The top 10 key events in the holiday rental sector for 2024

November 2023

The holiday rental sector is bouncing back! After the pandemic, events, conferences, and meet-ups are back in action in many countries. The industry’s return to normalcy provides hosts and managers the chance to discover new tech solutions and stay updated on upcoming legal regulations. 

It’s also a great opportunity to network and build relationships that could open doors for professional decision-making contacts. Check out the top 10 sector events that will make waves in 2024!

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Fitur

• When: 24th – 28th of January 2024
• Location: Madrid
• Cost: Professional €20, Permanent professional €40

What is Fitur? 

For professionals, hosts, and managers worldwide, the International Tourism Fair is a well-known event. Attending allows you to expand your network, offer tailored deals, and stay updated on the latest trends, among other things that can boost your business opportunities. 

One of the noteworthy updates, announced by the Executive Committee President of IFEMA MADRID, José Vicente de los Mozos, is that in the 2024 fair, they’ll have Ecuador as an associated country. This will bring innovation to a new global tourist destination, optimising potential in the sector. 

So, don’t wait to attend various seminars, workshops, conferences, and presentations, all in one place. Don’t miss out! 

RECHARGE

• When: 22nd and 23rd of January 2024
• Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland
• Cost: €897,80 

What is RECHARGE?

RECHARGE is a gathering for hotel and real estate leaders who positively challenge the status quo, aiming to conduct business efficiently and promote collaboration, innovation, and personality in discussions.

Gain valuable information in just a few hours! The meetings are short and impactful. The fee includes access to all sessions and activities on-site, as well as other tours. In 2024, Recharge is organised by Room2 Hotels, offering limited sponsorship opportunities for companies looking to highlight their brand during the conferences. 

This event reserves the right to admission, and in case of denial, a refund will be processed within 30 days. 

Short Stay Greece

• When: 9th and 10th of February 2024
• Location: Grecia
• Cost: €20 early bird tickets 

What is Short Stay Greece?

Short Stay Greece is a conference designed for managers and hosts looking to enhance their services and provide effective solutions to clients in a short time frame. Among its sponsors are the European Holiday Home Association and Pomida.gr. 

In addition to professional speakers, the conference offers the participation of prominent companies and interactive meetings to generate ideas and results for companies in the tourism sector seeking innovation. 

The Annual General Meeting of the Short-Term Accommodation Managers Association (STAMA Greece) will present the first workshops with professional speakers, in collaboration with BNB News.gr. Seize this opportunity to enrich your business! 

ITB Berlin

• When: 5th – 7th of March 2024
• Location: Messegelände Berlin
• Cost: Starting from €49 

What is ITB Berlín?

The ITB has been held since 1966 and is known as the world’s largest tourism fair, organised by Messe Berlin. It is the hub where all major accommodation and rental companies gather, especially hosts from the Canary Association of Holiday Rentals. 

At ITB Berlín (Internationale Tourismus-Börse Berlin), representatives from hotels, software developers, tourism offices, airlines, managers, and holiday rental hosts are showcased. You can grab your ticket from December! 

Level Up Your Listing Summit

• When: 11th – 13th of March 2024
• Location: Arizona, USA
• Cost: Starting from $297 

What is Level Up Your Listing Summit?

Level Up Your Listing Summit is aimed at short-term holiday rental hosts, managers, and administrators, with three days of workshops, meetings, and conferences. It offers strategies to boost annual client flow through hospitality design and guest experiences. 

Hotel brands participate with more than 300 exhibitors sharing information for improvement and innovation. Notable speakers include Natalie Palmer, known for being a super host on Airbnb, and Tatianna Taylor, a writer and short-term rental coach. 

Moreover, if you want your brand to be visible in advertising programs, they offer a sponsorship package for the event. Don’t miss this growth and learning opportunity in the industry! 

Vitur Summit

• When: 8h and 9th of May 2024
• Location: Málaga
• Coste: To be determined

What is Vitur Summit 2024?

At the Vitur Summit 2024, managers and hosts in the field of tourist accommodations, holiday apartments, or flexible lodgings have the opportunity to attend one of the key events for developing strategies with new technologies, companies, and people. Strategic matters in the sector will be addressed, such as the ‘Guest Experience,’ the new loyalty indicator for travel and hospitality. 

You can enjoy this experience as a sponsor, media representative, speaker, exhibitor, or attendee. 

Short Stay Summit

• When: 24th of April 2024
• Location: London
• Cost: Starting from €249 

What is the Short Stay Summit?

The Short Stay Summit, organised by EHHA, VRMA, and STAA, attracted over 1,200 registered attendees last year and featured participation from over 50 companies as exhibitors. Over the years, it has proven to be one of the leading events offering networking opportunities and information to holiday rental, tourism, and other sector companies. 

The plan is already confirmed for 2024 at Billingsgate Market, London, with an audience coming from across Europe seeking valuable information and the chance to grow with providers supporting innovative solutions. 

“CEO Roundtable” discussions will also take place for executives, discussing relevant industry trends.

The Book Direct Show

• When: 16th of May 2024
• Location: Barcelona
• Cost: Starting from €199 

What is The Book Direct Show?

The Book Direct Show is an event focused on direct booking strategies, and in 2024, it’ll accompany networking for professionals in the tourism industry. It’s an event produced by Scale Show with the aim of propelling your business to success, making it profitable and sustainable. 

If you want to be an exhibitor, you need to showcase your innovative strategies and lessons learned to provide knowledge to newcomers in the tourism sector. And if you want to acquire new knowledge about booking strategies, you should make the most of this experience dedicated to accommodation management. 

Short Stay Week Barcelona

• When: 14th – 17th of May 2024
• Location: Barcelona
• Cost: Starting from €49 

What is Short Stay Week Barcelona?

The Short Stay Week is a fair with multiple events and conferences. The exhibitors include professionals from Scale Rentals and other property management experts with insights focused on specific themes. 

They focus on short-term stays, providing information on networking and topics addressing the best decisions for managing your business. This fair offers a unique advantage to learn and connect with other industry professionals. Don’t miss the opportunity to enhance your business in the Short Stay Week! 

VRD Summit 2

• When: Spring 2024
• Location: Barcelona
• Cost: To be determined

What is VRD Summit 2?

The VRD Summit focuses on interior design and is known as the ‘Holiday Rental Design Summit.’ It’s in its second edition and has so far featured prominent speakers like Tobi Fairley, a designer and creative coach, Tiffany Cassidy from Lagnappe Interiors, and Paula Oblen from Holiday Interiors. 

The summit offers a unique opportunity to learn from interior design experts and how to apply their knowledge in the holiday rental realm. It’s also a unique occasion to make connections and gain valuable insights into the world of design and holiday rentals.

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