Send us a text What if a small, story-rich resort could command a seven-figure brand premium—and what would it take to build one? We sit down with creator-operator Isaac French to trace the arc of Live Oak Lake. From building Waco's first micro resort, an early Airbnb suspension that forced an unexpected direct booking strategy, and a sale shaped by the power of narrative. Isaac opens up about the choices behind fewer, better units, and why biophilic design moves both hearts and numbers...
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Send us a text What if a small, story-rich resort could command a seven-figure brand premium—and what would it take to build one? We sit down with creator-operator Isaac French to trace the arc of Live Oak Lake. From building Waco's first micro resort, an early Airbnb suspension that forced an unexpected direct booking strategy, and a sale shaped by the power of narrative. Isaac opens up about the choices behind fewer, better units, and why biophilic design moves both hearts and numbers...
How to Create a Sense of Community at Your Resort - With Nathan St Cyr of Howzit Hostels (Founder Story)
The Outdoor Hospitality Podcast
1 hour 9 minutes
7 months ago
How to Create a Sense of Community at Your Resort - With Nathan St Cyr of Howzit Hostels (Founder Story)
Send us a text We explored beyond the world of glamping this week and interviewed Nathan St Cyr of Howzit Hostels. He broke down the hostel business model; how Howzit obsesses over the guest experience; and how to create a sense of community at your resort. Nathan's Links: Howzit HostelsThe Hotel Investor Playbook Posh Outdoors Links: WeFunder pageSchedule a callNick's email: nick@posh-outdoors.com Other links: Glampitect North AmericaThe Glamping Insider (Nick's newsletter)Sage Outdoor Advi...
The Outdoor Hospitality Podcast
Send us a text What if a small, story-rich resort could command a seven-figure brand premium—and what would it take to build one? We sit down with creator-operator Isaac French to trace the arc of Live Oak Lake. From building Waco's first micro resort, an early Airbnb suspension that forced an unexpected direct booking strategy, and a sale shaped by the power of narrative. Isaac opens up about the choices behind fewer, better units, and why biophilic design moves both hearts and numbers...