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Newport's Hidden STR Opportunity (And Why Most Operators Are Missing It)
Newport's short-term rental market is underestimated and underserved. Pedro Reis of Guesture explains why local knowledge and personal accountability make all the difference for Newport property owners.
Guesture Content Studio
May 53 min read
What Eight Years in a Hotel Taught Me About Running a Business
Pedro Reis spent eight years managing a four-star hotel in Crickhowell before building Guesture — six of them simultaneously running short-term rentals unpaid. This is what that background actually taught him, and why it matters for every property he manages today.
Pedro Reis
Apr 103 min read
The Plum Guide Test: How Guesture Gets Cardiff & Bristol Properties Accepted | Guesture
Plum Guide Acceptance Explained – What It Takes Plum Guide is one of the world’s most selective short-term rental platforms, accepting only around 3% of homes that apply. For property owners in Cardiff, Newport and Bristol , being listed on Plum Guide can fundamentally change the type of guests they attract — longer stays, higher nightly rates, and significantly fewer cancellations. In this article, Nia from Guesture explains what Plum Guide looks for, why most properties f
Nia
Feb 51 min read
8 Years, 6 Years Unpaid, Zero Shortcuts: Introducing Pedro Reis - The Hotel Manager Who Built Wales' Most Selective Vacation Rental Company
The Hotel Manager Who Built Guesture: 6 Years Unpaid
Cardiff Visitor Levy 2027: What It Means for Guests and Property Owners
Cardiff's Visitor Levy starts on 1 April 2027 at £1.30 per person, per night. Pedro Reis of Guesture explains the rates, exemptions, key dates and what guests and property owners need to do.
The 182-Day Rule: What Every Cardiff Property Owner Needs to Know
The 182-day letting threshold in Wales could mean the difference between paying council tax and paying nothing at all. Guesture explains why this Wales-specific rule is one of the most overlooked advantages in Cardiff STR.
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