Airbnb rolling out anti-party tech for New Year’s Eve in Puerto Rico
December 26, 2024
Since the system went into effect in 2020, the rate of reported parties during New Year’s Eve has decreased by more than 78% in Puerto Rico. #NewsismyBusiness
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19% of Airbnb hosts in Puerto Rico are 60 or older
December 10, 2024
Of those hosts who shared their gender and are over 60 years old, in Puerto Rico, 50% are women. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico gov’t loses millions due to lack of proper data on STRs
December 9, 2024
Flaws in the data collection and organization of thousands of short-term rentals undermine oversight, even as the Tourism Company recognizes this sector as its most significant revenue source.
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3 travel trends Puerto Rico short-term rentals can bank on in 2025
November 27, 2024
The island has an estimated 20,000 to 30,000 units. #NewsismyBusiness
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Airbnb stays in Puerto Rico’s mountains generated $25M in 2023
November 22, 2024
The economic contribution includes the total financial impact generated by guests during their trip. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico faces severe housing shortage amid regulatory, cost challenges
October 17, 2024
One of the most pressing issues discussed was the high cost of development, 30% of which is attributed to government-related expenses. #NewsismyBusiness
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Isabela municipal gov’t shores up $80K a month from short-term rentals
August 9, 2024
The Municipality of Isabela has around 500 active hosts offering homes for rent. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico debates regulation of short-term rentals
July 5, 2024
The Senate rejected House Bill 1557, leaving the STR sector without clear regulations. #NewsismyBusiness
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Defeat of bill to regulate short-term rentals draws mixed reactions
June 19, 2024
The Puerto Rico Hotel and Tourism Association agrees with the Senate’s decision, while Airbnb said it represents a setback. #NewsismyBusiness
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Paradores ask senators to reject short-term rental House Bill 1557
June 13, 2024
The group said the bill should be withdrawn or rejected so that it may be “responsibly reworked” during the next legislative session in 2025. #NewsismyBusiness
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PRHTA ‘disappointed’ with changes to short-term rental regulation bill
June 11, 2024
The PRHTA demands regulation of STRs in line with the sector’s realities. #NewsismyBusiness
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Airbnb guests want outdoor spaces when visiting Puerto Rico
May 9, 2024
Airbnb revealed travel trends for the coming months, globally, as well as hot destinations for travelers in Puerto Rico. #NewsismyBusiness
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Industry Insight: There’s still hope for Puerto Rico — Communities are awake and active
March 12, 2024
Since 2015, the exponential growth of STRs has significantly altered the transient lodging market in Puerto Rico. #NewsismyBusiness
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Bookings in Puerto Rico up 27% in Q1, Discover Puerto Rico says
February 9, 2024
In 2023, the industry improved across all major indicators for the third year, Discover Puerto Rico stated. #NewsismyBusiness
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Short-term rental properties up 38% Y-O-Y in Puerto Rico to 25K
January 30, 2024
Puerto Rico’s visitors’ economy generated $1.6 billion last year. #NewsismyBusiness
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