@Sarah977
Fair enough but I think it is important for people to follow local conditions and regulations. For example last July, as the UK allowed home stays again I put the following comments on my listing:
"I am content to again welcome guests into my home as the lockdown eases. In terms of interaction the only mandatory shared spaces are the entrance and the kitchen if you choose to use it. During your stay I will have no need to go anywhere near your bedroom and bathroom.
I believe I have always cleaned and prepared the rooms to a good standard. To be honest Covid-19 does not really change this. I am happy with the 'Stay Alert' philosophy and to use common sense. I also believe those guests even considering using Airbnb with a live-in host are likely to share that philosophy with respect and Covid etiquette flowing both ways between myself and my guests.
If you have any specific queries feel free to message me before any booking is confirmed."
I still hold to that philosophy. I haven't had anyone stay since the impact of the virus locally started to increase in my area towards the end of last year. At present in my area the virus data has reduced but may increase again later in the year. I will follow the local advice and only allow guests when conditions are suitable.
I believe it is fundamentally wrong of Airbnb to impose these protocols globally - in particular I have a lot of sympathy for hosts in places like New Zealand where the virus is essentially absent, and nobody wears a mask anywhere . Airbnb's policy has little to do with the health of hosts and guests, but more to do with protecting their corporate image. They should be asking guests and host to follow the local conditions. Unfortunately they have a near monopoly now in terms of where people look for 'spare room' type accommodation like mine so if I want to carry on welcoming guests I have little choice but to go with Airbnb.