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Weโre thrilled to kick off the 8th Annu...
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Weโre thrilled to kick off the 8th Annual Week of Celebration! This special time is all about bringing o...
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Hello everyone! ๐
Welcome to the Community Center! ๐ 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 ๐ณ๐ฑ I have been on the Community Center for 6+ years, and have been an Airbnb Host myself. I love cycling๐ฒ, playing footballโฝ, and travelling๐ . I love how dynamic and diverse the Community Center is as we meet Hosts from all around the globe.
@Bhumika : ๐ I was born in Gujarat, India ๐ฎ๐ณ , and shifted to Toronto, Canada ๐จ๐ฆ last year! ๐ท I recently realized my love for photography and aesthetics. I love to capture mundane life and candid pictures. ๐ When I'm not working, you'll find me binge-watching thriller movies or exploring history.
@Paula : I am from Colombia ๐จ๐ด and currently living in British Columbia, Canada ๐จ๐ฆ. I have a passion for Latin American culture (I love to dance ๐) . I've had the opportunity to visit around 20 countries ๐ and plan to visit many more. In my free time, I enjoy outdoor activities, especially mountain biking ๐ฒ and hiking ๐.
@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 ๐ฟ and like to minimise my impact on the planet ๐ as well as volunteering in my local community. I love sea swimming ๐ yoga on the beach ๐งโ and I'm a children's yoga instructor too! ๐
@Elisa : I was born in Italy ๐ฎ๐น and as a lover of unique experiencesโfrom exploring the streets of Rome๐ฎ๐น , Paris ๐ซ๐ท, and Toronto ๐จ๐ฆ to appreciating timeless art and cuisineโI'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
Hello, I am Michele Martin. I live in Santa Barbara, CA. I am a credentialed elementary school teacher and chose not to teach this year so I can care for my twin grandchildren. In the afternoons, I have my own business as an after-school care provider. I love to guide children through a variety of art, music and poetry activities. We are very active, often going for nature walks or to the park. The children vote on 3-5 social action projects each year. Last year, on of their lemonade stand fundraisers was able to give the Maui, HI fire survivors $500. and a box of their clothes and treasures. I love to be in or near water. I enjoy stand up paddle, riding my bike, jogging, and time in my garden. Pleasure to read about each of you.
HI @Michele2221,
Great to have you with us! Were you hosting already before you stopped teaching have you started when you focused on your after-school care business?
I love how creative, caring and anchored in generosity all the activities you organise with children are, they must have a wonderful time with you. ๐
I am a proud Syrian national with a passion for hospitality and a diverse professional background. I graduated from hospitality college in 1996 and soon after moved to the UAE to kickstart my career.
My journey began at Le Mรฉridien Hotel in Abu Dhabi, where I spent four years honing my skills in the hospitality industry. I then transitioned to the entertainment sector as a cinema manager for another four years, which helped me develop a unique perspective on guest experiences.
Following that, I spent four years as a sales and marketing manager in the media sector, followed by a role as the sales and marketing director for EarthCam.comโs Dubai agency for two years. Most recently, Iโve dedicated over 14 years to public relations management at the Khalifa International Award for Date Palm and Agricultural Innovation, where Iโve worked to promote sustainable practices and innovation in agriculture.
On a personal note, Iโm happily married to my wife, who is Egyptian. Together, we have three wonderful children: a set of twin boy and girl, both 17, and a younger son who is 16. Family is incredibly important to me, and I cherish the time we spend together.
As a host, I strive to create memorable experiences, drawing from my extensive background in hospitality and my love for bringing people together.
What a wonderful introduction, @Ahed44! Thank you so much for sharing it with us.
Where are you currently hosting? How has your experience with Airbnb been so far?
Iโm looking forward to hearing more about your journey ๐
Regards,
Hallo
Hello @Arvid9, it is absolutely great to have you here.
I would like to invite you to share some tips with our wonderful community by starting a ๐New conversation here.
I am sure your expertise will greatly benefit many new Hosts ๐
Hello Everyone! My name is Jeremy Anderson. I'm currently living in Manchester CT and have a private room in my house on Airbnb. I've been on Airbnb since May 2024 and so far so good. It's been going so great that I'm currently in the process of helping my Mom add a 3 bedroom house to Airbnb. I enjoy basketball ๐ and running ๐๐ฝโโ๏ธ.
Welcome @Jeremy1133!
It's great to hear that it's all gone well for you so far. What is the top advice you've shared with your mom to help her have an equally good start as a Host? ๐
Look at the other local Airbnb listings of Superhosts and Guest Favorites for ideas and inspiration.
@Jeremy1133 That's great advice! I hope it all goes smoothly for her, though with your support I have no doubt it will. ๐
Good day everyone!
I am Daria, originally from Belarus, living, working and hosting in Italy. I am really happy with my new experience here, it is a very interesting step forward for me to make a switch from a guest status to a host one, I must say.
Many thanks to Airbnb and to all who participate in this project. Fantastic compliment and letโs go ahead!!!! ๐๐ผ๐
Hi @Daria322!
Itโs wonderful to hear about your exciting journey from guest to host in Italy.
Since you're new to hosting, I would recommend that you ask the Community for listing critique. It's a great way to receive constructive feedback from fellow hosts on how to enhance your listing. You can learn more about how to request a listing critique by clicking here๐
Hello everyone! ๐
Iโm from Sri Lanka ๐ฑ๐ฐ and currently based in Colombo. I lived in Dubai for 12 years and have had the opportunity to visit Denmark, Sweden, France, Germany, Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda.
Iโve worked across various sectors, including teaching mathematics, journalism, money exchange, and FMCG. Currently, Iโm focusing on hosting as part of my management role.
I have a strong interest in the latest developments in Data Science and AI and am currently working on a project for my masterโs degree in this field. Additionally, Iโm passionate about creating AI-powered music using Suno for the lyrics Iโve penned, blending traditional and modern styles. ๐ถ I enjoy experimenting with different genres and themes in my music
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Iโm excited to connect with all of you and hear your stories! ๐
Warm regards!
Siva
Hi @Nadesapillai0. Welcome to the Community ๐
What an incredible journey you've had so far!
Itโs amazing that youโve experienced such a variety of cultures and fields. How have these experiences shaped your approach to hosting?
I would like to invite you to share how your diverse expereinces have influenced your hosting style by starting a ๐new conversation here.
Hello Fellow Hosts and Community Members,
Iโm Margot. I have been living abroad since I was 19 (in too many countries and cities to list here). I discovered Airbnb in Paris many years ago and have been hosting and being a guest ever since. My sister and I bought a palazzo in a small Tuscan town and started our AirBnB here earlier this year.
I look forward to being a member of this community and hearing everyoneโs travel and hosting stories.