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The 5 best Airbnb experiences for your Christmas vacation

Looking for family activity ideas? Your Welkeys concierge service offers 5 perfect Airbnb experiences for your Christmas vacation!

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The best platforms for renting out your mountain property

So, which are the best for renting out your mountain property? Your Airbnb concierge service, Welkeys, presents 4 of them today.

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The 5 Best Airbnb Experiences for Halloween 2019

Still haven't planned anything for Halloween? Your Welkeys concierge service offers a selection of 5 perfect Airbnb experiences for October 31st!

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Events in January

Your Airbnb concierge service reveals the events in January for Paris, Lyon, Cannes, and Bordeaux...

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Short-term rentals in Marseille: the rules to follow when renting out your home

Welkeys, your Airbnb concierge service, explains how to rent out your property short-term legally in the city of Marseille.

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The best Welkeys tips to make your guests happy!

We have a few tips to share, some tried-and-true secrets to make your Airbnb guests happy; it’s simple, yet someone had to think of it!

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The 10 essential services for smart travel

It’s felt like summer for weeks now, but you haven't quite planned your vacation, or maybe you have, but there’s still a lot to sort out. No worries—the Welkeys team has selected their 10 favorite sites to help you save time (and money)!

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Film tourism: decoding and impact of this travel trend

Let’s explore what this growing phenomenon is all about and the impact it has on destinations.

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Slow Tourism: A new way to travel?

While not strictly ecotourism, slow tourism is closely related, introducing a new way of thinking about travel. Let yourself be surprised by this new, still little-known way of traveling.

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The para-hotel regime and Airbnb concierge services: are they compatible?

The para-hotel regime is part of the Airbnb concierge and vacation rental sector, yet it remains largely unknown to owners despite its many advantages. Let's define the compatibility of this regime with Airbnb concierge services.

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The new trend of eco-friendly homes

Your Welkeys bnb concierge service explains the characteristics of this new type of housing, how you can form your own opinion through short-term rentals, and what kind of long-term profitability to expect.

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Mountain yoga in Alpe d'Huez

Discover mountain yoga with our new partner, Laurasana, and enjoy an unforgettable experience during your ski vacation.

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An environmental label for vacation rentals: what does it mean?

Discover the Tourist Rating, a label dedicated to vacation rentals to certify the environmental impact of short-term rentals.

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The must-visit spots to celebrate St. Patrick's Day

March 17, 2019. Thanks to Welkeys, you find yourself in a city you love but don't know very well. The problem: you're dying to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Don't panic; your Welkeys concierge team includes a few experts on the famous Irish holiday.

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Welkeys News: The Avignon Festival!

During these 19 days, Avignon becomes a city-theater, transforming its architectural heritage into various majestic or surprising performance venues, welcoming tens of thousands of theater lovers of all generations.

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Euro 2016 Minute: Top 5 places to watch the matches in Paris

Discover the Top 5 places to watch the matches: our Welkeys soccer specialists have scouted the best spots in Paris for you!

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Le Taximètre, the solution for comparing ride-hailing and taxi prices

Welkeys has a new partner, Le Taximètre, a price comparison tool for ride-hailing services and taxis. The rise of ride-hailing has fundamentally changed how we get around.

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The best things to do in March when the weather is like this!

Welkeys couldn't resist sharing a few tips to help you soak up those rays and add a little color to your pale Airbnb guests!

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Valentine's Day is coming up, here are some ideas from Welkeys

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Le Foodtrip, gourmet walking tours in Paris, a fantastic service for your Airbnb guests

Welkeys has discovered a fantastic service for your Airbnb guests: Le Foodtrip, gourmet walking tours in Paris to taste the very best the city has to offer—literally! At Welkeys, we’re hooked! We hope you will be too.

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Maintaining your Airbnb rentals with mesdepanneurs.fr

‍MesDépanneurs.fr finds a specialized repair technician (plumber, locksmith, electrician, heating engineer, or glazier) in your area within 20 minutes who is immediately available to come to your home and resolve your household issue at pre-set rates.

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Investing in Arcachon in 2025: Neighborhoods, Prices, and Profitability

Investing in Arcachon in 2025: neighborhoods, prices, and profitability

Discover how to invest in Arcachon in 2025. Explore sought-after neighborhoods, price trends, and maximize your real estate profitability.

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La Cave de Pauline: learn how to taste wine the French way

Oenology is a science in its own right, and the art of wine tasting is not innate. La Cave de Pauline is here to turn you into a wine appreciation expert. Learn how to taste wine at home while supporting an eco-friendly approach!

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Installing solar panels and reducing the energy bill for my rental investment

Integrating a solar installation into a home can lead to significant savings on energy bills. It is therefore an attractive investment for both private homeowners and landlords. Here, we will look at the benefits to be gained.

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Home automation in vacation rentals

Home automation and vacation rentals: how does it work? Everything you need to know about home automation in your rental.

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Rental investment: with or without a down payment?

Should you provide a down payment to finance your rental investment or not? We’re giving you all the keys to find the answer today!

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Unfurnished rental investment? Boost your profitability with secrets from an interior designer.

With the help of interior designer Cécile Peyrot, discover simple ideas and tips to maximize the quality of your rental investment!

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WELKEYS TIP: Investing in a commercial property in Lyon

Welkeys supports you through the procedures for changing your property's designation and helps you with the full management of your commercial property in Lyon.

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Investing in a commercial property for your Airbnb rentals

Investing in a commercial property maximizes your income, meets demand, and allows for year-round Airbnb rentals.

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Who is an Airbnb concierge for? Why use this service?

Airbnb concierge services help you when you're away, your listing is created by professionals, and the quality of your apartment increases.

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WELKEYS INFO: What is an Airbnb security deposit?

In the event of any damage, the host must submit a request to withhold the security deposit through the site's Resolution Center...

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WELKEYS INFO: Regulations in Toulouse for your short-term rentals

Unsure about the regulations for your short-term rentals? Welkeys explains what you need to do under the new legislation.

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Infographics: Short-term rental prices in major cities

Welkeys Info: Your Airbnb concierge service provides infographics to help you understand pricing in the short-term rental market.

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WELKEYS INFO: The Micro-BIC tax regime

How does the Micro-BIC tax regime work? Check out our guide to reporting all your short-term rental income.

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INSIDR, smartphone and digital guide, a turnkey tool for your guests

Welkeys has discovered for you Insidr, the premier enriched tourism experience in Paris: connected smartphones that let your guests discover the real Paris by staying connected with local Parisians! We tested it, and our guests loved it!

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Jestocke.com: the smart collaborative way to store your belongings.

Today we’re introducing you to jestocke, a great way to store your belongings affordably with private individuals. At Welkeys, we love it! For our short-term rental owners, it’s a real plus for storing their clutter so their guests can feel right at home, rather than like they're staying at grandma's.

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Practical guide to renting a villa for your family vacation

Discover the key features to look for and the essential aspects to ensure a memorable family stay.

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Hauts-de-Seine: Regulations for short-term vacation rentals

The prosperity of the capital is prompting public authorities to further regulate vacation rentals in order to better monitor their volume. Let's look at the regulations currently in effect in the Hauts-de-Seine for the municipalities of Courbevoie, Puteaux, and Saint-Cloud, as they are identical.

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Travel guide: going on vacation to Montpellier

If you are looking for a sunny, vibrant, and history-rich destination, Montpellier is the perfect city for your next vacation. Located in the south of France, in the heart of the Hérault region, Montpellier offers a unique combination of medieval charm and modernity.

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Travel guide: vacationing in the Landes

Whether you are looking for peace and quiet or a more lively destination for your next trip to France, you will find exactly what you need in the Landes. Not sure yet? Follow our guide!

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Grand Annecy: New regulations for short-term rentals?

The new regulations for furnished tourist accommodations in Grand Annecy are not yet official, but it is already possible to get an idea of what will come into effect during 2023.

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Guide to activities for your vacation in Normandy

Discover the activities to do in Normandy for a successful vacation: historical tours, sports activities, and gourmet discoveries.

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2022 Tax: The deadline for filing your income tax return

What are the deadlines for filing income tax returns? What are the penalties for late filing, and what should you do if there is an error on your return?

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Startup Day: Welkeys reveals itself!

Discover our startup in a new light: Chloé explains how the idea for Welkeys came to her and how it has evolved.

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Real Estate: Why invest by the sea on the Atlantic Coast?

Your Welkeys Airbnb concierge answers questions from those looking to invest in seaside real estate on the Atlantic Coast.

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