How Can Google Business Profile Get You More Direct Bookings?-103

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Vacation Rental Resolutions

Gerry MacPherson

104 episodes

4 days ago

Welcome to the Vacation Rental Resolutions Podcast—where every rental has a story and every owner can be a star! Diving in weekly, we’ll explore the bustling bazaars of the vacation rental realm. Ever wrestled with last-minute cancellations? Grappled with a wayward jacuzzi? Or played hide and seek with that one key? We’ve got you covered! From majestic mountain lodges to serene seaside sanctuaries, we're on a mission to navigate the nuances, crack the conundrums, and celebrate the successes that come with turning your slice of paradise into a guest’s dream stay. Blend together a cocktail of expert insights, uproarious anecdotes, and creative solutions, and voilà—you have the Vacation Rental Resolutions Podcast! A space that’s as refreshing as that first holiday drink and as enlightening as a sunrise over your favorite rental view. We also value your time, so each episode will be concise, straight to the answers without all the fluff. So, whether you’re tuning in from the coziness of your cabin or the luxury of your loft, prepare to be entertained, educated, and absolutely enthralled. This is the Vacation Rental Resolutions Podcast. Buckle up, folks—it’s time to unlock the vacation rental magic and make your property the destination of choice! Stay with us, and let's make every staycation a sensation!

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How Can Google Business Profile Get You More Direct Bookings?-103

Vacation Rental Resolutions

8 minutes

3 weeks ago

How Can Google Business Profile Get You More Direct Bookings?-103

Grab your copy of “The 7-Day Vacation Rental-Jumpstart” download
https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/The-7-Day-Vacation-Rental-Jumpstart.pdf

The Free Google Tool That Drives Direct Bookings

What if you could skip Airbnb’s fees and still show up first in search results? With Google Business Profile, you can—and this episode shows you how.

We’ll walk you through:

Claiming your GBP listing
What to write (and what NOT to say)
Review strategies that actually work
How to link your profile to a booking engine
Free ways to climb local search rankings

Ready to get more bookings without paying a penny in commission? This episode is your starting line.

⏱️ Timeline:
00:00 – Welcome & teaser tip
01:20 – Why direct bookings matter
03:00 – Google Business Profile explained
04:45 – Optimising your listing
07:10 – Review strategies
08:30 – Posting updates to boost visibility
10:15 – Booking site link hacks
12:00 – Wrap-up + challenge for listeners

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⇒ TO READ OR LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ON KEYSTONE HOSPITALITY PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT:
https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/2025/12/how-can-google-business-profile-get-you-more-direct-bookings-103

Grab your copy of “The 7-Day Vacation Rental-Jumpstart” download
https://vacationrentalresolutions.com/The-7-Day-Vacation-Rental-Jumpstart.pdf

🎓 Want to convert more browsers into bookers?
Check out the “Launch Your Vacation Rentals” course.
https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/mastering-vacation-rentals-build-manage-and-grow-a-profitable-business/

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