Host Planet: Airbnb, Holiday Let, and Vacation Rental Insights
James Varley | Host PlanetHost Planet: Expert Insights for Short-Term Rentals is the go-to podcast for short-term rental hosts, property managers, and vacation rental operators. Hosted by James Varley, each episode shares practical strategies on Airbnb hosting, holiday let management, direct bookings, revenue management, guest experience, and listing optimisation. If you run an STR or want to grow a smarter hosting busines... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 335 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | InvestingBusiness | |||
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What's the best property management system... for YOU? 🏠
In this episode of Build for Growth, James Varley sits down with Frank Bosi from Hostfully to break down how short-term rental hosts should actually evaluate a PMS – and the biggest mistake o... more
Shorter breaks. Last-minute bookings. Solo travellers. Group getaways. And a 1,389% spike in traffic from AI tools.
The UK holiday let market is shifting – and if you're still managing your property the same way you were two years ago, you're probab... more
Dynamic pricing used to be a tool. Now it's a full revenue management system – and (in some cases) AI is running it.
Julie Brinkman, CEO of Beyond, joins James Varley on the Host Planet Podcast – powered by Lodgify – to break down how the platform h... more
Is your property management software already holding you back? Shahar Goldboim, CEO and Co-Founder of BOOM, makes the case for agentic AI – and why property managers who don't adapt risk being left behind.
In Episode 1 of AI-Powered Hosting – the ne... more
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If you're looking for up-to-date news on the short-term rental space and new technologies, I would highly recommend it.
Apple Podcasts5Sam_Parks1
United States5 months ago - Direct BookMe & STR Value — Five Stars
I loved being a guest on the Host Planet Podcast! Great hosts, great energy, and real value for STR professionals. Appreciate the chance to share Direct BookMe with their audience. Five stars!
Apple Podcasts5passenger 21United States7 months ago - Great format!
Have enjoyed the form out of the show and was fortunate enough to be featured as a guest recently. James is an excellent interviewer.
Apple Podcasts5conradoconnellUnited States9 months ago - Essential Listening for the Short-Term Rental Industry
Host Planet is exactly what the short-term rental world needs right now. James Varley does a brilliant job of bringing together voices that matter and pushing the conversations we should be having. especially around sustainability, leadership, and responsibility in this fast-evolving industry.
The recent episode with Bob Garner was a standout. It cut through the noise and tackled the urgency of climate action in our sector with honesty and clarity. No fluff, just real insights and a strong call... more
Apple Podcasts5AmitBhatia27
Indiaa year ago - Boosted by Mark Simpson
I found Host Planet after hearing Mark Simpson—Boostly founder and direct booking powerhouse—featured as a guest, and I’ve been hooked ever since. This episode delivered more clarity and real practical strategies than most full courses. Mark, a British tech wizard and true family man, reminded me why I’m in this business: not just to earn, but to live purposefully and leave a legacy with those I love. His advice works—every time I apply it, my business gets better. If you’re in the vacation rent... more
Apple Podcasts5Grit•With•GraceUnited Statesa year ago
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This show targets short-term rental operators, property managers, and hosts looking to grow smarter, more data-driven businesses. Episodes commonly cover pricing strategies, listing optimization, AI-powered hosting, operational workflows, turnover management, direct bookings, and regulatory considerations, often with actionable steps and real-world anecdotes. A notable strength is consistently centering practical guidance from industry practitioners and tech leaders, sometimes featuring sponsor-backed discussions that showcase emerging tools for growth and efficiency. The format tends to mix strategic frameworks with hands-on tips, helping listeners balance automation with a personal host touch when scaling operations or entering new market... more
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