New to the Community Center? Introduce yourself here ‌👇

[Elisa]

Hello everyone! 😊

Welcome to the Community Center! 👋  I'm @Elisa , one of the Community Managers for our English Community Center along with my lovely team members @Quincy @Paula @Rebecca @Bhumika @Alex @Emilie 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 7+ 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. 

@Alex : I'm originally from Spain 🇪🇸, but my passion for traveling made me move to Toronto🇨🇦 this year to explore the culture and add another unforgettable experience to my journey ✈️. I'm also passionate about all kinds of sports ⚽️ (especially football, in which I played at a semi-professional level) and love to discover new dishes everywhere I go. 🥘

@Emilie : I was born in France 🇫🇷, raised in French Polynesia 🌺 and Morocco 🇲🇦, and have settled in the UK for 14 years now! On evenings and weekends, you will find me spending time with my dog, working on a jigsaw, or trying my hand at some new cuisine. 🍲

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🌻,

Elisa

[Rebecca]

Hello @Patty453 👋

A huge welcome to the Airbnb Community Center! It's great to hear that you feel confident enough now to run your Airbnb's yourselves. What has been a memorable experience so far? 

You'll find the community is filled with experienced hosts from all over the world, who can support, advise and share their experiences with you. 

By heading to the top of the page you'll see the 🔍 search bar - if you type a question in there, you'll get lots of results. You can also ask your own questions if you have something particular, or even ask for feedback on your listing!

Hopefully, we'll see you around more as you continue your Airbnb journey 😊

[Vito533]

Hello!

I´m Vito Ortiz, an educational chef manager and entrepreneur. I´m also a snow bird and spend my summers between Washingon D.C. and Viña del Mar, Chile -my hometown-. I was one of the first Airbnb hosts in Chile many years ago. I am an avid cyclist and amateur cook. Now I have open my 102 year old home again hoping to host experiences involving food therapy in the near future. Would love to connect with people with similar interests. Cheers!

[Rebecca]

Hello @Vito533 👋

Congratulations on your return and a huge welcome to the Community Center! It's great to have you here with us.
 
How amazing to hear that you were one of the first hosts in Chile! Since you've come back, have you noticed any changes? 

Fingers crossed for your food therapy experience; it sounds wonderful. WE'd love to hear more about your Experience as it grows and develops. Please come back and let us know how you're getting on. 😍

[Andrea8499]

Hi, my name is Andrea,

I am from João Pessoa Brazil and I I have stayed in various Airbnb's for many, many years. Recently I started hosting. Any tips and tricks are greatly appreciated.

[Rebecca]

Hello @Andrea8499 👋

Congratulations on starting your hosting journey and welcome to the Community Center! It's wonderful to have you here with us. There are other new hosts just like you who are sharing their journey here > New Hosts: How Do You Feel About Starting Your Hosting Adventure? 👈

The Community Center has so much information for new hosts. By heading to the top of the page you'll see the 🔍 search bar - if you type a question in there, you'll get lots of results. You can also ask your own questions if you have something particular, or even ask for feedback on your listing! 😊

[Dianne389]

Hello:  I am Dianne and pretty new to being an AirBnB host.  Thus far I have rented 6 times with 5 five star reviews.  This last rental was a disaster and I hesitate to leave a negative review, as I don't want a retaliatory negative review.  However, I would NEVER recommend this guest to anyone.  AirBnB has been giving me the run around as I try to claim damages (burned carpets, divots in the walls, burned leather sofa, etc.).  Any advice? 

[Rebecca]

Hello @Dianne389 👋

Wow! You're a new host and all the bookings have 5 stars, that's fantastic - well done! 😍 

You've asked a great question here, but I think it would get more replies if it was a stand-alone thread. You can start a conversation here to ask the experienced hosts. 👈 

Let me know when you've done it and we can tag some members into the conversation to share their advice and support. 😊

[Muhammad572]

Hi everyone! 😊 I’m Junaid, excited to be part of this amazing community! I’m from Pakistan, and I absolutely love exploring the rich culture, history, and landscapes of my country. It’s great to see such a diverse group here, and I’m looking forward to connecting with all of you. Can’t wait to share and learn from each other’s experiences! 🙌

[Quincy]

Hi @Muhammad572, welcome to the Community!

I’d love to hear more about your favorite places to explore! What’s one spot in Pakistan you think everyone should visit at least once? 🌍

[Muhammad572]

If you're visiting Pakistan, Faisal Mosque in Islamabad is definitely worth exploring. The architecture is stunning, and the peaceful atmosphere adds to its charm!

[Sukumaran0]

Hello 

I am Anilkumar from India. I am a planter, having a small farm with Cardamom, Peppers, Coffee, and some fruit trees. My Homestay Urumbihill Homestay is situated 850 meters above sea level in a small remote village called Urumbikkara, district Idukki in Kerala. 

[Quincy]

Hi @Sukumaran0,. Welcome to the Community!

Your farm and homestay must be such a peaceful and beautiful escape. 🌿

Can your guests freely explore your farm during their stay? We’d love to learn more about the homestay experience at your farm.

Feel free to create a post, share some photos, and tell us more about it—it would be a real treat for all of us to see! 😊 You can create a post by ⭐clicking here ⭐ or by clicking the "Post" button at the top to share more about your homestay. 

[Vikash11]

@VikashMakhan

Born and raised in beautiful sunny South Africa, the land of contrasts.

Simple person, loves the ocean, my kids and just peanut butter, keeping fit is not my priority but eating wisely is.

Love cycling with my kids, i can count less than 5 times on the bike without them over the past 5 years.

Just a peaceful soul,

Love 

Vikash

[Elisa]

Hi @Vikash11 😊, 

Welcome to the Community Center!

I love African nature. 😍 Are you still living there?

Where are you hosting from?

Warm regards, 🌻

[Vikash11]

Hi Elisa,

Yes, proudly South African, I am hosting from a tiny city, called Gqeberha, absolutely beautiful, visit and I will gladly host.

The temperature and sea make a most fun experience.

Take care,

best regards

Vikash