2025 Vrbo Data and Market Trends

What’s driving the vacation rental market in 2025? How are traveler expectations evolving — and what can property managers do to stay ahead? In this edition of the Hostaway LIVE! we team up with Vrbo to bring you the latest data, actionable insights, and strategies for success in the year ahead.Join Hostaway’s expert panel —Josh (Chief Customer Officer), Jade (Technical Product Manager), and Ben (Content Marketing Manager)—alongside special guest Sam Asgar, Senior Connectivity Account Manager at Vrbo. Together, they’ll break down:📈 The latest Vrbo traveler trends: who’s booking, how far in advance, and what they’re looking for in a property🏖️ What features and amenities matter most to guests in 2025👀 How reviews, pricing, and trust impact your visibility and bookings on Vrbo💪The power of flexible policies and instant booking for maximizing conversion🛠️ New tools and features from Hostaway to help you optimize your listings and boost your five-star reviewsWhether you’re already listing on Vrbo or looking to expand your reach, this session is packed with practical tips and market intelligence you can use right now.00:00 Introduction & Panelist Welcome01:06 What Vrbo Offers Property Managers05:36 Vrbo Traveler Behavior & Booking Trends06:21 2025 Traveler Values: What Matters Most08:07 Pricing & Reviews: Keys to Success09:27 Must-Have Features & Amenities in 202512:39 The Importance of Trust & Reviews15:11 Review Strategies & Automation17:52 Travel Budgets, Fees & Discounts19:20 New Vrbo Promotions & Discounts20:12 Flexible Policies & Instant Book23:01 Hostaway’s Quality & Reviews Dashboards25:43 Host AI Insights: Actionable Review Analysis26:10 Getting Help & Webinar Wrap-Up🔗 Find out how Hostaway's Vacation Rental Software boosts your business: https://www.hostaway.com/get-free-demo🧡 About Hostaway 🧡Hostaway is an All-in-One vacation rental software solution for growing property managers. From marketing and guest communication to operations and reporting, our platform helps you scale with ease. With over 100 integrated tools in our marketplace, Hostaway grows with you—whether you manage two listings or two thousand. #shorttermrentals #propertymanagement #vacationrentalsoftware