Mark Simpson

Founder of Boostly | Direct Booking Expert for Short-Term Rentals & Hospitality

Content contributor at Boostly

Mark Simpson is the founder of Boostly and a leading authority on direct bookings for short-term rental hosts, property managers, and hospitality businesses. He helps operators reduce their reliance on OTAs like Airbnb and Booking.com by building conversion-focused websites, marketing systems, and guest relationships that drive more profitable direct bookings.

50 articles by Mark Simpson

Automation in the Industry: A Host's Guide for 2026

September 12, 2026

Guesty vs Lodgify: Which PMS Fits Your STR Portfolio?

September 11, 2026

Best PMS for Vacation Rentals With Booking.com Sync

September 10, 2026

Cabin Booking Software: An Honest Buyer's Guide for 2026

September 9, 2026

Calculator for ROI: How to Work Out Real Returns in 2026

September 7, 2026

Property Advertiser Guide: Get More Direct Bookings in 2026

September 6, 2026

Best Site for Rentals By Owner: A Host's Honest Guide

September 5, 2026

Rental Calendars Direct: Is a Free Widget Enough in 2026?

September 4, 2026

Vacation Rental Keywords: The Complete 2026 SEO Guide

September 3, 2026

Direct Stay Bookings: What They Are and How to Build One

September 2, 2026

Airbnb Review for Guest: Templates, Rules & Real Examples

September 1, 2026

Hospitable PMS: What It Does and Where It Falls Short

August 31, 2026

Boost Booking Numbers Without Losing Airbnb Traffic

August 30, 2026

Website Builder For Property Management: Full 2026 Guide

August 29, 2026

Which Direct Booking Platform Is the Best in 2026?

August 28, 2026

Holiday Rental Management Software: 8 Picks for 2026

August 27, 2026

Vacation Rentals Management Companies: How to Choose in 2026

August 26, 2026

Book Direct: The Complete Guide for Smart Travelers and Hosts

August 25, 2026

Best Software for a Strong Direct Booking Presence

August 24, 2026

STR Marketing in 2026: The Direct Booking Playbook

August 23, 2026

Booking Software for Rentals: The 2026 Host's Guide

August 22, 2026

Direct PMS Explained: What It Means for STR Hosts

August 21, 2026

Create Your Own Vacation Rental Website: The 2026 Guide

August 20, 2026

STR Website Guide: Build a Direct Booking Site in 2026

August 19, 2026

What Is a Dynamic Pricing Tool for STRs? Full 2026 Guide

August 18, 2026

How to Set Up Airbnb: Full 2026 Host Setup Guide

August 17, 2026

Booking Examples Every STR Host Should See in 2026

August 16, 2026

How To Automate Airbnb Business: The Complete 2026 Guide

August 15, 2026

Vacation Home Management Software: What to Know in 2026

August 14, 2026

Best Website Builder for Holiday Rentals in 2026

August 13, 2026

Is There A Platform That Simplifies Direct Bookings?

August 12, 2026

Airbnb Co-Listing in 2026: How It Works and What It Pays

August 11, 2026

Airbnb Marketing Strategies That Actually Drive Bookings

August 10, 2026

Direct Booking vs Airbnb: What Hosts Keep in 2026

August 9, 2026

Airbnb Host Fee Explained: The Real 15.5% Cost in 2026

August 8, 2026

Direct Booking Strategy: The 2026 Framework That Works

August 7, 2026

How Much Do Vacation Property Managers Charge in 2026?

August 6, 2026

Get More Direct Bookings Without a Big Marketing Budget

August 5, 2026

Site Like Airbnb: Best Alternatives for Hosts in 2026

August 4, 2026

What Marketing Listing Sites Actually Work for STRs?

August 3, 2026

Airbnb Competitor Platforms: The Full 2026 Host Guide

August 2, 2026

Can I Use a Platform to Market My New Vacation Rental?

August 1, 2026

How to Get 1000 Visitors a Day to Your Website

July 31, 2026

Vacation Rental Marketing Strategies: Chipping Norton Guide 2026

July 30, 2026

Owner Vacation: How to Actually Get Away From Your STR

July 29, 2026

What Is the Best Search Engine for Vacation Rentals?

July 28, 2026

How to Rank a Direct Booking Website on Google in 2026

July 27, 2026

How to Build a Direct Booking Website in 2026

July 26, 2026

Airbnb Calculator: How to Estimate Real STR Profit in 2026

July 25, 2026

Competitors of Airbnb: 15+ Alternatives Hosts Should Know

July 24, 2026