Traditional destination sites are struggling, while local ski resorts see increased volume.  VROwners, do you agree? (blog.flipkey.com)

An editorial in the Boston Globe argues against the proposed vacation home rental tax. (www.boston.com)

First many, this will be the first time renting their home to those on vacation.  Any other tips for first-time short term owners? (www.baltimoresun.com)

Looking at trading spaces over the web as a way to save money. (travel.latimes.com)

11 hours of darkness for everyone else, but the President Elect has generators in his vacation rental. (www.starbulletin.com)

State legislators are considering taxing home rentals like other short term stay options. (www.wickedlocal.com)

A look at the 5 bedroom vacation rental being stayed in by the Obamas this Christmas.  Asking price is $2500-$3500 a night. (via Luxist) (www.hawaiisbestrentals.com)

Judge finds no problems with the law that would cap the number of vacation rentals, and exclude new rentals from happening in single-family neighborhoods. (www.keysnet.com)

A PricewaterhouseCoopers forecast calls for increased bad news for hotels in 2009.  How will vacation rentals weather the storm? (calculatedrisk.blogspot.com)

Owners of VRBO and other directory sites closes a huge round of financing, will use proceeds to pay down debt and increase marketing. (venturebeat.com)

Users of Instant Software or Escapia can now offer online bookings to their FlipKey listings.  FlipKey also hints at upcoming integration with TripAdvisor. (blog.flipkey.com)

People are taking advantage of President-elect Obama’s inauguration and listing their homes and apartments on craigslist. (www.abcnews.go.com)