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    Why City Dwellers Are Booking West Oxfordshire Stays in 2026

    West Oxfordshire has long held a special appeal for city dwellers seeking countryside escapes. With its rolling Cotswold landscapes,...

    by Pass the Keys West Oxfordshire

    | Airbnb Management | West Oxfordshire | Profitability | Property | Short Term Rental | Property Management | Property investment | Holiday rental property | Property owners |

    02 Feb 2026

    County Durham’s Tourism Boom in 2026: Is Your Property Ready?

    County Durham has emerged as one of the UK’s fastest-growing staycation destinations. With its dramatic coastline, historic cities like...

    by Pass the Keys County Durham

    | County Durham | Profitability | Property | Short Term Rental | Property Management | Property investment | Holiday rental property | Property owners |

    28 Jan 2026

    Why Londoners Are Booking the Chilterns in Record Numbers in 2026

    The Chiltern Hills have always held a special appeal for Londoners seeking countryside escapes. With their rolling landscapes, charming...

    by Pass the Keys Chilterns

    | Airbnb Management | Chilterns | Profitability | Property | Short Term Rental | Property Management | Property investment | Holiday rental property | Property owners |

    28 Jan 2026

    Why Self-Managing Short-Term Rentals Rarely Unlocks the Full Potential of a Property

    Short-term rentals are often seen as a straightforward and accessible way to generate income from property. Online platforms have made...

    by Pass the Keys Mayfair

    | 24/7 Guest Support | Short Term Rental | Stay in London |

    26 Jan 2026

    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

    Tourist Licence in Marbella: Requirements to Legally Rent Your Property in Andalusia

    If you own a property in Marbella — especially in areas like Elviria, Cabopino, Río Real or San Pedro de Alcántara — and are considering...

    by Pass the Keys Marbella

    | Airbnb Tips | Marbella | Short Term Rental | costa del sol | Tourist licence | Andalusia rental laws | Holiday rental regulations |

    17 Jan 2026

    Short Lets vs Corporate Lets in Covent Garden: The 2026 Reality

    Covent Garden remains one of London’s most desirable neighbourhoods—famed for its theatre scene, historic piazza, world-class dining and...

    by Pass the Keys Covent Garden

    | Airbnb Management | Holiday Let Management | London | Host | Vacation rental | Profitability | Property | Short Term Rental | Property Management |

    16 Jan 2026

    From Empty Cottage to Income in 2026: East Shropshire’s Hidden Potential

    Across East Shropshire, there’s a familiar story: a countryside cottage inherited from family, a former holiday home now sitting empty, or...

    by Pass the Keys East Shropshire & Stafford

    | Airbnb Management | Host | East Shropshire & Stafford | Profitability | Property | Short Term Rental | Property Management |

    16 Jan 2026

    The Chilterns in 2026: How City Burnout Is Fueling Weekend Stays

    By 2026, “city burnout” is no longer a buzzword—it’s a behavioural shift. Long commutes, hybrid working patterns, digital overload and...

    by Pass the Keys Chilterns

    | Airbnb Management | Host | Chilterns | Profitability | Property | Short Term Rental | Property Management |

    15 Jan 2026

    From Student Lets to Short Lets: A 2026 Opportunity Durham Owners Can’t Ignore

    Durham is a city that blends history, culture, and academic prestige. Traditionally dominated by student lets, its property market is now...

    by Pass the Keys County Durham

    | Airbnb Management | Host | County Durham | Profitability | Property | Short Term Rental | Property Management |

    15 Jan 2026

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