Short Lets trade body gets boost from high profile new member

Travel Chapter, one of the UK’s largest holiday lettings firms specialising in self-catering accommodation, has become the latest organisation to join the UK Short Term Accommodation Association.

Travel Chapter manages over 15,000 properties across the country and owns a number of well-known brands such as Holidaycottages as well as lifestyle brands including Canine Cottages, Big Domain and Farm Holidays and a portfolio of regional brands.

Travel Chapter chief executive Jayne McClure says: “With the increased demand for UK staycations we have experienced in the last couple of years, along with the continued growth of our own business, we are now in a really strong position to join the STAA. 

“We have seen the work the STAA has been doing on behalf of the industry and are keen to play a full role in contributing to its strategy and plans going forwards. We’re looking forward to working alongside the other members of the STAA to continue the great work they have been doing to make the short-term accommodation industry a more attractive one for guests and property owners alike.”

Merilee Karr, chair of the STAA, comments: “Travel Chapter represents a significant segment of the market and it has demonstrated a real responsibility in managing its growth in a sustainable and professional way. The growing professionalism of our sector is one that we need to be more vocal about and having Travel Chapter on board will enable us to showcase the many examples of how this manifests itself to key audiences and stakeholder such as local authorities, government and other associations.”