Host guides

Hello everyone, Welcome to our Community Guide board - a place full of the best advice and tactics by Hosts, for Hosts! In this section you are going to find a plethora of guides, tips and tutorials created by our hosting community on mastering the ar...

Great photos can make all the difference in securing more bookings. But should you hire a professional photographer or take the photos yourself? I personally shoot all my listings with my phone—it’s honest, realistic, and ensures guests see exactly what t... Latest reply by Sagar90

In recent years, artificial intelligence has transformed many aspects of our daily lives, and I decided to explore how it could be used creatively within my hospitality units to enhance the guest experience. My idea was simple but innovative: I used AI to... Latest reply by Amr267

A unique profile number is assigned to each Airbnb member when they create their profile. This number is rarely used because it’s seldom needed. If the profile number is requested, the question “Where can I find my number?” often arises. For e... Latest reply by Jason2602

So, you've found the perfect listing. It's in the ideal location, with everything you could ever want just around the corner. But now comes the hard part, making it truly shine as an Airbnb. As a new host, you might be wondering what supplies and amenitie... Latest reply by Rebecca

Understanding Airbnb Monthly Stays (28+days) - GUIDE Long Term Stays – Important Cautions Long term stays can be an option for Hosts and can be very successful. However, be sure you thoroughly familiarize yourself with Airbnb’s long term stay policies (... Latest reply by Joan2709

Congratulations on publishing your first listing! That's a huge milestone, and it's an exciting first step! While creating a listing on Airbnb has never been easier, hitting that "Publish" button is just the beginning. There's still a lot to do to ensu... Latest reply by Faynan0

Hi everyone! I wanted to share a quick tip that might help hosts in Italy — especially those in Tuscany — who are struggling with a CIN request that never seems to move forward. Over the last months, I’ve noticed a recurring pattern that affects many ne... Latest reply by Elisa

Hi everyone! I’ve seen many new hosts asking how long it takes to get everything ready before opening a holiday home in Italy, so I thought I’d share a realistic 2024–2025 timeline based on what I’ve seen with many properties. Even if the process looks ... Latest reply by Elisa

So, you’ve got guests coming from another country, and you want to make sure they feel welcome and comfortable? That’s awesome! Hosting people from different cultures can be one of the most rewarding parts of hosting. But it can also feel a bit intimidati... Latest reply by Geoff7

Hi everyone! I thought I’d share my personal experience registering a holiday home in Tuscany, because when I first started I found the process confusing and I had to figure out everything step by step. Here’s what I learned along the way: 1. The CI... Latest reply by Lamberto-and-Enrica0