Sometimes, when guests check out, they graciously leave something behind as a thank you, so the host will remember them—not just cleaner tips or forgotten phone chargers, but real, meaningful mementos.In my case, one guest, who was apparently a writer, le...
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Greg2406
Dear Hosts, Daniela here! Unforgettable stories have shaped my journey, and today, I’m excited to share some of these special moments with you. Each story carries a piece of my heart, and I hope they bring warmth to yours. While I’m not one for pictures...
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Quincy
Hello!
Prepare for a week full of stories shared by fellow Hosts, because we are kicking off the line-up of the fifth Festival of Hospitality!
Every year, the art of hospitality and amazing stories is celebrated virtually with the Festival of Hos...
Hello fellow Airbnb hosts and guests!What Airbnb stays stand out most in your mind? It can vary from the beautiful surroundings (the majestic mountains, breathtaking ocean views, eclectic city vibes) to the amazing amenities (hello hot tubs and themed li...
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Dr-Jayanthi1
When we consider how to mitigate loneliness, we can do so from a social perspective and involve our community.
Guests may be traveling with older people, family members who need care, or children. In these cases and many more, it’s not only important t...
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Elisa
Daniel1651Host Advisory Board MemberSanta Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting a young couple who were eagerly anticipating the arrival of their first child. Their visit was filled with excitement, joy and a little rest. On the morning of their departure, they decided to enjoy a leisurely bre...
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Dr-Jayanthi1
Although the combination of addressing loneliness and professional hosting may initially seem contradictory, these businesses can create shared value for both professional Hosts and their guests and communities
I know of some professional hosting busin...
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Bhumika
Hospitality - Go the Extra Mile It’s been said that hospitality is the art of creating a warm and welcoming environment that makes guests feel valued and comfortable. Don’t we all appreciate hospitality shown to us by our friends and family when we pay th...
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Elisa
When my husband and I first embarked on our journey as Airbnb hosts, we set out with the intention of sharing our home with others. Growing up in Australia, we both were brought with words diversity and multiculturalism. Today, Australia's population is a...
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Rikke39
The home I host isn't in a vacation area so we specialize in the over night traveler which makes us the half way point to their destination. We noticed that many management companies and other hosts insist on a 2 day minimum. Since we are that half way po...
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Steven1482