2026 World Cup Strategy: A Revenue Guide for Property Managers
Summary
Property managers in North American host cities for the 2026 World Cup face a massive revenue opportunity. Vancouver is already seeing high lead-time bookings, while Atlanta is primed for semifinal demand. Learn how to implement strategic pricing and booking policies, and manage potential risks.
Key Insights
- •Vancouver is already seeing significant early pacing, with occupancy levels reaching 6%–8% for June 2026, double the occupancy recorded during the same period in previous years.
- •Data shows the median booked price for the semifinal weekend already exceeds the top asking price of the general market in Atlanta.
Action Items
- ✓Monitor the “Median Booked Price” using PriceLabs to track what guests are actually paying and raise rates immediately if the median booked price exceeds your asking price.Effort: lowImpact: medium
- ✓Maintain high static pricing and strict Minimum Length of Stay (MinStay) requirements until the December 5th final tournament draw.Effort: lowImpact: medium
- ✓Set a 5-to-7 night minimum for all match-related dates to capture long-term media and international demand.Effort: lowImpact: medium
Tools & Resources
- →PriceLabs: Use PriceLabs Min Stay profiles to customize stay settings for specific dates.
Common Mistakes
- ⚠Be wary of guests booking at low early rates to “re-list” your property at a markup.
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