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Are you using Smart Pricing?

Hi everyone, Price is one of the most important factors for travellers before booking. For Hosts, it is crucial to price their listing correctly, but it can also be a riddle, especially if they are only beginning their hosting journey. To get the... read more

Created 27-07-2021 | Latest reply 23-09-2021 by Katie1134

in London, United Kingdom

I'm split between the Schlage Encode and Eufy Smart Lock (Touch & Wi-Fi) for my new airbnb. Which one do you recommend ?

I'm leaning towards Eufy because the app is great and the cutomer support is superb. But I'm not sure if it integrated with services like Remote Lock or iGMS to make access code generation and distribution easier. Plus my security cameras are Eufy.On the ... read more

Created 19-09-2021 | Latest reply 22-09-2021 by Suraj26

in Austin, TX

Please help me understand the different types of booking requests!

Good morning! Bought my slice of heaven on the water in Machipongo, VA, on the Eastern shore. I am calling to Tranquil Blue. So, I just got my listing up and running and bookings are rolling in at the rate of a steaming locomotive. I don't understand thin... read more

Created 16-08-2021 | Latest reply 22-09-2021 by Shelley346

in Machipongo, VA

Ask an Ambassador #8: Showcasing what makes your listing extra special

Hiya everyone, We’re back with our Ask an Ambassador! Today we are talking to Ambassador and resident Community Center expert, @Max144 , a Superhost from Bongaree, Australia about his hosting journey and how he makes his listings shine! Let’s read! ... read more

Created 22-09-2021

Ask an Ambassador #8: Showcasing what makes your listing extra special

in London, United Kingdom

Maximise your listing: The perfect listing title

Hiya, There’s many different facets to preparing your listing for the Airbnb website, all of which can impact how guests discover you. In this series Maximise your listing we are looking at things that can affect your SEO - your search engine optimis... read more

Created 14-09-2021 | Latest reply 21-09-2021 by Larry339

Maximise your listing: The perfect listing title

in London, United Kingdom

Can you prioritize someone who inquired, when someone else requests to book?

I'm really new at this. Just listed a few days ago, and have been getting bookings and inquiries. (Yay!) Today, I had 2 different inquiries, one for a 6 day stay, and one for a week. I answered their questions promptly, and pre-approved them to book. Bu... read more

Created 14-09-2021 | Latest reply 20-09-2021 by Sarah977

in Corning, NY

Please Critique my New Listing and help us find a Name - Linda3345 in Corning, NY

I am new to hosting, and have my first guests arriving in about a week. I've been really pleased to have several reservations booked quickly, almost as soon as our listing went live. I would really like feedback on our listing. One concern i have is: Are... read more

Created 16-09-2021 | Latest reply 19-09-2021 by Sarah977

in Corning, NY

What is a good rate of bookings versus views of your listing?

I'm wondering if there are stats anywhere about what is a good booking percentage, based on how many views your listing is getting?

Created 16-09-2021 | Latest reply 19-09-2021 by Brian1613

in Corning, NY

Critique my listing - Dave from Vista, Ca

Critique my listing dave from Vista, Ca Noticed that bookings slowed way down after August. Do they pick up again soon? Any advice? @David7870 @Quincy @Nick @Liv @Stephanie #listingcritique

Created 06-09-2021 | Latest reply 19-09-2021 by Katja202

in San Diego, CA

Any New Zealand / Australian hosts out there?

Hi, I am a reasonably new host and would love to connect with some hosts down under. It would be great to have a sounding board with hosts in this area of the world. Love to hear from you Take care, Steph Home away from home: https://www.airbnb.co.nz/r... read more

Created 14-09-2021 | Latest reply 18-09-2021 by Stephanie1933