U.S. travelers reduce trips, causing short-term rental occupancy to drop mid-2025
Mid-2025 has seen a significant decline in short-term rental occupancies across the U.S. as travelers reduce the number of trips they take. Factors such as economic uncertainty, rising travel costs, and changing vacation patterns have contributed to this pullback. Vacation rental operators are reporting lower bookings, prompting adjustments in pricing and availability. The trend highlights the challenges facing the short-term rental market as it adapts to shifting traveler behavior and evolving demand patterns.