If you’re not an expert in the hospitality industry or have never rented out a vacation home before, the amount of industry terms and acronyms you’ll encounter can be a bit overwhelming in the beginning. But the first step to becoming an expert is gaining the basic knowledge and fundamentals, and that’s why we’re starting a blog series titled “Know Your Industry Terms”--to help owners like you to further understand how the short-term rental industry works.

Dark, clear skies make for some incredible stargazing, and North Lake Tahoe is full of them. This all-season destination not only provides the views, but it also has over 300 nights without clouds per year, making it one of the top-tier stargazing spots you can find without venturing deep into the wilderness.

Everyone’s heard of huge national events like the Superbowl and Coachella, but what about smaller, more localized events like the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival or the Kimball Art Festival in Park City? Every year, thousands of travelers head to destinations to attend highly-localized and yet still widely-known events. As a vacation rental owner, you’re in exactly the right position to leverage these local events to maximize your revenue and potentially earn yearly bookings from travelers for the foreseeable future.

There’s no arguing that the short-term rental market can be a volatile one. If you were a vacation rental proprietor prior to the pandemic, you’re aware of just how unpredictable this industry can be and how vulnerable it is to changes in economic conditions.

Floods, mudslides, hailstorms, tornadoes, wildfires, earthquakes–these are just a handful of the different types of natural disasters that can occur without warning and cause damage to your short-term rental. Plus, the additional stress of having guests staying at your vacation rental when a natural disaster occurs can be nearly insurmountable.

Telluride is one of the most beautiful mountain towns in the United States, and no vacation to this winter wonderland is complete without exploring its endless miles of hiking trails. Whether you’re hoping to capture glimpses of waterfalls and roaring rivers or get a high-elevation view of town, there’s a hike for just about anyone in Telluride.

Chances are, your vacation rental is already booked for the holiday season ahead, but there are an infinite number of ways to make the holidays more special for your guests to ensure that you have a strong and profitable season. If you’re located in a mountain town or winter getaway, like Breckenridge or Park City, this is your best season of the year, so it’s vital to make sure that all goes according to plan.

Getting lost in the Wasatch Mountains is a dream for any photographer or photography enthusiast. No matter whether you’re visiting during the warm summer months when greenery is at its peak or during the snow-filled ski season, there are plenty of places to stop and take a great shot while vacationing in Park City.

Breckenridge is filled to the brim with opportunities for photography. Whether you’re a beginner who loves to share your work on Instagram and other social media applications or you’re a professional looking for more interesting settings for your next shots, there’s an endless variety of mountain landscapes and historical areas to explore around Breck.

If you love nothing more than strapping on your cross country skis or snowshoes and getting out in the crisp winter air, Park City is the perfect destination for your cold weather adventures. While downhill skiing and snowboarding are popular activities at Deer Valley and Park City Mountain, the true cold-weather lovers know that winter hikes are just as fun.

The first snows have begun to fall across the country, heralding the end of the fall season and the beginning of the cold winter months. For many vacation rental owners, the busy time of year is about to begin as travelers flock to mountain towns for a bit of cold-weather fun, so now’s the time to prepare your vacation home for the season ahead.

There are few places more awe-inspiring than Lake Tahoe. Whether you’re looking to reignite the spark between you and your love with a romantic trip or you’re celebrating a wedding or special anniversary, you can’t go wrong with a trip to Tahoe’s beautiful shores.

Owning a successful vacation rental is a numbers game, but with so many fees and costs associated with running one, it can be hard to get yourself out of the red when everything is said and done. However, one solid strategy for ensuring profitability is to minimize the costs that you take on as a short-term rental owner, which will leave you with a much bigger chunk of change at the end of the day.

It’s rare to find a destination with as much choice as Tahoe. From summer to winter activities, there’s no shortage of fun to be had. But if there’s one thing that Lake Tahoe specializes in, it’s skiing and snowboarding. Nowhere else will you be able to choose from an array of ski resorts, each with their own unique amenities, all located so close together.

Establishing a successful business in today’s day and age can be tricky, but one thing that will give a leg up in the short-term rental industry is building a brand. Branding is no longer just for large companies looking to stand out from the crowd–it is now a necessity for growth and long-term profitability for any business. But what if you’re a newbie to marketing and aren’t sure where to start?

Chances are, if you’re visiting Telluride, you’ll see plenty of beautiful landscapes on your drive in, whether that’s all the way from Denver or all the way from Albuquerque. However, if you just cannot get enough of the ever-changing mountain landscapes in Southern Colorado, we’ve got you covered with our list of the best day trips from Telluride.

Eating your way through Telluride should be at the top of your bucket list. While most people travel to this beautiful mountain town to ski, snowboard, or enjoy one of the numerous summer festivals, the food scene is not one to miss while you’re enjoying the endless activities that Telluride offers to visitors.

Vacation rental marketing is harder than it appears–it’s not just a “if you build it, they will come” type of situation that it was in the beginning of the short-term rental boom. But with so much competition on the market, how do you differentiate your rental from everything else out there? And how do you do so in a way that directly aims at the guests you most want to attract?

The Rocky Mountains are the perfect setting for imbuing your life with calmness and serenity, and Breckenridge is no exception. This bustling ski town may not seem like the place to find rest and relaxation, but once you’re off of the trails, there’s plenty of spas to choose from in Breck. From hot stone massage to nature-inspired therapies, these local favorites all offer something unique for visitors.

Park City is ripe for the picking with opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation. From the endless miles of ski trails peppered across Park City Mountain to the rivers and reservoirs that are so perfect for fishing, boating, and rafting, it’s hard to run out of ways to have fun in the great outdoors while you’re visiting the abundant state of Utah.