A Harmony of Hospitality and Market Strategies
In this episode of Casa Cast, host Steve Schwab is joined by Alfredo Arcos, VRBO's Director of Partner Success for the Americas. Alfredo shares his musical family background and discusses his professional journey from the hotel industry to the vacation rental space with Casago. He emphasizes the importance of professional photography, competitive pricing, and optimized properties for attracting travelers. Alfredo also highlights the role of technology in both industries and the significance of an owner-centric approach. The episode concludes with anticipation for a friendly competition involving spicy chicken wings.
00:00 Introduction to Casa Cast
00:16 Meet Alfredo Arcos
00:28 Alfredo's Musical Background
01:52 Transition to Hospitality Industry
04:04 Optimizing Vacation Rentals
06:50 The Importance of Market Knowledge
09:15 Reflections on CosaCon
10:26 Owner Centric Philosophy
11:08 Closing Remarks and Fun Challenge