My journey started in 2019 when I joined Airbnb Africa Acade...
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My journey started in 2019 when I joined Airbnb Africa Academy. Before that, I didn’t even have a smartphone to download the ...
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Hello everyone,
I hope you’re having a great week!
Hosting styles vary widely among hosts, but many share a common goal of making guests feel welcome and at ease. Some hosts are very hands-on. Others prefer a more independent approach.
Many find a balance between the two, stepping in when needed while allowing space.
What would you describe your hosting style in one word?
I’m looking forward to reading your thoughts!
Warm regards,
Elisa
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I haven't had a guest ask for anything extra, aside from an early check-in which I always try to accommodate. I have had a couple people comment that I have seemed to plan well for the needs of my guests.
friendly
Thanks so much for sharing this, @Julien53. Do you welcome your guests personally?
Welcoming. Thrilled you have chosen us when there are so many airbnb's to choose from.
It is cheerful, attractive and pictures are true representations of the space.
My Airbnb is located in my backyard. I warmly greet as they arrived and give them a quick brief of the property. I can immediately tell if they would like to interact with you or not, but I usually give them 100% privacy.
Hello @Evelyn-Baez0 interesting. Is this a second house or a room? How many guests can it accommodate?
It’s a house that sleeps 5. With use of a 1 acre backyard, concrete pool and charcoal grill.
Per me l’ospitalità più bella e’ quella regolata da reciproco rispetto e educazione. Noi siamo sempre presenti … anche se dietro l’angolo.. L’ospite puo’ sentirsi a casa sua ma deve essere consapevole del fatto che dopo di lui arrivera’ qualcun altro con le sue stesse esigenze e aspettative. Quindi…se e’ vero che noi ci distinguiamo nell’accoglienza il
modo con cui l’ospite ci lascera’ influenzerà il nostro finale feedback!
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For me, the best hospitality is one governed by mutual respect and courtesy. We are always present... even if we're just around the corner. Guests can feel at home, but they must be aware that someone else will arrive after them with the same needs and expectations. So... if it's true that we stand out in hospitality,
The way the guest leaves us will influence our final feedback!
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Hello @Fiamma2, thank you for sharing your approach. How long have you been hosting? What do you enjoy most about hosting?
Regards,
Thoughtful
Lovely word, @Iosefina0, thanks so much for sharing! How long have you been a host, and where did you find the inspiration to put so much effort into hosting? 😊
Estilo Rústico moderno pro😅
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Modern rustic style pro😅
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