Selling vacations as though they are books, as Amazon.com does, is bad for the tourist.
Your vacation accommodation prices are set to rise. Here's why.
I received this email, from an organization that I have already distanced myself from. I can't afford their 15 to 18% fee and keep my prices down. This is what you are doing when you book online, inflating the costs associated with your vacation. This movement will kill small, independent operations.
These mega search engines are 'capturing' information from tourism providers (with and without their permission) then putting it out there for the public, but only opening the connections once the property pays a fee to have contact details disseminated to potential customers. Because the big search engines rank so high in internet searches, they can effectively block any independent sites by pushing them down the list. Then there are other levels of fees, to 'increase' bookings. Works well for 400 room hotels.
Note below that the only thing that distinguishes a Super Host from the rest is paying a higher fee. This is as it has always been in the industry; CAA approval means that the property paid to be included, not that it is special. Check marks and stars are all paid for, and not truly a measure of distinction.
This organization offers to write reviews. That is an unethical practice.
Anyway, here it is. You can't book a vacation here with these guys (Vaway), so call or email for information and reservations. I have also disengaged my premises from Hostelworld, because of the false advertising paradigm they are using, as previously mentioned (Hostelworld + TripAdvisor = no bookings)
Vaway's fancy graphics did not copy over. I think the basic information is all here though.
Vaway Super Host Services your Distribution Network and Online Manager
Welcome to the Super Host Exclusive Membership!
You are receiving this email because your property is already listed with us. Vaway put together a new account type allowing us to manage your Distribution, Bookings, Inquiries, and services online. Once you have requested the Super Host upgrade Vaway Super Host will setup your new accounts on our channel sites Booking, Airbnb, Homeaway, Trip Advisor, Kayak, FlipKey, Holiday lettings, Expedia, Agoda, Wimdu, 9Flats, and many others (Some assistance is required from you). This is pay for performance no payment upfront. If you don’t get bookings we don’t get paid!
You are receiving this email because your property is already listed with us. This is an Exclusive membership and only certain properties get approved depending on the property photos, furnishing, and location. You may not make the cut but we will reply with the requiremenets to become a Super Host if you don’t. We increase your bookings in Super Host by average of 50%. All sites distributed to are managed from one Master Calendar that prevents double bookings and removes the need to login and check each partner site. You may control this calendar from your dashboard.
(Super Host Cost is 18% Per Booking Managed and 15% if you Manage bookings yourself. Below is list of Managed services)
Super Host Distribution Network
Vaway will setup the majority of accounts and assist you in setting up remaining accounts through Super Host. To see the Full list please visit http://vaway.com/page/partnersync . Once Super Host Partnersync is completed Super Host will manage the accounts with the services listed below. Note: If your property is already listed with some of the rental sites above we can manage and integrate these accounts and calendars for you. We do all the work you receive bookings and complete management of your bookings.
(Note we will need your assistance to setup these accounts as it requires information from you online)
Super Host Services
Your Vaway Personal Assistant
How Vaway Super Host works
1. Since your Property is already Listed with us you can go to My Properties in your dashboard once you are logged into your account and select “Super Host Upgrade”. To login your account use your previous credentials or
2.
Username: (Your Current Email Address this message was sent to you)
Your Password: vawaytravel
If you changed your given password above please go to http://vaway.com/users/forgot_password and a new one will be sent immediately. Once again go to My Properties in your Dashboard and click “ Super Host Upgrade” to apply to be a Super Host.
3. Vaway account manager will ask a few questions about your listing and respond with an email and begin setting up your property on our partner sites. We are selective on the properties we allow into Super Host program so if you get an email stating your need better photos or your listing is not well kept we cannot list it. Please understand this is why we call it Super Host and it’s an elite property status. Everyone is eligible if you correct issues we request.
4. You start receiving bookings and getting paid. We increase your received bookings over 50% on average.
Professional Photographer
We will schedule a professional photographer to contact you and schedule photographing of your property. It is a proven fact that without great pictures your listing will lose bookings. This is included in service and is Free with Super Host.
Responding to guest inquiries
24/7 Super-Fast
We reply to inquiries around the clock, within minutes, so you can get booked even when you sleep. You can sync calendar from your other rental sites Homeaway, VRBO, Flip Key, 9Flats, Wimdu, Google or any of the distribution sites we cover. Some may not be listed on the site but you can see http://vaway.com/page/partnersync for sites we sync your calendar with.
Professional
We gather a lot of data from your message history and other resources so we can answer any question your guest may have.
Faster Replies =
More Bookings
On average, Vaway and Partner Site guests look at 3-4 properties before making a reservation. It’s often the first host to reply who gets the booking
Handling bookings
Screening potential guests
based on your criteria
Tell us about your ideal guests - we'll screen inquiries and find the best match for you.
You can set age limits, required verifications, minimal reviews and just about anything else.
Accepting Bookings
We’ll approve the bookings or let you have the final say.
We will communicate with your guest and give them all the information they need, including directions from the airport and instructions for the keys.
Handling Reviews
We are professional reviewers so we can leave beautiful reviews for your guests.
We will write 5-stars review unless you tell us differently.
Optimizing your listing and profile
Better Profile and Listing
We give you tips on how to make your profile and listing more attractive and rank higher by Airbnb criteria
Search Optimization
Our secret sauce increases your search ranking and gets you more inquiries. (For example: Updating your calendar daily)
Pricing analytics
For optimal pricing of your listing
We monitor prices in your neighborhood of Vaway and Partner site listings and hotels, so you can make smarter decisions on how to price your listing.
Providing support to your guests
Information about Your Area
For most of your guests it's going to be the first time in your city. We will supply them with all the information they need
Directions from the Airport
We make sure your guests know all the options to get to your place, by car, public transportation or taxi
24/7 Concierge & Hotline
Whether it's asking for directions or help turning the heater on - We are available all the time
Optional Website Development
Vaway can develop a state of the art Website custom or Standard template (Below) to fit your needs and sync into the Vaway platform as well as all our Channel Partners. Your Property will be fully integrated to all partner calendars preventing double bookings from your personal site. This is additional cost and optional service so not required to setup with Super Host. It removes the need for you to block dates out manually from your personal website calendar if you currently have one.
Website templates
Vaway provides high-end templates for your vacation rental business which will be a great experience for your clients on every platform (desktop, tablet and mobile).
Custom website
Our custom websites come to provide a totally different experience for you visitors. We build for you a custom design which complements your brand in every way.
Content Management System
Seamlessly launch & manage vacation rental websites with Vaway cloud-based web content management system software.
SEO package
Increase your website traffic with Vaway SEO services. Attract the clients thanks to your ranking in search engines.
Social media package
engage clients and boost your business through social media. We setup and manage your social media accounts.
We are no longer Partnered with Hostelworld due to a conflict of interest so if your property was listed with us through Hostelworld you may delete it yourself through the methods above. We do still have the capability of syncing your calendar to any site including Hostelworld however there is no relationship between the two companies.
Your vacation accommodation prices are set to rise. Here's why.
I received this email, from an organization that I have already distanced myself from. I can't afford their 15 to 18% fee and keep my prices down. This is what you are doing when you book online, inflating the costs associated with your vacation. This movement will kill small, independent operations.
These mega search engines are 'capturing' information from tourism providers (with and without their permission) then putting it out there for the public, but only opening the connections once the property pays a fee to have contact details disseminated to potential customers. Because the big search engines rank so high in internet searches, they can effectively block any independent sites by pushing them down the list. Then there are other levels of fees, to 'increase' bookings. Works well for 400 room hotels.
Note below that the only thing that distinguishes a Super Host from the rest is paying a higher fee. This is as it has always been in the industry; CAA approval means that the property paid to be included, not that it is special. Check marks and stars are all paid for, and not truly a measure of distinction.
This organization offers to write reviews. That is an unethical practice.
Anyway, here it is. You can't book a vacation here with these guys (Vaway), so call or email for information and reservations. I have also disengaged my premises from Hostelworld, because of the false advertising paradigm they are using, as previously mentioned (Hostelworld + TripAdvisor = no bookings)
Vaway's fancy graphics did not copy over. I think the basic information is all here though.
Vaway Super Host Services your Distribution Network and Online Manager
Welcome to the Super Host Exclusive Membership!
You are receiving this email because your property is already listed with us. Vaway put together a new account type allowing us to manage your Distribution, Bookings, Inquiries, and services online. Once you have requested the Super Host upgrade Vaway Super Host will setup your new accounts on our channel sites Booking, Airbnb, Homeaway, Trip Advisor, Kayak, FlipKey, Holiday lettings, Expedia, Agoda, Wimdu, 9Flats, and many others (Some assistance is required from you). This is pay for performance no payment upfront. If you don’t get bookings we don’t get paid!
You are receiving this email because your property is already listed with us. This is an Exclusive membership and only certain properties get approved depending on the property photos, furnishing, and location. You may not make the cut but we will reply with the requiremenets to become a Super Host if you don’t. We increase your bookings in Super Host by average of 50%. All sites distributed to are managed from one Master Calendar that prevents double bookings and removes the need to login and check each partner site. You may control this calendar from your dashboard.
(Super Host Cost is 18% Per Booking Managed and 15% if you Manage bookings yourself. Below is list of Managed services)
Super Host Distribution Network
Vaway will setup the majority of accounts and assist you in setting up remaining accounts through Super Host. To see the Full list please visit http://vaway.com/page/partnersync . Once Super Host Partnersync is completed Super Host will manage the accounts with the services listed below. Note: If your property is already listed with some of the rental sites above we can manage and integrate these accounts and calendars for you. We do all the work you receive bookings and complete management of your bookings.
(Note we will need your assistance to setup these accounts as it requires information from you online)
Super Host Services
Your Vaway Personal Assistant
How Vaway Super Host works
1. Since your Property is already Listed with us you can go to My Properties in your dashboard once you are logged into your account and select “Super Host Upgrade”. To login your account use your previous credentials or
2.
Username: (Your Current Email Address this message was sent to you)
Your Password: vawaytravel
If you changed your given password above please go to http://vaway.com/users/forgot_password and a new one will be sent immediately. Once again go to My Properties in your Dashboard and click “ Super Host Upgrade” to apply to be a Super Host.
3. Vaway account manager will ask a few questions about your listing and respond with an email and begin setting up your property on our partner sites. We are selective on the properties we allow into Super Host program so if you get an email stating your need better photos or your listing is not well kept we cannot list it. Please understand this is why we call it Super Host and it’s an elite property status. Everyone is eligible if you correct issues we request.
4. You start receiving bookings and getting paid. We increase your received bookings over 50% on average.
Professional Photographer
We will schedule a professional photographer to contact you and schedule photographing of your property. It is a proven fact that without great pictures your listing will lose bookings. This is included in service and is Free with Super Host.
Responding to guest inquiries
24/7 Super-Fast
We reply to inquiries around the clock, within minutes, so you can get booked even when you sleep. You can sync calendar from your other rental sites Homeaway, VRBO, Flip Key, 9Flats, Wimdu, Google or any of the distribution sites we cover. Some may not be listed on the site but you can see http://vaway.com/page/partnersync for sites we sync your calendar with.
Professional
We gather a lot of data from your message history and other resources so we can answer any question your guest may have.
Faster Replies =
More Bookings
On average, Vaway and Partner Site guests look at 3-4 properties before making a reservation. It’s often the first host to reply who gets the booking
Handling bookings
Screening potential guests
based on your criteria
Tell us about your ideal guests - we'll screen inquiries and find the best match for you.
You can set age limits, required verifications, minimal reviews and just about anything else.
Accepting Bookings
We’ll approve the bookings or let you have the final say.
We will communicate with your guest and give them all the information they need, including directions from the airport and instructions for the keys.
Handling Reviews
We are professional reviewers so we can leave beautiful reviews for your guests.
We will write 5-stars review unless you tell us differently.
Optimizing your listing and profile
Better Profile and Listing
We give you tips on how to make your profile and listing more attractive and rank higher by Airbnb criteria
Search Optimization
Our secret sauce increases your search ranking and gets you more inquiries. (For example: Updating your calendar daily)
Pricing analytics
For optimal pricing of your listing
We monitor prices in your neighborhood of Vaway and Partner site listings and hotels, so you can make smarter decisions on how to price your listing.
Providing support to your guests
Information about Your Area
For most of your guests it's going to be the first time in your city. We will supply them with all the information they need
Directions from the Airport
We make sure your guests know all the options to get to your place, by car, public transportation or taxi
24/7 Concierge & Hotline
Whether it's asking for directions or help turning the heater on - We are available all the time
Optional Website Development
Vaway can develop a state of the art Website custom or Standard template (Below) to fit your needs and sync into the Vaway platform as well as all our Channel Partners. Your Property will be fully integrated to all partner calendars preventing double bookings from your personal site. This is additional cost and optional service so not required to setup with Super Host. It removes the need for you to block dates out manually from your personal website calendar if you currently have one.
Website templates
Vaway provides high-end templates for your vacation rental business which will be a great experience for your clients on every platform (desktop, tablet and mobile).
Custom website
Our custom websites come to provide a totally different experience for you visitors. We build for you a custom design which complements your brand in every way.
Content Management System
Seamlessly launch & manage vacation rental websites with Vaway cloud-based web content management system software.
SEO package
Increase your website traffic with Vaway SEO services. Attract the clients thanks to your ranking in search engines.
Social media package
engage clients and boost your business through social media. We setup and manage your social media accounts.
We are no longer Partnered with Hostelworld due to a conflict of interest so if your property was listed with us through Hostelworld you may delete it yourself through the methods above. We do still have the capability of syncing your calendar to any site including Hostelworld however there is no relationship between the two companies.
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