The Smiling House Journal
No place I'd rather be.
There is a particular joy in anticipating a journey — the quiet thrill of imagining where you'll wake tomorrow. This is where that feeling begins: considered destination guides, insider tips on Gstaad and the Alps, and hospitality insights from founder Moriya Rockman and the Smiling House team.
Latest stories

Moriya Rockman Discusses Game-Changing Innovation in Short-Term Rentals on the HCH Podcast
Moriya Rockman, Co-Founder and CMO of Smiling House, recently appeared on the HCH Podcast to share her journey from building Smiling House to launching the…

Moriya Rockman Talks Transforming Luxury Hospitality on The Vacation Rental Show
Tuesday, 7th January 2025

Smiling House and Hospitable Hosts Present: A New Opportunity for Property Managers Across Europe
Smiling House is excited to announce a new project in partnership with Hospitable Hosts —an incredible opportunity for property managers to share the stories…

Ten Unmissable Vacation Rentals Trends for 2025: Insights from Thought Leader Moriya Rockman
As we enter 2025, the vacation rental industry is poised for monumental change. From groundbreaking technological advancements to evolving consumer behaviors,…

All Around the World article: Moriya Rockman: Transforming Hospitality with Villa Tracker
Table of Contents:

How Does a Movie from 1975 Affect Bookings Today?
We at Smiling House are writing to you from Gstaad, Switzerland, a charming alpine village that continues to captivate travelers more than 40 years after The…

Luxury Ski Escapes: Where Will Your Next Winter Adventure Take You?
Have you ever dreamed of carving through pristine slopes, indulging in world-class après-ski, or relaxing in a chalet that feels like a private sanctuary?…

Moriya Rockman Interview on the HCH Podcast
Moriya Rockman , Villa Tracker , Holiday Cottage Handbook

Villa Tracker - Unlocking a New Era in Hospitality: A Must-Read Conversation with Moriya Rockman on The No BS Podcast - 21.08.24
Moriya Rockman , The No BS Podcast , Guesty , Villa Tracker

HOMES & VILLAS BY MARRIOTT BONVOY EMPLOYS AI TO ENHANCE VACATION RENTAL DISCOVERY
Key Takeaways for Vacation Rental Managers: Introduction of Generative AI Search by Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy : A new search tool has been introduced,…

Smiling House and Guesty announce landmark integration
Switzerland: Smiling House Luxury, an online travel agency [OTA] for luxury vacation rentals, has announced an integration with property management software…
List your properties on Google Vacation Rentals with Smiling House Luxury
Google Vacation Rentals (GVR) is Google’s meta-search engine for short-term rental properties. When a user enters a query to find accommodation in a specific…