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Selling experiences, not just nights: why occasion-ready villas earn more in DubaiManagement Journey 21 Oct 2026

Selling experiences, not just nights: why occasion-ready villas earn more in Dubai

A villa matched to the right occasion can earn more than one competing on price. How Monty turns Dubai holiday homes into experiences.

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Stop Managing Luxury Villas Like Oversized ApartmentsManagement Journey 19 Oct 2026

Stop Managing Luxury Villas Like Oversized Apartments

Why a large villa needs a different operating model from an apartment.

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Build or Partner With a Short Term Rental Management Company in Dubai?Management Journey 22 Sep 2026

Build or Partner With a Short Term Rental Management Company in Dubai?

For developers after handover: build a rental operation in-house, or partner with an operator?

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Should you allow one-night bookings on your Dubai Airbnb?Management Journey 27 Aug 2026

Should you allow one-night bookings on your Dubai Airbnb?

When a one-night stay helps your calendar, and when it costs more than it earns.

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How Dubai Property Owners fill their calendar during Slow MonthsManagement Journey 19 Aug 2026

How Dubai Property Owners fill their calendar during Slow Months

How owners keep bookings coming when the tourist season ends.

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Why Dubai Property Owners who rely Only on Airbnb are leaving Money on the TableManagement Journey 13 Aug 2026

Why Dubai Property Owners who rely Only on Airbnb are leaving Money on the Table

Why listing on one platform alone can leave income on the table.

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How to handle guest damage in your Dubai AirbnbManagement Journey 6 Aug 2026

How to handle guest damage in your Dubai Airbnb

What to do, step by step, when a guest damages your home.

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The benefits of becoming an Airbnb Host in DubaiManagement Journey 30 Jul 2026

The benefits of becoming an Airbnb Host in Dubai

What hosting in Dubai can offer an owner, and what it asks in return.

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Airbnb Management Fees in Dubai: Same 20% Fee, Different ResultsHoliday in Dubai 22 Jul 2026

Airbnb Management Fees in Dubai: Same 20% Fee, Different Results

Two operators can charge the same fee and deliver very different results. Here’s why.

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How long does it take to start earning from Airbnb in Dubai?Management Journey 13 Jul 2026

How long does it take to start earning from Airbnb in Dubai?

From deciding to start to your first payout: the timeline, explained.

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Is It Worth Self-Managing an Airbnb in Dubai?Management Journey 8 Jul 2026

Is It Worth Self-Managing an Airbnb in Dubai?

What self-managing really involves, and when it’s worth it.

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Is Dubai Short-Term Rental Oversaturated? What actually determines your resultsManagement Journey 1 Jul 2026

Is Dubai Short-Term Rental Oversaturated? What actually determines your results

Is Dubai short-term rental oversaturated? Not exactly. Learn what actually determines results: location, furnishing, view, and amenities.

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Airbnb Fees and Other Platform Commissions in Dubai: What Property Owners Actually ReceiveManagement Journey 24 Jun 2026

Airbnb Fees and Other Platform Commissions in Dubai: What Property Owners Actually Receive

What Dubai property owners need to know about Airbnb fees, Booking.com commission, and how platform charges affect your real net income from a Dubai holiday home.

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How much does it really cost to run an Airbnb in Dubai?Management Journey 18 Jun 2026

How much does it really cost to run an Airbnb in Dubai?

Running a holiday home in Dubai costs more than most forecasts show. Here's the complete breakdown of real operating costs every property owner should know.

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Staycation in Dubai: Notes from the people who host themHoliday in Dubai 12 Jun 2026

Staycation in Dubai: Notes from the people who host them

A staycation in Dubai is not a backup plan anymore. Real stories, honest advice on holiday homes vs hotels, and the best UAE staycation ideas.

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How to rent out your Dubai Villa on Airbnb (And why it is not just a bigger apartment)Management Journey 9 Jun 2026

How to rent out your Dubai Villa on Airbnb (And why it is not just a bigger apartment)

Renting out your Dubai villa on Airbnb means permits, a private pool, and family guests, not just a listing. Here is what owners must know first.

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Your Airbnb listing is now being read by AI before guests see itManagement Journey 1 Jun 2026

Your Airbnb listing is now being read by AI before guests see it

A Dubai property owner recently asked why their apartment was not getting the same quality of enquiries anymore.

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Is Short-Term rental still worth it in Dubai? An honest look at the market right nowManagement Journey 26 May 2026

Is Short-Term rental still worth it in Dubai? An honest look at the market right now

Is short-term rental still worth it in Dubai? Honest market analysis, changing guest demand, and operational strategies for property owners navigating market shifts.

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The DTCM Permit Is the Easy PartManagement Journey 21 May 2026

The DTCM Permit (DET) Is the Easy Part

Most property owners think the difficult part of running a holiday home in Dubai is getting the DTCM (DET) permit approved. It's not.

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Dubai Holiday Home Management: Why 24/7 Guest Support Is No Longer OptionalManagement Journey 18 May 2026

Dubai Holiday Home Management: Why 24/7 Guest Support Is No Longer Optional

Owning a holiday home in Dubai can look like easy income from the outside.

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Dubai Holiday Home Management: Why 24/7 Guest Support Is No Longer OptionalManagement Journey 12 May 2026

Do you know our hotel-grade housekeeping as holiday property management in Dubai?

Discover how Monty Holiday Home delivers hotel-grade housekeeping as part of boutique holiday property management in Dubai.

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How much can you really earn from a holiday home in Dubai?Management Journey 30 Apr 2026

How much can you really earn from a holiday home in Dubai?

If you own a property in Dubai, you have probably come across bold promises about short-term rentals. Claims of earning AED 300,000 per year or doubling your

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How much can I earn renting my property on Airbnb in Dubai?Management Journey 23 Apr 2026

How much can I earn renting my property on Airbnb in Dubai?

Discover how much you can earn renting your property on Airbnb in Dubai. Compare short-term vs long-term rental and unlock your property’s true potential.

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Long-term vs short-term rental in Dubai: Which is the best option for youManagement Journey 14 Apr 2026

Long-term vs short-term rental in Dubai: Which is the best option for property owners

Dubai’s real estate market has evolved into one of the most dynamic investment environments globally. For property owners, this creates a decision that goes

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Best platforms to list your holiday rental property in Dubai (Airbnb, Booking & More)Management Journey 11 Mar 2026

Best platforms to list your holiday rental property in Dubai (Airbnb, Booking & More)

Learn where to list your holiday rental property in Dubai. Discover the best platforms like Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo and more.

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How to put my property on Airbnb in Dubai and what owners must understand firstManagement Journey 13 Feb 2026

How to put my property on Airbnb in Dubai and what owners must understand first

Put your property on Airbnb in Dubai the right way. Learn legal steps, costs, risks, and how Monty Holiday Home manages everything for you.

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