Adriaan de Jager
Oct 28, 2026
Customer story: Silk & Oak
Discover how Silk & Oak, a boutique countryside retreat in Australia's Scenic Rim, uses Bookingmood to encourage direct bookings and reduce booking fees.
Wouter Raateland
Oct 21, 2026
Airbnb Instant Book: How it works & setup guide
Airbnb Instant Book explained: how it works, pros/cons, setup tips, and whether to enable it for your listing.
Adriaan de Jager
Oct 19, 2026
Email marketing for vacation rentals
Turn past guests into direct bookings. Discover which emails vacation rental hosts should send and how to automate them with Bookingmood.
Adriaan de Jager
Sep 25, 2026
How to get more bookings for your vacation rental website
Discover practical ways to get more bookings through your vacation rental website, from SEO and direct bookings to better guest experiences.
Adriaan de Jager
Sep 14, 2026
How to handle negative reviews: a guide for owners
Learn how to handle negative vacation rental reviews professionally, prevent common complaints, and improve the guest experience with Bookingmood.
Adriaan de Jager
Jul 20, 2026
Sustainable vacation rentals: what guests expect
Discover what guests expect from sustainable vacation rentals. Learn eco-friendly tips to attract more bookings and grow with Bookingmood.
Adriaan de Jager
Jul 3, 2026
How to create a 5-star guest experience
Learn how to create a 5-star guest experience with practical tips that increase guest satisfaction, earn better reviews, and boost direct bookings.
Adriaan de Jager
Jun 10, 2026
How to run a profitable vacation rental business
Discover proven strategies to run a profitable vacation rental business. Learn how to increase bookings, reduce costs and boost direct reservations.
Adriaan de Jager
May 29, 2026
Common mistakes vacation rental owners make
In this blog we explain how Bookingmood can help simplify operations, increase direct bookings, and improve the guest experience.
Adriaan de Jager
May 8, 2026
How to reduce dependency on Airbnb and Booking.com
If you want to build a more profitable and sustainable rental business, reducing your reliance on OTAs isn’t optional, it’s strategic.
Adriaan de Jager
Apr 15, 2026
How to use social media to get direct bookings
Social media has become one of the most powerful (and underestimated) tools for vacation rental owners. It’s about turning attention into direct bookings.
Adriaan de Jager
Mar 27, 2026
How to increase direct bookings without OTAs
In this blog, we’ll walk you through proven ways to increase direct bookings without OTAs, while building a stronger, more independent rental business
Adriaan de Jager
Mar 2, 2026
What is iCal and why does calendar synchronization matter?
In this blog, we’ll explain what iCal is, how it works for vacation rental owners, and why calendar synchronization is a must-have
Adriaan de Jager
Feb 11, 2026
The most important features of a modern booking calendar
Let's explore the key features a modern booking calendar needs in order to help you save time, avoid mistakes, and deliver a smooth guest experience
Adriaan de Jager
Jan 21, 2026
The value of a booking calendar for small property managers
In this post, we’ll explore why even small property managers should use a calendar tool and how Bookingmood helps you stay organized
Adriaan de Jager
Dec 17, 2025
The psychology of booking
Let’s explore the key psychological triggers that drive bookings, and how you can apply them using Bookingmood.
Adriaan de Jager
Oct 6, 2025
Direct bookings vs OTA’s
Let's explore how tools like Bookingmood make it easier than ever to grow your direct channel.
Adriaan de Jager
Sep 11, 2025
Why automation makes life easier for vacation rental hosts
In this blog, we’ll show you how automating key tasks makes hosting smoother, more professional, and way less stressful, especially with Bookingmood.
Adriaan de Jager
Jun 19, 2025
The importance of guest communication
Build trust and improve the guest experience with Bookingmood
Adriaan de Jager
Apr 17, 2025
The impact of local regulations on vacation rentals
Here’s a guide to navigating vacation rental regulations and ensuring compliance.
Adriaan de Jager
Mar 27, 2025
Boosting guest reviews - best practices for vacation rentals
In this article we describe some best practices to boost guest reviews and maximize your property’s reputation.
Adriaan de Jager
Feb 11, 2025
Vacation rental trends for direct bookings to watch in 2025
Direct bookings are becoming increasingly popular among property owners and guests alike. Here are the top vacation rental trends for direct bookings.
Adriaan de Jager
Jan 24, 2025
The benefits of direct bookings for vacation rentals
In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of direct bookings and why they are essential for the success of your vacation rental business.
Lennart Visscher
Nov 12, 2024
How a well-designed website can boost bookings
A well-designed website can make the difference between an empty calendar and a fully booked vacation home. In this blog you will learn why.
Adriaan de Jager
May 8, 2024
The importance of syncing your own booking system with OTA’s
Managing your listings on multiple OTA’s in addition to your own booking system can be a complex task. Here we discuss the importance of syncing.
Lennart Visscher
Apr 5, 2024
Content to put on your vacation rental website
Working on your own vacation rental website and wondering what content you should add? We've got some nice tips for you.
Adriaan de Jager
Mar 27, 2024
Why using vacation rental management software is a must
In the holiday rental market, home owners and managers face numerous challenges. Fortunately, vacation rental management software offers an all-in-one solution.
Adriaan de Jager
Mar 27, 2024
The fundamental role of an availability calendar
For vacation rental owners, managing bookings is very important. Here we discuss why an availability calendar plays a fundamental role in this process.
Adriaan de Jager
Mar 26, 2024
The importance of SEO for your vacation rental website
Nowadays, online visibility is vital to the success of vacation rental companies. Here we explore why SEO is essential for your vacation rental website
Lennart Visscher
Mar 21, 2024
The best tools to run a vacation rental business
Discover the best tools to run your vacation rental business. Empower your marketing efforts, connect with guests, improve your website, and more!