Category: Guests
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Hidden Costs of Booking Accommodation for Contractors in the North East
The Hidden Costs of Booking Accommodation for Contractors in the North East: How Luke Stays Became the Trusted Partner for Affordable and Flexible Stays. Introduction The North East of England, encompassing vibrant cities like Newcastle, Gateshead, Durham, and Darlington, has emerged as a hub of development and opportunity. With countless ongoing projects and a growing…
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Unlocking Savings: Booking Accommodation Directly with Hosts vs. Third-Party Websites
In an era marked by technological advancements and convenience, the way we book accommodations has transformed significantly. Gone are the days of relying solely on hotels; today, travellers, including contractors, have a plethora of options at their fingertips. While popular third-party booking websites like Airbnb and Booking.com have become household names, there’s a compelling case…
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Pros & Cons of The Airbnb Platform – 2023 Updated Terms
Is Airbnb Always A Good Platform For Property Rentals and To Book Your Stay? It’s always been debated whether Airbnb is the best platform to book property rentals. For some people, it’s the best; for others, it’s the worst. Depending on each individual’s experience, it’s different. So in today’s blog, we’re going to explain all…
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Best Highlights and The Charming History of Darlington
The Charming History of Darlington, and Why it Should be on Your Travel Bucket List When the majority of people think about towns and cities to visit in England, a few of the usual suspects immediately come to mind. And while we love the razzmatazz of London and the quaint streets of Oxford and…
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Short-Term Rentals Continues to be the Preferred Accommodation for Remote Workers in 2023
Remote working is no longer a rarity in the UK, and in the world in general. Remote workers are increasing everyday. As well as travel, online shopping, and healthcare, the pandemic has redefined the way we choose to work – and, more importantly, where we work from. Reports from OfficeHomeLife indicate that the British…
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Where to See the Best Festive Lights in London
Festive Lights, Christmas, Action! No city comes alive quite like London during the festive season. As we’re now well into the month of December, the UK’s capital city will be attracting visitors from all over the world for its Christmas decor and fun, with great festive lights! If you’re in London this time of…
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The A-Z of Airbnb Booking (and why you should hold onto your wallets)
You can’t fault Brian Chesky for changing the entire trajectory of the travel landscape with the ease of Airbnb booking. Over the last decade (despite the pandemic), more travellers are gearing towards short term rentals because of Airbnb – in the pursuit of more space, flexibility, and money in the bank. But the truth is, as…
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How Booking with Airbnb and Booking,com Is Costing You More Money
The short-term rental space is practically synonymous with Airbnb and Booking.com. While this is understandable, as both the OTAs have revolutionised the way we travel. They are also lulling guests into a false sense of security. We’ve explained on numerous occasions how platforms like Airbnb don’t provide you with the ‘guest protection or guaranteed safety‘…
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StayCover Proves That Airbnb is Not Guest Focused After All
It’s no surprise how every feature that Airbnb introduces to the short-term rental market is over-sensationalised. This time the new feature is Airbnb Aircover. The OTA has dominated our industry for decades; and no doubt, redefined traveller behaviour. However, despite its enormous success, there’s a lot to be said for Airbnb’s interpretation of “social…
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Why Tech Automation Doesn’t Have to Kill the Art of Hospitality
There’s no denying that hospitality is first and foremost “a people business”. The very pinnacle of it is serving other humans in a selfless, generous, and inclusive way – and as a result, gifting them with memories that they can forever cherish. But how does this look in an increasingly tech-driven world? And does technology…