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    Our 2026 Properties of the Year: The Best of the Best!

    At Pass the Keys, we’re fanactical about happy guests and high-quality stays. With over 1,600 properties across 60+ locations in the UK and...

    by Pass the Keys

    | Airbnb Management | Host | Short term letting | Short Term Rental | Short-term rentals | Airbnb hosting | Short-term rental services |

    19 Jan 2026

    Manchester: The Ultimate City Break - What to See, Eat & Stay

    Manchester is one of the UK’s most exciting cities for tourists. Rich in industrial history, culture, sport, music, and food, it’s a...

    by Phil Gates

    | Manchester | Manchester Things to do | Book Direct | Discount for returning guests | Become a host today |

    19 Jan 2026

    Blue Monday: The Best Day to Book or Become a Host in Manchester

    Blue Monday is often described as the most challenging day of the year. Falling in the depths of winter, it arrives when the festive season...

    by Phil Gates

    | Manchester | Book Direct | Discount for returning guests | Property Management |

    19 Jan 2026

    Why Blue Monday Might Be the Best Day to Book Your Next Trip

    Blue Monday has earned a reputation as the most depressing day of the year. Falling in the depths of winter, it often arrives when the...

    by Lisa Davidson

    | Host | 24/7 Guest Support | West Oxfordshire | Things to do | Book Direct |

    19 Jan 2026

    Turn Blue Monday into a Smart Property Decision

    Blue Monday often arrives quietly, tucked into the heart of winter when daylight feels scarce, and routines feel heavy. It’s commonly...

    by Deshko Dobrev

    | London | Hackney | London Things to do | Book Direct |

    19 Jan 2026

    Why Blue Monday Might Be the Best Day to Book Your Next Getaway

    Blue Monday has earned a reputation as the most depressing day of the year. Falling in the depths of winter, it often arrives when the...

    by Remi Oriade

    | London | Host | 24/7 Guest Support | London Things to do | Book Direct |

    19 Jan 2026

    Insurance and Liability in Holiday Rentals in Spain: What Property Owners in Marbella Must Know

    Many holiday rental owners believe that booking platforms automatically protect them in case of accidents, damages or legal claims....

    by Pass the Keys Marbella

    | Marbella | Andalusia rental laws | Owner liability | Short-term rentals | Airbnb management Marbella |

    17 Jan 2026

    Taxes on Holiday Rentals in Spain: What Property Owners in Marbella Must Declare

    Owning a holiday rental property in Marbella can be highly profitable, but many owners underestimate the importance of proper tax...

    by Pass the Keys Marbella

    | Marbella | Non-resident income tax | Property investment Spain | Rental income Spain | Holiday rental taxes |

    17 Jan 2026

    Safety Requirements for Holiday Rentals in Marbella: What Owners Must Provide

    Before a holiday rental property in Marbella can legally receive guests, it must comply with a series of safety and habitability...

    by Pass the Keys Marbella

    | Marbella | Andalusia rental laws | Buying property in Spain | Airbnb management Marbella | Property investment Spain | Holiday rental compliance | Pass The Keys Marbella |

    17 Jan 2026

    Buying a Property for Holiday Rental in Marbella: Legal Checklist Before You Sign

    Buying a property in Marbella with the idea of renting it as a holiday home can be an excellent investment — but only if the property can...

    by Pass the Keys Marbella

    | Marbella | Property investment | Buying property in Spain | Holiday rental property | Airbnb management Marbella |

    17 Jan 2026

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