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The Short-Term Rental Strategy That Will Actually Work in 2026

In this episode of Host Planet Playbook – powered by property management software, Hospitable – we’re joined by Greg Lupone, Founder of Stingray Villa in Cozumel, Mexico.

Greg shares his journey into short-term rentals – from a career in the US Navy, to running restaurants, and ultimately building a standout vacation rental brand in one of Mexico’s most popular island destinations. We explore what makes Stingray Villa unique, how Greg uses blogging and photography to build an online presence, and why guest experience sits at the heart of his hosting strategy.

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