short-term rentals

Spanish islands propose law to limit short-term via platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com to help reduce overtourism

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Authorities worldwide are grappling with similar issues: Canada, Australia, Malaysia and Italy are among many countries where rules have been tightened around short-term rentals to protect local communities. Candelaria harbour in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. Photo: Shutterstock Minister of Tourism for the Canary Islands Jessica de Leon said enforcement support for the seven islands’ 35 … Read more

Colorado bill hiking taxes for short-term rentals gutted with resistance from AirBnB, VRBO

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A bill that would have quadrupled property taxes for thousands of short-term rentals in Colorado is set to be significantly watered down next week, according to the bill’s sponsor. Since Sen. Chris Hansen, D-Denver, proposed the bill in the fall, AirBnB, VRBO and other short-term rental owners have rallied against the idea, saying it would … Read more