Former Airbnb Execs Back Subletting Startup in NYC
Short-term rental regulations in New York City have harmed some businesses, but here's an example of a startup whose founders said the rules have helped.
Airbnb News
What started as AirBedandBreakfast.com has grown into a massive public company that IPOd in 2020. Airbnb is now the world’s largest online alternative-accommodation community, allowing millions of users to list, search, and rent authentic homestays and vacation-rental experiences in countless cities across the globe.
The Future of Short-Term Rentals, as Seen by Industry Executives
Several executives speaking at the recent Skift Short-Term Rental Summit offered predictions for the future of the sector, and here are some noteworthy ones.
‘People are Losing Their Homes’ — Ex-Host on NYC’s Short-Term Rental Ban
Some New York City homeowners believe they should still be allowed to list their homes on Airbnb despite the city's ban, and they're not letting up in their demand for reinstatement.
Short-Term Rentals Haven’t Fully Caught On for Business Travel, but They’re Getting There
The uptake of vacation rentals for business travel depends on proving safety and reliability to road warriors and travel managers.
These Markets Could Drive Vacation Rental Growth
Texas could be the future of the vacation rental market.
HomeAway Co-Founder on Individual Hosts vs. Pros and Why He Doesn’t Use Airbnb or Vrbo
HomeAway Co-founder Carl Shepherd thinks the vacation rental industry isn’t doing enough for individual hosts.
Airbnb Thinks Its Edge Over Vrbo and Booking Is Individual Hosts
The easier route for platforms to scale listings is to contract with property managers. But Airbnb thinks that the secret sauce is individual hosts.
The Myth of Vacation-Rental Fatigue: What Guests Really Want – Skift Research
Don't panic over vacation rental rants online! Our research reveals these are growing pains, but not a sign of doom. Travelers still like vacation rentals for the space, affordability, and convenience they offer. This unique blend ensures continued popularity among travelers.
Soaring In-Flight Wi-Fi, Airbnb’s Struggling Experiences and U.S. Tourism Impact
Today's podcast looks at the journey of in-flight Wi-Fi, Airbnb's experience offering struggles, and factors impacting a tourism board's success.
Airbnb Gets Cozier With Google, Ups Its Marketing Spend
Never say never in travel. Airbnb has moved away from Google marketing in years' past, but recently it's found a way to play there more efficiently.