Homeaway
Homeaway is now Vrbo. HomeAway was a leading vacation rental marketplace, facilitating access to a diverse array of accommodations including cabins, condos, castles, villas, barns, and farmhouses across 50 websites in 23 different languages. In 2020, the HomeAway and Vrbo platforms were consolidated under the single brand name Vrbo.
Homeaway is an affiliate partner of Vrbo. Connect to Vrbo within the Rentals United platform to list your properties on Homeaway.
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Frequently Asked Questions
HomeAway is now Vrbo, a leading online marketplace for vacation rental properties, allowing travelers to search, book, and stay in unique accommodations worldwide, from cozy cabins and condos to luxury villas and castles.
HomeAway/Vrbo generates revenue through a pay-per-booking model, where property owners and managers pay a commission for each reservation made through the platform. The company charges service fees to travelers, too.
HomeAway and Vrbo were initially separate brands under the same parent company. In 2020, the two brands were consolidated and rebranded as Vrbo to establish a more cohesive brand identity in the vacation rental market.
While both are vacation rental platforms, HomeAway/Vrbo primarily focuses on entire home rentals, such as cabins, condos, and villas, catering more to families and groups seeking larger accommodations. Meanwhile, Airbnb offers a wider range of options, including shared spaces and private rooms.
Yes. Property owners and managers are allowed to list rentals on multiple platforms, including HomeAway/Vrbo and Airbnb, to increase a rental’s visibility and reach a broader audience of potential guests.
