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Our guides provide comprehensive insights into all aspects of vacation home ownership, from the initial planning and design stages to managing guest experiences, marketing, and operations. We understand the nuances of creating a welcoming and memorable space for guests, so we’ve designed our resources to offer practical advice, actionable tips, and step-by-step guidance to help you navigate the complexities of owning and running a vacation home.

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The Flexible Host Model: Balancing Freedom with Profit
The Flexible Host Model: Balancing Freedom with Profit

Explore how the flexible host model helps holiday home owners balance personal freedom with maximised rental profits.

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Getting Started, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz25 May 2025Pre-Splash
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Self-Improver
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Self-Improver

Discover The Self-Improver’s emotional journey to create inspiring, wellness-focused holiday home stays that support personal growth.

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Types of Travel Guests, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz25 May 2025Pre-Splash, Rest & Renewal
Clarity Turns Your Property Into A Plan
Clarity Turns Your Property Into A Plan

Gain clarity to turn your holiday home into a profitable vacation rental with a clear, strategic hosting plan.

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Getting Started, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz24 May 2025Pre-Splash
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Pet Holiday-er
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Pet Holiday-er

Understand The Pet Holiday-er’s emotional journey to offer seamless, pet-friendly holiday home hosting experiences that delight guests and their furry friends.

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Types of Travel Guests, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz24 May 2025Pre-Splash, Family-Focused Travellers
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Farm Stay Family
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Farm Stay Family

Discover how to host Farm Stay Families—guests seeking slow, hands-on holidays that reconnect kids (and parents) with nature, food, and the joy of the land.

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Types of Travel Guests, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz23 May 2025Pre-Splash, Family-Focused Travellers
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Girl’s Weekend-Away
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Girl’s Weekend-Away

Learn about The Girl’s Weekend-Away emotional journey to create lively, memorable holiday home stays perfect for group getaways.

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Types of Travel Guests, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz23 May 2025Pre-Splash, Celebratory Gatherings
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Boys Behaving... Mostly
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Boys Behaving... Mostly

They’re not lads on the lash—they’re grown men who need a break. Discover how to host midlife men’s getaways with ease, humour, and plenty of space to unwind.

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Types of Travel Guests, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz23 May 2025Pre-Splash, Celebratory Gatherings
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Solo Traveller
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Solo Traveller

Understand The Solo Traveller’s emotional journey to provide thoughtful, secure holiday home hosting experiences tailored to independent guests.

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Types of Travel Guests, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz23 May 2025Pre-Splash, Escape & Exhale
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Pre-Mover
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Pre-Mover

Learn about The Pre-Mover’s emotional journey and how to provide thoughtful, comforting holiday home hosting during times of transition.

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Types of Travel Guests, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz23 May 2025Pre-Splash, Life in Transition
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Thrill Seeker
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Thrill Seeker

Understand The Thrill Seeker’s emotional journey to deliver dynamic, adrenaline-filled holiday home hosting experiences.

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Types of Travel Guests, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz23 May 2025Pre-Splash, Active & Adventurous
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Renovators
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Renovators

Understand The Renovators’ emotional journey to offer thoughtful, stress-relieving holiday home hosting during renovation periods.

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Types of Travel Guests, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz23 May 2025Pre-Splash, Life in Transition
Avoiding Burnout When You Treat Hosting Like a Business
Avoiding Burnout When You Treat Hosting Like a Business

Managing your holiday home like a business can be rewarding but overwhelming—learn effective strategies to prevent burnout and sustain your hosting passion.

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Getting Started, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz23 May 2025Pre-Splash
Why Guest Fit Affects Profit, Not Just Vibes
Why Guest Fit Affects Profit, Not Just Vibes

Understanding guest fit helps you attract guests who align with your property’s vibe and values, leading to higher profits and smoother hosting.

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Guest Journey Maps, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz22 May 2025Pre-Splash
Attract Your Ideal Guests: Who Are You Hosting For?
Attract Your Ideal Guests: Who Are You Hosting For?

Defining your ideal guests allows you to tailor your holiday home and marketing to attract visitors who truly fit your space and hosting style.

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Guest Journey Maps, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz22 May 2025Pre-Splash
Identifying Who Your Holiday Home Truly Attracts
Identifying Who Your Holiday Home Truly Attracts

Attracting ideal holiday home guests starts with understanding guest personas and tailoring your hosting approach to meet their unique needs and preferences.

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Guest Journey Maps, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz22 May 2025Pre-Splash
Dream Stay, Wrong Guests: Why It Feels Off
Dream Stay, Wrong Guests: Why It Feels Off

When your dream holiday home meets the wrong guests, the experience feels off — discover how to identify and attract the right guests for a better hosting journey.

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Getting Started, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz22 May 2025Pre-Splash, Featured
Your Hosting Why—Written Into Every Pillow, Policy & Page
Your Hosting Why—Written Into Every Pillow, Policy & Page

Your hosting why shapes every aspect of your holiday home, helping you create authentic, meaningful guest experiences that drive loyalty and growth.

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Getting Started, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz21 May 2025Pre-Splash, Featured
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Business Professional
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Business Professional

Understand the emotional journey of business professional guests to deliver tailored, stress-free holiday home hosting experiences.

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Types of Travel Guests, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz15 May 2025Pre-Splash, Work Meets Wander
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Mending Heart
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Mending Heart

Discover the emotional journey of healing guests and how to provide compassionate, soothing holiday home hosting experiences.

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Types of Travel Guests, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz15 May 2025Pre-Splash, Rest & Renewal
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Eco Tourist
Emotional Guest Journey Map: The Eco Tourist

Learn about The Eco Tourist’s emotional journey and how to create eco-friendly, thoughtful holiday home stays that resonate with conscious travellers.

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Types of Travel Guests, (View All Waves)Elke Bretz14 May 2025Pre-Splash, Intentional Travellers
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