Wifi: to have or not to have?

In this, the age of the internet, is it a deal breaker not to offer Wifi? Let’s examine some common Wifi-phobias and find out why for some travellers if they can’t log in the holiday home owner loses out!

What is a Google PageRank? How can I get one?

Last week we talked briefly about PageRank and how Google is ranking many IndependentOwners.com websites. However, you may have been left wondering: What is a PageRank? How do I get one? Where can I see my PageRank? What if I don’t have a PageRank from Google?

Behind the scenes at VillasPeople.com

The complimentary listing site for IndependentOwners.com Members was launched late last year and is already attracting thousands of visitors to browse Member websites each month. But how familiar are you with VillasPeople.com and what it has to offer you and your potential renters?

Flight News Monthly

Since the last installment of Flight News Monthly just over 150 new low-cost airline routes have opened up across Europe. Also in the news, bmi are offering discounts to its business class seats this summer, Delta and Jet2.com offer more flights to America, while Thomas Cook and Aer Lingus have new route announcements. And finally Catalonia is on the verge of major expansion.

Why do I have adverts on my website?

At IndependentOwners.com we offer our self-build website service completely free of charge to our Members. This statement generally begs the question: “How do we generate our income if we don’t charge for our core product?”

Make the most of Guest Info Packs

Making guests feel comfortable and making their stay as enjoyable as possible is vital for repeat rentals. Have you considered how effective your information pack is for achieving this? Read on for some simple advice on how to make your info pack the best it can be.

My Website Stats just got better

Keeping the momentum going on continually upgrading the service we provide, improvements to My Website Stats are now live.  Next time you log in to monitor your visitors and page views check out the new additions to help analyse your website traffic.

25 Best Destinations in Europe, and the world

The 2008 Traveller’s Choice Destinations Awards have just been released. These awards name the 100 best destinations in the world. They also further break down the results into the top 25 destinations in Europe, the US, Asia and more. Where does your holiday accommodation appear on this list?

Travel to Florida where the Pound is still sound

With a strong Euro, it seems people from the UK are diminishing their Eurozone travel in favour of kinder climates. Climates kinder to the Pound that is.

Google page rank – our Member successes

We have some exciting news we would like to share with you. Our Member websites are now beginning to get ranked by Google! Well done!