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How a hand-built home helped two Superhosts semi-retire

For Superhosts Mary and Buster Reynolds, hospitality and home building have been a part of their lives for 40 years. “It’s a way of life,” Buster said. He and his wife Mary have been building their home by hand since 1980, and sharing it with guests. “... read more

Created 17-01-2019 | Latest reply 08-08-2019 by Sharon198

How a hand-built home helped two Superhosts semi-retire

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Laura's Letter: Superhost Week 2018 recap

February 7, 2019 Hi everyone,Congratulations to all of you who achieved or maintained your Superhost status in the January assessment. It’s an awesome accomplishment. Thank you for continuing to set a wonderful standard for hospitality in our community.... read more

Created 17-01-2019 | Latest reply 31-05-2019 by Mark37

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Airbnb support for federal employee hosts

Last Friday, hundreds of thousands of federal employees went without paychecks. We know that some of you in our host community are included in that group, and we want to help. Starting today, we’re offering all federal executive branch employee hosts ... read more

Created 16-01-2019 | Latest reply 04-02-2019 by Ivana178

Airbnb support for federal employee hosts

3 things you can do now to protect your space & guests

During this busy holiday travel season, we know that protecting your home and guests is important to you. Here are three things you can do now: Make sure you have working smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors. Check your home to see if you already h... read more

Created 19-12-2018 | Latest reply 06-02-2019 by Javier617

Hosting a private room: Successful hosts share tips, benefits, & surprises

Hosting a private room can have incredible advantages: attracting guests who value a local connection, making new friends from all over the world, and creating a sense of belonging right in your own home. It can also come with a few unique challenges, ... read more

Created 12-12-2018 | Latest reply 15-07-2019 by Will258

Hosting a private room: Successful hosts share tips, benefits, & surprises

Tips for messaging guests: Save time & set expectations

If you’re feeling a dose of deja vu whenever you open a message from a guest, you’re not alone. There are some topics hosts are asked about again and again, such as exceptions for pets, wi-fi codes, directions, best places to eat, and more. Well, there... read more

Created 12-12-2018 | Latest reply 04-07-2020 by Bryce13

Tips for messaging guests: Save time & set expectations

Introducing Superhost Week

Hi everyone, Let me take a second to introduce myself: I’m Laura Chambers, and I lead the team at Airbnb that’s dedicated to helping hosts like you succeed. (You might remember me from the most recent Host Q&A.) I’ve been a fan and engaged user of Airbn... read more

Created 06-12-2018 | Latest reply 28-10-2019 by Carlos-Ernesto1

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Photography tips: showcase accessibility features—and stand out in search

When travel and accessibility meet, it can be life changing for guests with limited mobility. For the first big trip of his life, Edouard was flying 10,000 miles (17,000 kilometers) from France to Australia, looking for an extraordinary experience and ... read more

Created 20-11-2018 | Latest reply 25-09-2020 by احمد0

Photography tips: showcase accessibility features—and stand out in search

Your top 10 stories of 2018

From safety tips to product updates, the most popular stories from the past year continue to be helpful today. Check out all 10 articles. Meet Els, an Open Homes host in Rome Els, of Belgium, wanted to pay forward the hospitality she received when s... read more

Created 20-11-2018 | Latest reply 15-01-2019 by Chaiya1

Managing reservations made simpler

You’ve told us that managing reservations from home or on the go could be easier and more consistent. As we did with changes to your reservations list, we’ve listened to your feedback, studied hosts’ concerns raised with the community-support team, and... read more

Created 12-10-2018 | Latest reply 13-06-2020 by Khalid60

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How to Host: Making Your Home a Social Media Star

Building and Improving the Superhost Program

How to Host: Upgrade Your Listing Photos

How to Host: Sharing Your Story