The short-term rental industry is heading into a defining year. Some operators are growing, others are bracing for a tougher ride, and automation and AI are finally moving from "nice to have" to default. But what do the numbers actually say about where the market is going in 2026?

In this live session, Chekin sits down with Ivan Givelet, an independent consultant and one of the most respected voices in the European STR industry to react to the findings of our 2026 industry study of 331 operators across Spain, Italy and English-speaking markets. A candid, data-driven conversation, with live polls so you can weigh in too.

What we'll get into:

• The split outlook for 2026: who's expecting growth, who's bracing for flat or decline, and what separates them
• The real shift toward operational automation and AI in guest service, what's working today and what's still just marketing
• Whether the automation trend is actually reaching operators below 10 units, or staying a mid-market story
• How regulation is reshaping the European STR landscape and where it's becoming a market filter heading into 2027
• The one thing a growing PM should focus on in the next six months

Who is this for?

Property managers, hosts and STR professionals who want a clear, honest read on where the industry is heading in 2026 — beyond the headlines — and what it means for their own business decisions.

👉 Reserve your spot now and join the conversation live.