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FAQs for Property Management Partners

FAQs for Property Management Partners How do you handle vetting and fraud as an instant book platform? Whimstay uses advanced security measures including an automated ID verification process and fraud detection by Stripe to ensure safe transactions and authentic bookings. How can I prevent last-minute parties at my property? We communicate clear house rules to […]
Boost Your Bookings with Whimstay: A Quick Guide by Meg

Click to watch the full video Introduction to Whimstay Meg kicks things off by setting the stage for how Whimstay addresses one of the most pressing concerns for property managers: unsold inventory. Last-Minute Bookings At the heart of the discussion, Meg explains the core feature of Whimstay—booking last-minute bookings. We recommend offering a minimum last-minute […]
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Whimstay Enablement Guides

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Whimstay Guide for Hostify

How to Enable Whimstay in Your Hostify Account 1. In your Hostify account, navigate to Settings 2. Copy your API Key and email it to HostSupport@whimstay.com or directly to your Account Manager prior to your onboarding call Questions? Please contact Whimstay’s Account Management Team at: hostsupport@whimstay.com Download
Whimstay + Hostify

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Whimstay Summer Promo

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Whimstay Guide for Lodgify

How to Enable Whimstay in Your Lodgify Account 1. In Lodgify, click on the menu bar, then select Marketplace. Go to the Whimstay card and click on it. 2. Once you are in the Whimstay card, scroll down and click “Copy Lodgify API Key”. (You can also find your API Key under Settings > Public […]
Whimstay + Lodgify

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Whimstay Spring Promo

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Property Damage Protection from Whimstay

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Whimstay + BrightSide

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How to Get Viral Content for Free: Insider Tips from an Influencer Marketing Pro

Why Influencer Marketing? In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, influencer marketing (also known as creator marketing – we’ll use the terms interchangeably here) has emerged as a game-changer for businesses looking to expand their consumer base. As a creator myself and an experienced influencer marketing manager, I’ve witnessed firsthand its transformative impact. Consider this: Influencer marketing […]
Secure Stays: Elevating Safety for Women Travelers

Imagine stepping into the shoes of the modern woman traveler – a demographic reshaping the travel industry. Did you know that in 2024, a reported 54% of women have expressed plans to travel alone? This trend is not new; statistics from 2020-2021 by Condor Ferries revealed that a staggering 84% of solo travel ventures were […]
Captivating the Next Gen Traveler: Whimstay’s Unique Appeal

Trends Shaping the Future: Targeting Frequent, Smaller Trips: Our data shows that typical booking group sizes on Whimstay ranges from 2-4 people, with an average stay of 3-4 days and a booking value between $1,000 and $1,400. Morning Consult reports that 52% of Gen Z adults claim to already be frequent travelers, on par with […]
Looking Ahead: Navigating the Future of Short-Term Rentals

Headwinds: This year brings with it economic uncertainties and the buzz of the election season, impacting international travel and occupancy rates, which are expected to hover around 50%. These factors necessitate a nimble and adaptive strategy for property managers. Tailwinds: However, there’s a silver lining with supply and demand in the STR space projected to […]
Maximizing Occupancy with Whimstay: A Last-Minute Strategy for Property Managers

Bridging the Booking Gap: Complementing Major Sites with Whimstay In the dynamic world of short-term rentals, timing is everything. A visual comparison of booking timelines reveals a striking trend: while VRBO targets guests planning 90-180+ days ahead, and Airbnb captures those booking 30-90 days out, Whimstay specializes in optimizing occupancy rates for bookings made within […]
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Stop Surviving, Start Thriving: Capture Last-Minute Bookings

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Whimstay + BookingPal

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Whimstay Guide for OwnerRez

How to Enable Whimstay in Your OwnerRez Account 1. Inside OwnerRez, go to Settings > API Integrations > Connect a Channel, then select Connect Whimstay 2. Make sure to configure the channel settings and save 3. Next, click the Properties tab then click Change Property Mappings 4. Check off the units you would like […]
Whimstay + Rentals United

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Introducing Whimstay’s Updated Cancelation Policy & Travel Insurance Options

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Whimstay + OwnerRez

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Whimstay + Hostfully

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Whimstay + CiiRUS

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Alt Text Advantage: Enhancing Vacation Rental Listings for Accessibility and SEO

Emphasizing Accessible Content for Search Crawlers Search engines are designed to index content that is accessible to all users, including people with visual impairments. By prioritizing alt text in your images, you’re not just opening up your properties to a broader audience; you’re also signaling to search crawlers that your content is designed to be […]
Capturing the Charm: Photo Strategies to Optimize Your Vacation Rental Listings

Showcase High-Value and Novelty Amenities Guests often seek unique experiences, and your property’s amenities can be the deciding factor. Make sure to feature high-resolution photos of all unique amenities — a sparkling pool, a relaxing hot tub, and that cozy covered porch. Don’t overlook the charm of a vintage stove, a majestic stone fireplace, or […]
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Welcome to Whimstay

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Vacation Rental SEO: 5 Easy Steps to Optimize Listings with AI

In the dynamic world of vacation rental property management, staying ahead of the competition is key to success. With travelers increasingly relying on search engines to find their dream getaways, optimizing your vacation rentals for SEO is a strategic move that can significantly boost property views and ultimately, bookings. What if you had a secret […]
Effective Gap Night Strategies: Maximizing Occupancy During Off-Peak Times

For property managers, the shoulder season can be a challenging period to navigate. While the peak season brings in a steady flow of guests and income, off-peak times are less predictable. However, that doesn’t mean your properties should sit idle. Here are five expert-backed strategies to help you maximize occupancy and revenue during these less […]
Whimstay Guide for Guesty

How to Activate Whimstay on Your Guesty Portal In Guesty, find the Growth icon in the tool bar. Next, click “Growth” from the menu bar then “Distribution”. Find the Whimstay card and click “Connect”. Click “Start Connecting To Whimstay” button (this will automatically email tokens to Whimstay) Set cancellation policies Select Listings: All my […]
Whimstay Guide for CiiRUS

How to Activate Whimstay on Your CiiRUS Portal Contact CiiRUS support and say “I would like to connect to Whimstay” support.ciirus.com Ciirus support will your account to Whimstay Please provide your 5-digit UID number to your dedicated Whimstay account manager for them to enable the integration. Then when logged into your CiiRUS account > click […]
Whimstay Guide for Escapia

How to Activate Whimstay on Your Escapia Portal 1. In Escapia account click Admin > Setup > EscapiaNET > Network Partners. Then check Whimstay under the network partners list and click Save & Finish. 2. Check that all units are distributed to Whimstay by clicking Admin > Setup > EscapiaNET > Unit Distribution. Second, check […]
Whimstay Guide for Hostaway

How to Activate Whimstay on Your Hostaway Portal 1. Log into your Hostaway portal 2. On the left panel click on “Marketplace” 3. In the categories drop-down menu at the top, select “Booking Channel” to filter your results 4. Locate “Whimstay” from the list and click on “connect” 5. Click on “connect” again to […]
Whimstay Guide for Hostfully

How to Activate Whimstay on Your Hostfully Portal Step 1: In Hostfully, under the Agency dropdown, go to Channels to toggle Whimstay ON Step 2. Click on the Manage this channel link, and choose properties to go live on Whimstay by toggling them ON Step 3. Get your Agency UID from the Hostfully […]
Whimstay Guide for Barefoot

How to Activate Whimstay on Your Barefoot Portal Click the “PARTNER” button at the top. Find Whimstay in the list, then click “Whimstay” Accept Whimstay’s Terms & Conditions by clicking the “accept” button at the bottom of the screen Click the “SETTINGS” button, then click “Partner Settings” Select Whimstay under the partner drop-down list. […]
Whimstay Guide for Streamline

How to Activate Whimstay on Your Streamline Portal Step 1: Enable tokens for Whimstay 1. Go to your Streamline home page 2. Find the Third Party Integrations section and click “Self Service Onboarding” 3. Then find Whimstay in the list and click “Get Tokens” 4. Complete the steps prompted by Streamline & the tokens […]
Whimstay Guide for Track

How to Activate Whimstay on Your Track Portal Setting up Payment Method 1. Log into your Track Account. 2. Click on the configuration icon in the upper right corner 3. On the PMS Setup tab, under the Accounting column, click on “Payment Methods” 4. Click on “+ Payment Method” to create a new payment […]