simplest strategy, like setting one price and forgetting it, this can mean losing out on a ton of revenue and bookings. If your average nightly rate is too low, for instance, you might not even be able to cover your operating expenses and make a profit. While if your price is too high, you won’t be getting the bookings that you’d hoped for and will lose out on the revenue you expected to make.

At LocalVR, we don’t just look at the short-term. Instead, our view stretches out far longer than that–we strive to establish and maintain relationships with our clients through the years, not just for a few months. In order to create that kind of connection, the 4th pillar of the 4 Pillars of Property Preservation is our commitment to Value Alignment. Aligning our values with our owners and our guests helps us provide a sense of satisfaction to those who have entrusted their properties to us.

Furnishing and styling a vacation rental is not as easy as it may seem from the lens of an outsider to the short-term rental world. It’s more than just finding random art or picking matching furniture sets–there’s a balance to be struck.

Mountain biking is quickly gaining popularity with people who love outdoor adventures, and Breckenridge is full of trails to delight any level of biker, whether you’re the earliest beginner or an experienced expert looking for a challenging route. For novices who want to up their skill before they dare touch the harder trails, we’ve put together a list of 5 of the easiest and most scenic biking trails in the Breckenridge area that won’t overwhelm a beginner.

AirBnB has reigned supreme in the vacation rental industry for some time now. There’s little argument that becoming highly-ranked and visible on this site is a huge determining factor in jam-packing bookings on your short-term rental. Unlocking the secrets behind the search algorithm on AirBnB can turn into a puzzle, but there is one way to improve your visibility: becoming an AirBnB Superhost.

Technology fuels innovation, and here at LocalVR, the vital importance of technology cannot be overstated. That’s why the 3rd (and perhaps most critical) pillar of our 4 Pillars of Property Preservation is focused on the technology that drives our expert property management services. Automation not only ensures that our team (Pillar 1) and systems (Pillar 2) work together for the betterment of your property, it also allows us to improve our overall efficiency and gives us the ability to provide even more value for our property owners.