Short-Term Rentals in Path of Solar Eclipse Are Nearly Sold Out
Many smaller cities on the path of totality with short-term rentals have reached 100% occupancy, according to AirDNA. But larger cities aren’t far behind.
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.
Airbnb Makes Changes to Its Cancellation Policies
Today's podcast looks at Airbnb's new weather policies, Marriott's new urban timeshares, and Las Vegas' new route from London.
Hurricanes But Not Flu Outbreaks: Airbnb Revises Cancellation Policy
Airbnb's new cancellation policy will cover hurricanes — if they trigger government travel bans. But if there is a flu warning in the U.S., a malaria emergency in Thailand, or a Covid-19 outbreak, these situations would not be covered.
Airbnb Is Turning Off Hosts’ Cameras
Today's podcast looks at cameras in Airbnbs, Messi tourism in Saudi Arabia, and the decline of U.S. hospitality.
Airbnb Privacy Update: A Ban On Indoor Security Cameras
The update is based on guest feedback.
See Why Google’s Competitors Think It’s Violating Europe’s Digital Markets Act
As with privacy concerns, the European Union is ahead of the U.S. when it comes to regulating digital platforms such as Google. European online travel companies aren't satisfied with Google's changes — but hotels think they go too far.
What’s Next For Airbnb: AI, Co-Hosting, Experiences, and the ‘Heartland’
Airbnb has been talking about introducing non-core services for an extended period. It's an educated bet that some will trickle out this year.
Top U.S. Markets For Short-Term Rental Arbitrage
Premiums are declining, but there are some winners.
Airbnb Approaches a New Milestone
Today's podcast looks at Airbnb's latest listings numbers, JetBlue and Spirit's latest agreement, and American Airlines' latest order.
Airbnb Closes In on 1.5 Million Verified Listings to Build Trust
To verify 7.7 million listings, as untold numbers are constantly dropping off and new ones are added in more than 220 countries, is a daunting task. By its nature, this will be an imperfect process.