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Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals

Alex and Annie
Vacation Rentals
Short-Term Rentals
Airbnb
Hospitality
Property Management
Revenue Management
Guest Experience
Dynamic Pricing
Vacation Rental Industry
Direct Bookings
Franchising
Hospitality Industry
Property Management Systems
Boom
Customer Service
Technology In Hospitality
Ownerpoint
Community Engagement
Booking.com
Hotel Industry

With more than 35 years of combined experience in vacation rentals, Alex Husner and Annie Holcombe have teamed up to connect the dots between inspiration and opportunity, seeking to find the one story, idea, strategy or decision that led to their guests big A-HA moment. Join them, as they highlight the REAL stories behind the people and brands that have built vacation rentals into the 100 BILLION ... more

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In this special episode, Alex and Annie sit down with Tim Rosolio, Vice President of Vacation Rental Partnerships at Vrbo, for a behind-the-scenes look at Vrbo’s Vacation Rentals of the Year program and what it takes to earn that ... more

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Not every guest stay ends with a five-star review.

Some leave behind a mess. Some turn into a serious operational headache. And some become the kind of story you end up telling for years.

That is the idea behind Pour Decisions: ... more

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What does it take to grow a vacation rental company without losing the local identity that made it successful in the first place?

In this episode, we are joined by Jakob Dwyer, CEO of Awayday, to talk about how the company is sca... more

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We’re kicking off a new special series, First of the Month Wrangle, in partnership with Lasoh, where we’ll dig into the strategies, systems, and blind spots shaping one of the most important and often misunderstood areas of vacati... more

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Recent Guests

Jakob Dwyer
CEO of Awayday
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Episode: How Awayday Is Scaling Without Losing Local Identity, with CEO Jakob Dwyer
Tom Stewart
COO of Resort Realty
Resort Realty
Episode: The Realities of Operating in a Legacy Vacation Rental Market, with Tom Stewart of Resort Realty
Jennifer Easterday
Head of Global Human Rights, Booking.com
Booking.com
Episode: How Booking.com and It’s A Penalty Are Addressing Human Trafficking in Hospitality
Betsy Steckler
Regional Director, North American Partner Services, Booking.com
Booking.com
Episode: How Booking.com and It’s A Penalty Are Addressing Human Trafficking in Hospitality
Philippa King
Deputy CEO, It's A Penalty
Its A Penalty
Episode: How Booking.com and It’s A Penalty Are Addressing Human Trafficking in Hospitality
Leo Walton
Co-founder, Truvi
Truvi
Episode: London Calling: A Preview of the Short Stay Summit with Leo Walton & Sarah Nan DuPre
Sarah DuPre
Executive at AirDNA
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Episode: London Calling: A Preview of the Short Stay Summit with Leo Walton & Sarah Nan DuPre
Blake Warner
CEO of BookingPal
BookingPal
Episode: The Future of Vacation Rental Distribution with Blake Warner of BookingPal
Carly Traub
Co-founder and CEO of Lazy Sunday Rentals
Lazy Sunday Rentals
Episode: 1st of the Month Bonus: Intentional Growth in a Rapidly Evolving STR Market with Carly Traub

Hosts

Alex Husner
Co-host of the podcast and co-founder of the show's focus on vacation rentals.
Annie Holcombe
Co-host of the podcast and co-founder of the show's focus on vacation rentals.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Where Knowledge and Experience Shines

    Two industry veterans in the vacation rental industry, bringing forth relevant topics through friendly conversations that will enlighten the listener with those aha moments the podcast is so well-known for.

    Prepare to binge listen to all the episodes if you just found this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael PBR
    United States2 years ago
  • A favorite go to podcast for our industry

    Alex and Annie are household names in the vacation rental management space. They have created a forum for fun and engaging conversations with a wide variety of leaders, influencers and up and comers in this industry. I love that they also grow and an expand their topics beyond VRM and cross the aisle to the world of short term rentals. Their reach is great, and the opportunity they have to shape and change the industry is significant. They care about people and the quality of work we should all ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    goodwinfamily7
    United States2 years ago
  • An entertaining AND educational podcast that is time well spent!

    What sets this podcast apart is the diverse range of topics they cover in the vacation rental and hospitality industries, seamlessly transitioning from thought-provoking conversations to lighthearted banter.

    Their personalities sync so well together, making the guest feel welcome and comfortable and the listener feels like they are part of the conversation. Not only are the hosts incredibly knowledgeable, but they also excel at bringing in fascinating guests who add valuable perspectives to th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mediaChick76
    United States2 years ago
  • Real solutions for Vacay Rental owners!

    Alex and Annie share real world ideas and guidance for STR owners. Their guests are first rate, and A

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shimi Chic
    United States3 years ago
  • Dack

    Fantastic Dack podcast and in no particular order one of the three best software’s in our industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beach Rentals Plus
    Canada3 years ago

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The Realities of Operating in a Legacy Vacation Rental Market, with Tom Stewart of Resort Realty
Q: What is the biggest operational shift you've seen since Resort Realty started, and how has it changed the business?
The company moved from owner-centric, choice-heavy linen options to a streamlined beds-and-bedsheets approach, ultimately outsourcing laundry and standardizing beds to reduce calls and improve guest satisfaction. This shift increased efficiency, reduced chaos, and improved reputation, even though it raised costs.
How Booking.com and It’s A Penalty Are Addressing Human Trafficking in Hospitality
Q: How do they engage property managers and hosts about trafficking risks?
They use a mix of digital self-service content on partner platforms, local Discover events, and targeted campaigns, plus training through a trust and safety team that escalates when needed and provides resources through It's A Penalty and other partners.
How Booking.com and It’s A Penalty Are Addressing Human Trafficking in Hospitality
Q: What is Booking.com's approach to human rights and how does it interact with partner services?
Booking.com integrates human rights into its legal and compliance framework, focuses on localization of education and tools for partners, and uses a three-pillar approach (detection, response/escalation, and awareness-raising) while aligning with UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
After the Applause: Real Takeaways from VRMA 2025 with Tim Rosolio, Ela Mezhiborsky, and Jessica Gillingham
Q: What were the key takeaways from VRMA for your company?
The conference reinforced the importance of relationship-building, a unified industry voice on regulation, and the need to adapt to AI-focused changes in search and operations.
Chillin' with Dylan: How to Build a People-First Culture in a Competitive Vacation Rental Market
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about the eight core values and how you rolled out StarLife across the team?
Dylan explains that StarLife was designed to codify the company's ethical compass and that the eight values guide daily actions, including a formal Employee of the Month program and leadership pairings to teach each value, ensuring consistency and leadership development across 16 leaders and the broader team.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers vacation rental professionals, operators, and industry innovators who share real-world lessons, growth strategies, and frontline experiences from building and scaling short-term rental businesses. Hosts guide conversations with founders, operators, marketers, and technology leaders to uncover practical insights, from asset management and distribution to guest experience and brand-building in a rapidly evolving sector. The format blends candid storytelling with actionable takeaways, making it valuable for operators seeking tangible tactics and for sponsors looking to reach a professional audience in the vacation rental space. A notable strength is the mix of veteran industry voices and emerging tech-enabled solutions, which... more

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