Blog for hosts
Guides on direct bookings, stay extensions, calendar sync and upselling.
29 May 2026
How to Take Direct Bookings Without a Website (And why building one is ridiculous for 1 or 2 properties)
Building a website for 1 or 2 rentals is a cost trap. Learn how to break free from OTA commissions using a single smart booking link — no website, no maintenance.
29 May 2026
How to Take Secure Direct Bookings for Vacation Rentals (And why you should stop using bank transfers)
Bank transfers sabotage your direct bookings with date blocks, overbookings and distrust. Learn how to take secure card payments instantly and automatically.
25 May 2026
Upselling Strategies for Vacation Rentals: How to Maximize Ancillary Revenue Per Guest
Boost your short-term rental profit with operational upselling: automated early check-in, late check-out and extra nights that earn more without manual work.
25 May 2026
What is the Real Airbnb Commission? (The Hidden Costs Exposed)
The standard host fee looks like 3%, but guest service fees and Simplified Pricing tell a different story. Here's how Airbnb commissions really add up.
25 May 2026
How to Automate Booking Extensions in Short-Term Rentals (An Operational Guide)
Handling late check-outs and extra nights by hand causes chaos and double-booking risk. Learn the 3 pillars to automate stay extensions safely.
19 May 2026
Calendar Synchronization (iCal): The Ultimate Guide
Connect your short-term rental calendars with Amplistay via iCal to automate real-time availability and eliminate double bookings on stay extensions and late check-outs.