FlipKey says the Economy isn’t Hurting Ski Rentals
Traditional destination sites are struggling, while local ski resorts see increased volume. VROwners, do you agree? (blog.flipkey.com)
Tax Meals, not Vacation Homes in Massachusetts
An editorial in the Boston Globe argues against the proposed vacation home rental tax. (www.boston.com)
So You’re Renting Your Home for the Inauguration, Now What?
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)
LA Times Travel Section On Home Swaps
Looking at trading spaces over the web as a way to save money. (travel.latimes.com)
Oahu Blackout Makes News Thanks to Obama
11 hours of darkness for everyone else, but the President Elect has generators in his vacation rental. (www.starbulletin.com)
Massachusetts Considering Tax on Home Rentals
State legislators are considering taxing home rentals like other short term stay options. (www.wickedlocal.com)
Stay in the Same Rental as President Barack Obama.

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)
Islamorada, Florida Ordinance Held Up in Court
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)
2009 Hotel Occupancy Rate will be the Lowest in 35 Years
A PricewaterhouseCoopers forecast calls for increased bad news for hotels in 2009. How will vacation rentals weather the storm? (calculatedrisk.blogspot.com)
HomeAway Raises $250M in Venture Capital
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)
FlipKey Starts Accepting Online Bookings
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)
Presidential Innauguration Vacation Rentals in Washington DC
People are taking advantage of President-elect Obama’s inauguration and listing their homes and apartments on craigslist. (www.abcnews.go.com)

