This book explores the multifaceted impact of short-term rentals (STRs) on tourism destinations worldwide. It delves into the various dimensions of this phenomenon, examining its economic, social, environmental, and regulatory implications. From the rise of online platforms to the challenges in communities, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of the STR landscape and its effects on destination management and sustainability.
This publication will significantly contribute to the research community by offering a comprehensive and up-to-date resource on the topic of short-term rentals and their impacts on destinations. It synthesizes existing literature, presents new empirical findings, and offers insights into emerging trends and best practices. Researchers in fields such as tourism studies, urban planning, hospitality management, and sustainability will find this book invaluable for informing their research agendas, designing studies, and advancing scholarly discourse on this timely and relevant subject. The book will produce an updated account of STRs research developed by global academic community.
The book aims to reach out to all those seeking a reference work on the topic of STRs, particularly tourism stakeholders including but not limited to policy makers, government officials, and both researchers and practitioners. Its targeted to those seeking to understand the impacts that STRs can inflict in the host communities, as well as to offering some variegated perspectives obtained through rigurous research and empirical evidence across different regions and geographic locations. Futher, our book aims to produce evidence to feedback and inform policy debates as well as future research trends on the field.