HomeAway President: How We're Competing With Airbnb

The video discusses the competitive landscape of the vacation rental market, focusing on the rivalry with Airbnb. It highlights the growth opportunities in the market and the unique value proposition of whole home properties. The strategy for acquiring new properties emphasizes meeting market demand and catering to families. The video also addresses the challenges of instant booking, especially for luxury properties, and underscores the importance of user focus in maintaining competitiveness. Finally, it touches on potential regulatory risks and the importance of not speculating on unconfirmed policies.

Discuss the challenges of instant booking for larger properties.

What are the potential regulatory risks facing the vacation rental industry?