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[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

[Martine1417]

Hi! @Alex 

Thank you for just asking 🤗 It felt like I fell off the horse this week, I had a really bad guest. Other airbnb hosts who I know have given me advice and support. I am really glad I found this platform because I miss having "colleagues". 

[Ahmet144]

@Elisa @Bhumika 

Good afternoon all,

My name is Ahmet and I have been hosting for 2 years.  I thought I should join the Airbnb community for guidance and advice.  

Thank you,

Ahmet Erik 

[Alex]

Welcome @Ahmet144!

How's your experience as a host going so far? Do you have any funny anecdotes? 👀

Best wishes, 

Alex

[Ahmet144]

@Alex Most of my guests have been wonderful 😊 

Couple were alright. 

I recently had a 1 star review which was  retaliatory and Airbnb won't remove it despite the fact that Police were involved.  I was top 5% in the city I was advertising in.  Now that's gone all because of one awful guest 

[Victoria2258]

hi, I am Vicki and I live in Port Townsand Washington. In June I will be finishing my first year of hosting. I have thoroughly enjoyed it and met wonderful people. I already have bookings through September of this year including two groups coming from Germany, two groups coming from England and two groups coming from Australia.

I have been retired for several years and realize I don't like traveling as much as I enjoy meeting people who have traveled. Airbnb has been the perfect solution. Port Townsend has a population of just around 9000 people and we love to say that we are all one degree of separation apart from knowing each other. I look forward to continuing to be an active host for some years to come and support any and everyone who gets involved in the community.

vicki

[Bhumika]

Hi @Victoria2258 , it's nice to hear about your positive experience as an Airbnb host and the diverse groups you're welcoming from around the world.

Port Townsend sounds like a lovely place! Do you often recommend guests about local tourist places and attractions?

[David13189]

Hi, I'm David Gomez, a software engineer at Google. Last month, I took the plunge and listed my first property, and let me tell you, I'm more excited than a kid in a candy store! My goal is to add another property within the next 4 months. Honestly, my biggest thrill comes from using all the fancy technology(it is my nature) out there to run a successful Airbnb business. Just remember, I'm only one month into this Airbnb adventure, so I’m basically a toddler learning to walk in the world of short term rentals!

[Bhumika]

Hi @David13189 , combining your software skills with hosting sounds like a winning formula!

Have you managed to fully explore your listing settings and learn more about hosting basics?

Do you have any question as a new host?

Regards,

[Maitreyee0]

Hello everyone! My name is Maitreyee and i live in San Francisco bay area, California.  I love nature, camping, hiking and travelling.  I have been hosting my cabin in Arnold, CA for last ~1 year.  Would love to learn more from this community.

[Bhumika]

Hi @Maitreyee0 , it's great to see you visiting our community 🌻

Thanks for sharing that you're a nature enthusiast! Is there any specific travel destination you absolutely love?

[Arjun86]

Hello everyone. I’m Arjun, a new host on Airbnb and excited to be part of this amazing community! I run Aangan, a cozy, rustic cottage in Dehradun.Beyond hosting, I have a background in business, having successfully managed a pharmacy and a home bakery. Hospitality has always been close to my heart, and I love curating warm, memorable stays for my guests.

I’d love to connect with experienced hosts, learn from your insights, and share my own experiences as I grow on this journey. Looking forward to engaging with you all!

[Elisa]

Hi @Arjun86 😊, 

Welcome to the Community Center!

Your background is impressive, my compliments! 😍

Were you also in charge of baking at your bakery?

If you're looking for any tips on hosting, don't hesitate to check out our 👉 Community Guides or ask our hosts in the community 👉 by starting a new conversation here.

Warm regards 🌻,

[Walid135]

Hello everyone! 😊

I’m Walid, based in Dubai, and I manage Roomify, a company specializing in holiday homes, and fit-out services. Hosting and hospitality are a big part of what I do, and I love creating memorable experiences for guests visiting Dubai.

One of the things that make our listings special is their prime locations—whether it's a stunning view of the Burj Khalifa, the vibrant energy of Downtown Dubai, or the serene ambiance of beachfront properties. I enjoy transforming spaces into stylish and comfortable retreats for travelers from all around the world.

Looking forward to connecting with other hosts here and sharing insights!

Excited to be part of this community! 🌍✨

[Elisa]

Hi @Walid135  😊, 

Welcome to the Community Center, we're happy to have you here!

Were you born and raised in Dubai? How’s your life experience there? It’s on my to-do list to visit this country. 😍

If you’re looking to connect with other hosts, don’t hesitate to reach out 👉 by starting a new conversation here.

Warm regards 🌻,

[Marrissa0]

Hi , I am commonly known in our place as M.  So, let me introduce myself as M😊.

I am in Davao City, Philippines.  I.love cooking, my love of cooking makes me travel all over Asia to take a bite of all the sumptuous foods that Asian cuisine has to offer.

I love the sea and mountains... 

This is the reason why I got a rental place in Davao where the balcony faces the famous mystical Mt Apo, and the serene Samal sea. 

Infront you can see the condo's mini garden where you can seat on the bench and relax.

Anyone you want to  come and visit to the Philippines, please visit my place...  

Thank you,

M