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Vauban brings co-investment in Europe with LUX SPV and VC funds
Rémy Astié and Ulric Musset co-founded Vauban in 2018 | Image credit: VaubanIn April 2021, Xaviel Niel, investor and co-founder of Kima Ventures, made a seed investment of €4 million along with a few other investors in Zefir. In February…
Vida Residences Edgewater Announced, Will Have 121 Units – The Next Miami
Something similar to Opera happened to Icon Brickell.Note that these two buildings were delivered in the banking crisis. Before construction, individuals paid installments with the intention of becoming owners. Miami was highlighted…
Discover the world’s most unique hotels for your next travel adventure
Our favorite thing about the hospitality world is that it's constantly changing. I mean, nobody wants a boring hotel room anymore! Every year seems to bring us new and exciting options to discover and enjoy, whether completely man-made…
Which destinations have a tourist tax?
Travel can be a huge force for good, bringing not only economic but also cultural benefits. And in an effort to offset the negative aspects of tourism – or earn more revenue – a growing number of destinations are asking holidaymakers to…
Disillusioned with Airbnb? These are the ethical alternatives for booking apartments and homestays
Ditch Airbnb and TUI in favor of more ethical and eco-friendly alternatives, a leading consumer organization has urged.Ethical Consumer ranked 29 self-booked travel agencies using a range of factors such as emissions and community…
Remote workers swapping homes
The basic formula on home exchange platforms is largely the same: you pay an annual fee to join (from $40 to $300 (£34 to £254)), accept a lower fee to book ( for things like cleaning) and must agree to host. Two parties usually trade for…
Former Airbnb internal manager takes legal director role at Swiss-based software company
The former associate general counsel of Airbnb has joined Swiss open-source software development firm…
Former Airbnb internal manager takes on role of chief legal officer at SonarSource
The former associate general counsel of Airbnb has joined Swiss open-source software development firm SonarSource to become its first-ever chief legal officer.
Derek Smith takes control of Sonar's…
Payments star’s crash highlights investor myopia
LONDON, Aug 18 (Reuters Breakingviews) - European tech star Adyen's (ADYEN.AS) the collapse of share prices reveals the short-termism of investors. On Thursday, the 50 billion euro Dutch payments company reported an EBITDA margin of 59%…
What is the best city for a happy life? – Robb Report
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“You and I will live forever,” sang English rock siblings Oasis, but it would have been nice if the Gallaghers slipped in a verse on the how. Turns out, where you live might be…
Laura Yuen: How to travel with just carry-on — and some tips if you can’t | Way of life
If you love something, set it free - by packing it in your checked bag.Meaning: You may never see him…
Tesla cars lead UFODrive’s first rental services in the US
Tesla cars lead the UFODrive launch in the United States. Late last week, UFODrive announced its new location in San Francisco. The Europe-based rental company…
Amsterdam Airport Leads Europe’s Air Travel Chaos
Due to staffing shortages and general travel demands, there has been a bit of chaos recently with air travel. The center of this chaosaccording to the travel analysis company, ForwardKeysis Amsterdam, followed…
What online superstar Marion Grasby is up to next
She laughs at that bold laugh and plays with the idea - but don't consider it out of the question.“The collective community has approximately 6.5 million subscribers and followers, but our content reaches over 30 million per month,” says…
Airbnb apologizes for Mississippi ‘slave shack’ listed as luxury getaway after viral…
Comment this storyCommentThe Airbnb listing in Mississippi apparently had everything a traveler could ask for in a bed and breakfast: a suite with exquisite antique furnishings, soft linens, a brand new bathroom, and access to Netflix on…
Polarsteps co-founder explains how to create a truly integrated travel app
Polarsteps is a travel startup built by a team of passionate travelers | Image Credit: PolarstepsTravel is one of life's most rewarding experiences. However, it is also one of the hardest things to plan and execute. Even if you…
Short-term rentals under scrutiny in Ballina County – The Echo
Lennox Head has the highest density of short term rental properties in the Ballina Shire. PhotoDavid Lowe.
Ballina Council staff have delivered a report on short-term rental issues in the area, as a severe housing shortage continues to…
The University of Amsterdam asks international students to find accommodation before traveling to…
The University of Amsterdam (UvA) has urged all international students not to travel to the Dutch capital if they cannot find suitable accommodation by August 15.
This appeal was made by the University due to the ongoing housing crisis in…
All Gabby and Rachel’s ‘Bachelorette’ Filming Locations
After a few really dark pandemic seasons spent trapped in a compound, the bachelorette is finally back to doing what he does best: traveling the world to different filming locations and making everyone vaguely uncomfortable in the…
‘The Bachelorette’ is traveling so much this season and the filming locations are…
Photo credit: YouTubeAfter a few really dark pandemic seasons spent trapped in a compound, the bachelorette is finally back to doing what he does best: traveling the world to different filming locations and making everyone vaguely…
Left Coast Extracts Vape Pods Deliver Flavor |
Fans of dual-barrel magnetic vaping systems are ready for a long, steady ride on a rollercoaster of terps. Excerpts from the left side pods are available in double barrel form, and the strain-specific extracts are more than…
Queensbury imposes a 5-day minimum on Airbnb rentals
QUEENSBURY, NY (NEWS10) – In June, the City of Queensbury adjusted the rules governing landlords who want to rent their homes short-term. If you own a property in Queensbury and want to put it on a service like Airbnb or Vrbo this…
McNeill brings 12 hotels to jv; first Avani hotel in Australia – HOTELSMag.com
McNeill forms joint venture with Prospect Ridge, Fulcrum Hospitality: McNeill Investment Group, Germantown, Tennessee, formerly known as McNeill Hotel Investors, has entered into a strategic partnership with New…
SF’s office vacancy rate held high amid pandemic
After reaching a pandemic high of 21.7% in the first quarter of 2022, the effective office vacancy rate in San Francisco remained unchanged in the second quarter of this year, accounting for 18.7 million square feet of office space.…
bjarke ingels + barcode architects unveil ‘sluishuis’ housing in amsterdam
a modern building block on the water Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) and Barcode Architects completes a new iconic landmark for amsterdam with the Sluishuis accommodation project. The project is located at the confluence between water, rural…
AirBnb is already hurting the high cost and declining housing market (VIDEO)
There have been numerous public complaints about short-term rental sites like AirBnB, VRBO, and HomeAway over the past couple of years — and not just because of those crazy cleaning fees. The short-term rental industry has repeatedly been…
How AirBnb is hurting an already expensive and shrinking housing market
There have been numerous public complaints about short-term rental sites like AirBnB, VRBO, and HomeAway over the past couple of years — and not just because of those crazy cleaning fees. The short-term rental industry has repeatedly been…
Sherlock Holmes themed escape room created at San Antonio home
“I would probably still be here if I had to figure it out myself,” she said days after visiting it for a few hours. "I would just be stuck there."
The setup is for players to collectively become Sherlock Holmes, who…
Amsterdam airport becomes the first in the world to limit flights in its bid to reduce pollution
Dutch Schiphol Airport has become the first in the world to reduce the number of flights by 12% in a bid to reduce pollution and make industry and aviation more sustainable.
The decision was taken by the cabinet of the government of the…