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Condé Nast Traveler
09-07-2025
- Condé Nast Traveler
This Portuguese Town Has Been Ranked as Europe's Best Hidden Gem for a 2025 Summer Vacation
From the hustle and bustle of pursuing the best things to do in Barcelona, to the climb (and climb, and climb) towards one of the best restaurants in Lisbon, there's much to be said for the restorative power of a sun-soaked European adventure. However, as much as the big-hitters will forever draw us back with their buzzy new openings, sometimes it pays to go off-grid. Property rental platform HomeToGo have devised a methodology to uncover a handful of destinations that offer scenic views, fascinating attractions, fabulous food, and more—without the crowds. HomeToGo, which, at the time of writing, has almost 7.5 million holiday homes available from more than 19,500 partners, has rummaged through its locations for 2025's best hidden gems, many of which make for fabulously affordable alternatives to larger cities. None of the top 50 destinations appear on the list of the top 5,000 most-searched destinations across HomeToGo's European domains for holiday accommodation stays during summer 2025, meaning there are plenty of sleek addresses waiting to be snapped up. To crunch the numbers, the team assigned each destination a score for the following categories: heat score, under-the-radar score, scenic setting score, rising star score, wander score, gastronomy score, and accommodation score. More details on HomeToGo's methodology can be found here. Destinations range from wild corners of Wales in the UK to charming French communes and Greek cities we'd never previously considered making a beeline for. If you require some alternative summer inspiration, these are the best hidden gems in Europe ripe for an escape in the coming months. A version of this article originally appeared in Condé Nast Traveller UK. Getty Images 10. Beaumaris, Wales, UK While the charming town of Beaumaris, found on the Welsh island of Anglesey, ranks low on the heat score, it's one of the best-performers for the scenic setting score. Anyone who's experienced the lush, sweeping landscapes and dazzling beaches nearby will attest to this being one of Europe's best hidden gems. 9. Labeaume, France You'll find the intriguing commune of Labeaume between the Beaume gorges in southern Ardèche. Ancient homes give way to medieval castles via mysterious caves, with panoramic views awaiting atop valley peaks. It has the second-best accommodation cost score, with the median nightly price per person for a holiday home just £32 (about $43).
Skift
08-07-2025
- Business
- Skift
Vacation Rentals Surge, Hotels Under Pressure
The Skift Travel Health Index reveals a period of balanced growth in global travel, despite challenges in the hotel sector. The global travel industry showed moderate growth in May 2025, with the Skift Travel Health Index reaching 102, indicating 2% growth year-on-year. A deep dive into sector performance, however, reveals diverging trends between the two accommodation sectors: vacation rentals, which are soaring, and hotels, which are softening. According to the latest Skift Travel Health Index report, vacation rentals are experiencing a surge, growing 12% relative to May 2024, while hotels witnessed a slowdown (2% year-on-year) in the face of growing economic uncertainties. Skift Travel Health Index Score by Sector Region Feb-25 Mar-25 Apr-25 May-25 Airlines 103 105 105 102 Hotels 100 105 103 98 Vacation rentals 113 108 113 112 Car rentals 98 107 105 109 Vacation Rentals: The Star Performer Short-term rentals emerged as the top performer in May, with its index rising 12% year-on-year. This strong growth highlights continued appetite for alternative accommodations among travelers. Brazil led with a strong 105% increase in short-term rental bookings in May. While global short-term rental occupancy dipped during the month – likely due to supply growth outpacing demand after April's Easter holiday surge – the outlook for summer remains strong. AirDNA forecasts continued momentum for short-term rentals in the U.S., projecting 3–4% RevPAR growth from 2024 to 2026. The growth is primarily driven by a forecasted increase in average daily rate (or ADR). U.S. Short-Term Rental Industry: Historical Performance and Forecasts Year-on-Year Percentage Change Region 2022 2023 2024E 2025F 2026F Nights listed 22% 8% 7% 5% 5% Demand 15% 2% 7% 5% 6% Occupancy -4% -4% 0% 0% 1% ADR 5% -3% 3% 3% 2% RevPAR -2% -9% 3% 3% 4% Source: Reproduced from 2025 U.S. Short-Term Rental Outlook Report, AirDNA, data as of June 2025. Hotels: Slight Softening In contrast, the hotel sector declined by 2% in May. New hotel bookings for the coming months have slowed across the board, with the exception of Latin America, which saw a 6% increase. This broad slowdown is likely due to a shortening of booking windows, a common trend during periods of economic uncertainty. Key performance indicators for hotels, such as occupancy and ADR, presented a mixed picture. While they increased in some regions, they declined in Europe (3% year-on-year) and North America (1% year-on-year). In the U.S., ADR fell by 4% and occupancy by 2%, suggesting hotels may be strategically lowering rates to stimulate demand. This has led PwC to lower its 2025 U.S. hotel performance forecast. The updated projections anticipate that U.S. RevPAR will rise only by 0.9% to $101, a reduction from previous estimates. ADR is now expected to increase by just 0.8% to $160, with occupancy growth remaining minimal at 63%. PwC's Quarterly U.S. Hotel Outlook Region Q1 2025 Q2 2025 Q3 2025 Q4 2025 Full Year 2025 Occupancy 58% 66% 67% 61% 63% Y-o-Y growth 0.40% -0.90% 0.30% 0.60% 0.10% ADR $158 $160 $162 $161 $160 Y-o-Y growth 1.90% -0.30% 0.80% 1.10% 0.80% RevPAR $92 $106 $109 $97 $101 Y-o-Y growth 2.20% -1.20% 1.10% 1.80% 0.90% Source: STR; U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis; U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; S&P Global (forecast released May 2025); CoStar; PwC. Data as of June 2025. PwC attributes this revision to economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and a soft second quarter this year. While a rebound is anticipated for the second half of 2025 as economic conditions stabilize, the immediate outlook remains cautious. The Skift Travel Health Index is a real-time measure of the performance of the travel industry at large, and the core verticals within it, which provides the travel industry with a powerful tool for strategic planning. We have been tracking travel for 22 of the largest global economies since 2020, with consistent monthly data inputs across 88 indicators that are aggregated to cover categories such as aviation, hotels, short-term rentals, and car rentals. Access the Skift Travel Health Index: May 2025 Highlights for an in-depth analysis and the Travel Health Index dashboard to visualize the data. Skift Travel Health Index: May 2025 Highlights In May 2025, Skift Travel Health Index, at 102, indicates a period of balanced growth in the global travel industry. While the hotel sector faces challenges and revised forecasts, the strong performance of vacation rentals and steady growth in other segments paint an optimistic picture for global travel. Read More
Washington Post
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
Aggressive instructions, impossible locks: When vacation rentals go wrong
When staying in vacation rentals, I've come across a variety of surprises. Among all types of decor, features and amenities, I've encountered a noisy attic in Tennessee (full of raccoons, or ghosts, but probably raccoons) and a Canadian host who insisted on playing his guitar at me for hours. Here are a few other Airbnb types that you might find on your travels.
Condé Nast Traveler
28-06-2025
- Condé Nast Traveler
21 Best Airbnbs in France, From Sun-Drenched Villas to Spacious Parisian Flats
From chic lofts in Paris to sun-soaked villas along the southern coast, France is home to some of the most unforgettable Airbnb vacation rentals in the world. Rich with homes that invite you to live each version of the vast country, you can check-in to chalets in the Marais with soaring windows and skyline views, first time bases for access to the Eiffel Tower, or breezy retreats above Saint-Tropez where the pool overlooks a patchwork of vineyards and sea. Garden-wrapped hideaways are tucked in Toulouse, and vineyard getaways await in Canon-Fronsac's wine castles. Some are cozy for winter, designed for curling up in layers of wool and woodsmoke; others are summer-perfect with loungers, limes, and the scent of blooming flowers in the air. No matter what you're chasing—style, stillness, or just a beautiful place to sleep—the best Airbnbs in France are bucket-list-worthy destinations in and of themselves. So, if you'd prefer to enjoy a more authentic experience with an above average rating on your next trip instead of splurging on a pricey hotel, scroll down for our list of the best Airbnbs in France, thoughtfully chosen and well-loved. These properties are a one-way ticket to the quiet kind of elegance you can only find while living like a local.
Skift
26-06-2025
- Business
- Skift
Skift Travel Health Index: May 2025 Highlights
In May 2025, Skift Travel Health Index, at 102, indicates a period of balanced growth in the global travel industry. While the hotel sector faces challenges and revised forecasts, the strong performance of vacation rentals and steady growth in other segments paint an optimistic picture for global travel. Report Overview This report highlights the latest insights from the Skift Travel Health Index. The index covers travel's performance since January 2020, up to and including May 2025. The Skift Travel Health Index is a real-time measure of the performance of the travel industry at large, and the core verticals within it. The Index provides the travel industry with a powerful tool for strategic planning, which is of utmost importance as times remain uncertain. Skift Research launched the Index in May 2020 as the Skift Recovery Index. At the start of 2022 we rebranded the Index as the Skift Travel Health Index, to reflect some far-ranging changes: the addition of many more indicators, additional data partners, and most importantly, our continued effort to track the industry health beyond the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. We are thankful for the continued support of our other data partners: Amadeus, Aviasales, Beyond, CarTrawler, Cendyn, Cloudbeds, Collinson, Criteo, Duetto, Hotelbeds, Key Data Dashboard, Lighthouse, Nium, OAG, Onyx CenterSource, Shiji Group, Skyscanner, Sojern, The Data Appeal Company, TravelgateX, and TrustYou. Their data allows us to provide you with a monthly assessment of travel's performance.
