Vrbo and Bookster
Key Takeaways
- Vrbo is part of Bookster's Channel Manager
- Connect to Vrbo in your Bookster account
- Properties on Vrbo will be distributed on all global Vrbo sites
- Properties are eligible for distribution on the other sites of Expedia
- Vrbo promotes a wide variety of property types.
Bookster focuses on attracting profitable bookings to your business.
Our integrated channel manager with direct connections is one strategy for you to achieve this goal.
For property managers looking to appeal to a wider audience, and attract bookings to their properties, take a look at Vrbo.
Use Bookster with Vrbo for more bookings
Bookster offers a direct connection with Vrbo as part of its integrated Channel Manager.
For property managers looking to appeal to a wider audience, and attract bookings to their properties, take a look at Vrbo.
How to turn on Vrbo in Bookster
- Log into your Bookster account.
- Click on Channels / Join a channel / Vrbo.
Vrbo Onboarding will contact you directly to finalise the onboarding details.
What channels will you access with Vrbo?
When you connect your Bookster account with Vrbo, your properties will:
- automatically be distributed across all global Vrbo sites, and
- be eligible for distribution on Expedia Group’s family of sites as well if the properties are suitable.
Type of properties to promote on Vrbo
Vrbo promotes a variety of property types including:
- Townhouses
- Villas
- Country houses
- Boats
- Castles
- Farmhouses
- Chalets
- Caravans
- Lodges
- Barns
- Studios
- Flats
- Bungalows
- Cottages
- Cabins
- Houses
Whether your properties are located beside beaches, in the countryside or in cities, you'll be well promoted on Vrbo.
History of Vrbo
Vrbo is not a new player in the vacation rental market. It is part of a global family that attracts millions of guests.
1995 VRBO was first founded, and it's taken the world by storm.
In 2006 VRBO was acquired by HomeAway, and both companies were then acquired by the Expedia Group in 2015.
The Expedia Group made big changes in 2019, merged the HomeAway brand into VRBO, and rebranded it to Vrbo.
Vrbo is part of a worldwide family which includes:
- Expedia.com
- Abritel.fr
- FeWo-direkt.de
- Bookabach.co.nz
- Stayz.com.au
Want to know more?
Get in touch with our team, and we'll happily talk you through how to use Vrbo to maximise your income.
