The government has confirmed that England’s new mandatory registration scheme for short-term lets is expected to begin in March 2027. The scheme will affect properties offered as short-term accommodation to paying guests, including holiday cottages, apartments and similar self-catering accommodation. Its aim is to create greater consistency across the sector, improve visibility of short-term lets and support compliance with existing health and safety requirements. Although Ma

The UK holiday market has experienced significant changes over the past few years. Following the staycation boom during and after the pandemic, international travel reopened and many holiday let owners questioned whether demand for UK holidays would begin to slow. Whilst overseas travel remains popular, recent global events are once again influencing how and where people choose to holiday. Growing uncertainty around international travel, including geopolitical tensions, risin

In hospitality, first impressions aren’t just important, they’re everything. Luxury hotel brand Le Méridien built part of its guest experience philosophy around a simple idea: The first 10 minutes of a stay set the tone for everything that follows . While that thinking comes from the hotel world, it’s arguably even more relevant for holiday lets, where guests expect both comfort and a sense of home from the moment they arrive. The Arrival Sets the Tone Long before guests open

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As we mark World Tourism Day 2024 , there's no better time to highlight one of the UK's most charming destinations - the Isle of Wight....

If you’re yearning for a memorable getaway without the hassle of long-distance travel, an Isle of Wight staycation is your perfect...