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+Ranking higher in booking searches boosts visibility, bookings, and revenue. With many competing properties, understanding ranking algorithms and optimizing your listing is crucial. This guide covers key ranking factors and actionable tips to improve your position.
 A good ranking on the channels depends largely the content you provide and guest reviews.
-Good content is key to manage guest expectations. List all your amenities and make sure your descriptions are accurate so guests know what to expect. Add  as many as possible great photos to your listings that show what guests will get.
 Our tips apply to your direct booking page as well to all OTAs. For Airbnb, Booking.com, the Vrbo group and Hometogo you can manage the complete content directly from Beds24.
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+=Airbnb=
 [[Image:guest-favourite.jpg|center|500px|link=]]
-=Gemeral Recommendations=
+With Airbnb its all about quality and convenience for the guest.
+'''Aim to become a guest favourite'''
+On average listings with [https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3496?locale=en&_set_bev_on_new_domain=1741603575_EAZjBiOWU4ODNlZT Guest Favourite badge] receive 30% more bookings than other listings and have more room for a higher price.
+Guest Favourites are updated daily and are identified based on a mix of factors related to overall stay and listing quality and reliability, including
+*Overall ratings and feedback in guest reviews
+*Category ratings for check-in, cleanliness, accuracy, Host communication, location, and value
+*Host cancellation rates
+*Quality-related incidents reported to Airbnb customer service
+*A minimum of 5 reviews
+'''Offer non-refundable discount'''
+The non-refundable option lets guests book at a discounted rate that’s not subject to your standard cancellation policy. If they cancel, they won’t be refunded.
+'''Have flexible cancellation policies '''
+Flexible policies drivemore bookings and higher revenue.
+'''Use Instant Booking'''
+Using instant booking removes uncertainty from the reservation process, fostering trust and convenience for guests. Instant booking is the default on Beds24. If you have asked us to change this for you you might want to reconsider this.
+=Booking.com=
+'''Use Occupancy prices'''
+Offering prices for different occupancies increases visiblity and drives bookings. With Beds24 you can send prices for different occupacies directly form Beds24.
+'''Offer multiple price options'''
+With Beds24 you can manage multiple rate plans.
+'''Participate in Booking.com’s Programs'''
+Enhance your visibility by enrolling in the Genius Program or the Preferred Partner Program. These programs provide special tags, custom banners, and listing badges designed to boost your page views and bookings.
+=Vrbo=
+'''Strive for Vrbo Premier Host Status'''
+Vrbo awards [https://help.vrbo.com/articles/How-may-I-become-a-Premier-Partner Premier Host badges] to hosts who consistently deliver outstanding guest experiences, with evaluations conducted quarterly.
+'''Have Relaxed or Moderate cancellation policies '''
+Vrbo recommends Relaxed or Moderate cancellation policies to boost bookings. Flexible policies drive 26% more bookings, 53% higher revenue, and 39% better conversion than Strict, building guest confidence and increasing your success.
+'''Use Instant Booking'''
+Using instant booking removes uncertainty from the reservation process, fostering trust and convenience for guests. Instant booking is the default on Beds24. If you have asked us to change this for you you might want to reconsider this.
+'''Vrbos top-amenities'''
+*Pool
+*Private pool
+*Hot tub
+*4+ stars
+*Beach
+*Kitchen
+*Free cancellation
+*Air conditioning
+*Internet/Wifi
+*Outdoor space
+*Pets allowed
+Location
+*Beachfront
+*Oceanfront
+*Waterfront
+Property type
+*House
+Click here for [[Media:Vrbo Boost your Performance on Vrbo.pdf|more information]].
+=General Recommendations=
 ==Pictures==
 Pictures  are the first impression that guests have. You should provide as many pictures as possible in high resolution.
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 '''Room features and amenities'''
-If you have multiple rooms criteria which only applies to one room should be entered in the room  in {#fas:cog}} (SETTINGS) PROPERTIES > ROOMS > SET UP).
+If you have multiple rooms criteria which only applies to one room should be entered in the room  in {#fas:cog}} (SETTINGS) PROPERTIES > ROOMS > SETUP.
-Example 1: All rentals or  rooms have internet. In this case you can set up the Internet in {#fas:cog}} (SETTINGS) PROPERTIES > DESCRIPTION. The number will be applied to all room/units.
+Example 1: All rentals or  rooms have internet. In this case you can set up the Internet in {{#fas:cog}} (SETTINGS) PROPERTIES > DESCRIPTION. The number will be applied to all room/units.
-Example 2: You have one unit with Internet one and another unit without Internet. In this case set the Internet up in SETTING > PROPERTIES > ROOMS > SET UP.
+Example 2: You have one unit with Internet one and another unit without Internet. In this case set the Internet up in SETTING > PROPERTIES > ROOMS > SETUP.
 How to add features and amenities.
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 #Close the pop up and then press SAVE.
 We aim to support all features the channels support If some features are not yet available, please reach out to us via a support ticket.
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