New to the Community Center? Introduce yourself here ‌👇

[Bhumika]

Hello everyone! 😊

Welcome to the Community Center! 👋  I'm @Bhumika , one of the Community Managers for our English Community Center along with my lovely team members @Quincy @Paula @Rebecca  and @Elisa  and we are thrilled to have you join us.

Let's kickstart this thread with a little about us Community Managers:

@Quincy : I'm from the Netherlands 🇳🇱 I have been on the Community Center for 6+ years, and have been an Airbnb Host myself. I love cycling🚲, playing football⚽, and travelling🌏 . I love how dynamic and diverse the Community Center is as we meet Hosts from all around the globe. 

@Bhumika :  🌍 I was born in Gujarat, India 🇮🇳 , and shifted to Toronto, Canada 🇨🇦 last year! 📷 I recently realized my love for photography and aesthetics. I love to capture mundane life and candid pictures. 🌆 When I'm not working, you'll find me binge-watching thriller movies or exploring history.

@Paula : I am from Colombia 🇨🇴 and currently living in British Columbia, Canada 🇨🇦. I have a passion for Latin American culture (I love to dance 💃) . I've had the opportunity to visit around 20 countries 🌎 and plan to visit many more. In my free time, I enjoy outdoor activities, especially mountain biking 🚲 and hiking 🏔.

@Rebecca : I'm from Cardiff in Wales originally but being a military child and a veterans spouse, I've travelled and lived in a lot of different places in the UK and Europe. I'm an environmentalist 🌿 and like to minimise my impact on the planet 🌎 as well as volunteering in my local community.  I love sea swimming 🌊 yoga on the beach 🧘‍ and I'm a children's yoga instructor too! 🙌 

@Elisa : I was born in Italy 🇮🇹 and as a lover of unique experiences—from exploring the streets of Rome🇮🇹 , Paris 🇫🇷, and Toronto 🇨🇦 to appreciating timeless art and cuisine—I'm here to blend the old with the new. 

Now it's your turn! Tell us a bit about yourself. Where are you from? And is there something special about the location of your accommodation that you'd like to share?

Looking forward to getting to know you all!

Warm regards,

Bhumika

[Andrea6917]

That sounds fascinating @Deanna253 .Hi my name is Ande, I live in central Florida, I’ve owned a tearoom catering company and a food truck. I’d love to add some of these elements to my Airbnb as my home is large and has lots of seating areas both inside and out. How did you start on your journey?

[Deanna253]

Hi there @Andrea6917 , 

I started with my clients because I already had my mobile spa business serving several Airbnb properties as they booked. 

[Momo71]

Hello

i am Momo from Egypt, born and raised in Egypt, i have lived in France for a bit, i am into arts, history, dancing and theatre.

I have been a host for 6 years and I would love to host more people and to get exposed to more cultures.

[Bhumika]

Hi @Momo71 , It's lovely to hear from you and learn a bit about your interests. It sounds like you have a  passion for the arts. I have been into theatre's myself for a short while during my college and it was absolutely a thrilling experience! 

6 years is quite a journey 😍! Would you like to share about your Hosting adventures with us?

[Derick219]

Hello everyone, I am Derick a host located in Miami. I currently manage 3 properties and am using Smoobu. I've been a host for 5 years. I'm into cinema, stand-up comedy and formula 1. I'd love to share experiences.

[Sophia]

Hi Derick, 
Managing 3 properties sounds like a lot to juggle! How are you finding it? I also love going to the cinemas, the nachos are the best!

[Helen3223]

Hi there,

I am a mix of different nationalities, but now live and work in the UK. I have been a host for over 15 years, from Vlieland in the Netherlands to Newcastle in the UK. As a guest, I have enjoyed AirBnBs in many countries in Asia, North America and Europe. Happy to connect! Helen.

[Sophia]

Hey @Helen3223, 
I hope you're well. How long have you been in the UK for? How are you finding it here? I am also from the UK! 😃

[Helen3223]

two years, in Newcastle, and you? @Sophia 

[Sophia]

@Helen3223, I'm born and raised in the UK, but wouldn't mind moving somewhere with nicer weather! Currently raining here 🌧 I feel like the Summer this year was very short-lived! 😅

[Alexander1668]

Hello everyone:) I am AJ currently hosting in the Metro Detroit area. I, along with the help of my wife, host 1 property as of now. We have been hosts since March of this year, so we are still quite new to hosting. Very excited to learn from experienced hosts and meet others with similar goals. Happy to be here.

[Sophia]

Hey AJ! I hope you're well 😊 how is your hosting journey going?

Best wishes,
Sophia

[Amber860]

Hi everyone I am Amber and I am in Colorado.  I have 1 property here in Colorado.  I am new to hosting so eager to learn from others.  I love warm weather and traveling to the beach.  I love decorating and rehabbing old furniture.  

[Andrea6917]

Hi @Amber860 I live in central Florida I am new to the community Center. But as I’m looking at adding a second Airbnb suite to my historic home I thought I’d like to seek others with a similar mind set. I’ve been a super host for 3 years and really enjoy all aspect of the Airbnb experience. 
I also love decorating and rehabbing old furniture: )

[Sophia]

Hey @Amber860, congratulations on becoming a Host! 😊 I also love warm weather, I'd love to move to a hot country! ☀️ I feel like your mood is instantly uplifted when the weather is warmer 😅. How long have you been revamping old furniture? I want to get into this but not sure where to start!