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.

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Podcasts

Airbnb Battles Price Gouging, Airlines Hit New Highs and a Lux Cruise Deal

Today’s podcast explains how Airbnb is stopping price gouging in L.A., why airlines had a good 2024, and what’s behind a luxury cruise deal.

Rashaad Jorden | 6 days ago

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb Cracks Down on Price Gouging During L.A. Fires

Good move, Airbnb.

Dennis Schaal | 7 days ago

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb Co-Hosting Takes Off on Social Media. Is it a Threat to Property Managers?

If Airbnb co-hosting really takes off, it is going to take away properties from property management companies of all sizes. But the pool of potential properties to manage is large and growing.

Dennis Schaal | 3 weeks ago

Short-Term Rentals

Takeaways From NYC's Near-Ban on Airbnb

Banning short-term rentals in New York City didn't instantly lead to a wave of affordable housing, although the impact could potentially be different in smaller towns and cities.

Dennis Schaal | 4 weeks ago

Two women sitting at a table outside an Airbnb.

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb Says It's Narrowed the Racial Gap in Booking Success Rates

Airbnb is the only short-term rental platform we know of that is publicly taking on the issue, engaging in partnerships and sharing data on its performance.

Dennis Schaal | 1 month ago

Tourism

Governments Will Become a Bigger Part of Your Travel Plans

As cities around the world deal with a major influx of tourists, get ready to see more short-term rental restrictions, tourist taxes, and reservation systems for some of the most popular destinations.

Meghna Maharishi | 1 month ago

Podcasts

Marriott's Luxury Push, Airbnb's UK Expansion and Amtrak's Record

Today's podcast looks at Marriott's luxury expansion, Airbnb's legit apartment push in London, and Amtrak's growth.

Rashaad Jorden | 2 months ago

A living room of a luxury apartment in West London.

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb Friendly Apartments Program Expands to UK Despite 'Low' Tenant Adoption

With its Airbnb-friendly programs for apartments and condos, the short-term rental giant is expanding into markets that were once forbidden. Risks include whether landlords will continue to be enthusiastic and how other residents feel.

Dennis Schaal | 2 months ago

Online Travel

Online Travel to Google: Search Changes Are Geared to Create Conflict, Political Backlash

Google's search changes won't win any friends among online travel companies doing business in Europe. However, they might help whip up opposition to the Digital Markets Act.

Dennis Schaal | 2 months ago

Short-Term Rentals

New York City Bill Would Revive Some Short-Term Rentals

Changes to Local Law 18 are possible. This development comes a lot sooner than many observers envisioned.

Dennis Schaal | 2 months ago