Short-Term rentals

Lessons for hosts and property investors

Being a short-term rental host means learning how to set a competitive rate by analysing supply and demand, and optimising occupancy through strategies such as last-minute or long-stay discounts.

It’s also a great way to develop your hospitality skills: welcoming guests, communicating clearly, managing expectations and using customer reviews to improve the experience.

Finally, it requires rigorous management: regular maintenance, coordination of service providers, and a good understanding of legal and tax rules.

Lessons for travelers to help you organise your trips

Choosing to rent accommodation rather than stay in a hotel helps you develop essential travel skills. It teaches you to compare offers, spot bargains, manage your budget intelligently and anticipate hidden costs.

But one of the greatest benefits of short-term rental is the opportunity to live like a local. As a traveller, this allows you to immerse yourself in a culture, experience different lifestyles, whether in a loft, a tiny house or a house by the sea, and develop a real ability to adapt by discovering unique accommodation.

Learning to solve problems and deal with the unexpected

Whether you’re a host or a traveller, short-term rental is an excellent way of learning how to deal with the unexpected. You’ll sometimes have to deal with last-minute cancellations, technical problems that need to be resolved quickly in the accommodation, or unhappy customers who need to be reassured calmly and diplomatically. These situations, although sometimes stressful, will reinforce your ability to react with composure and find effective solutions.