Is The Hotel Industry Finished? | The STRR Podcast #57 | Tim Hubbard
Summary
This video analyzes the severe impact of COVID-19 on the hotel industry, highlighting widespread closures and financial losses. It explores how this situation creates an "unfair advantage" for short-term rentals by reducing accommodation supply and increasing demand, potentially leading to higher occupancy and daily rates for STR hosts.
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