Recent events
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2026
HomeAway sues Michigan Department of Treasury over $18.8 million use tax bill
HomeAway, which operates Vrbo.com, filed a complaint in the Michigan Court of Claims disputing an $18.8 million use tax bill for 2020 through 2022, arguing that hosts are responsible for the state's use tax and that the state's unjust enrichment allegation is erroneous.
2020
Honolulu partners with rental platforms to regulate Oahu vacation rentals
The City and County of Honolulu teamed up with Airbnb and Expedia, the parent company of Vrbo, under a memorandum of agreement to track and regulate Oahu vacation rentals. The platforms will provide listing information and make listing changes to help ensure rentals are legal and properly taxed.
2020
Vrbo launches 25-stay anniversary giveaway
Vrbo announced a 25th-anniversary contest giving away 25 stays at selected vacation homes. Participants could enter by sharing a family vacation photo on Instagram or Facebook with #VrboTurns25.
2020
Expedia Group releases iOS 14 app updates and features
Expedia Group released updated iOS apps for Brand Expedia, Hotwire, and Vrbo to use iOS 14 capabilities, including new widgets; Hotwire also added an App Clip.
2020
Expedia, Hotwire and Vrbo release updated iOS apps
Expedia Group released updated Brand Expedia, Hotwire and Vrbo iOS apps with features for iOS 14, including widgets; Hotwire also added an App Clip.
2020
Kauai County agrees with Expedia Group and VRBO to enforce short-term rental laws
Kauai County signed a memorandum of understanding with Expedia Group and VRBO to strengthen enforcement of short-term rental laws. Airbnb also said it would remove ads for hosts without a valid Tax Map Key number.