Residences

Remember the €1 Italian houses? Now you can be an Airbnb host in one

The winner will live rent-free in this renovated Sicilian townhouse for a year, getting stuck into the local traditions of Sambuca.

20 January 2022

Residences

Where is this magical 'treehouse' and why is it so popular on Airbnb?

Here's how a DIY upcycling project became one of the most sought-after stays on Airbnb.

11 November 2021

Residences

Take a peek inside the world's weirdest AirBnbs

Want an alternative to a standard apartment? Dive in for some truly unique accommodation choices.

10 November 2021

Residences

I couldn't help but wonder, can I stay in Carrie Bradshaw's apartment?

For two nights only, Sex and the City fans can live their best Carrie life in this AirBnB.

7 November 2021

Residences

Plum Guide: The luxury travel service taking on Airbnb

Meet the founder of the 'Michelin Guide for holiday rentals', who is shining a light on the finest homestays money can buy.

22 October 2021

Travel News

Airbnb rival hopes to revolutionise holiday home rentals in Europe

A new booking system from Expedia’s home rental platform is boosting availability across the travel industry.

15 September 2021

Home

Airbnb offers 20,000 Afghan refugees a place to stay

The company's charitable arm and founder Brian Chesky will help fund the temporary accommodation "for as long as needed".

25 August 2021

Residences

Is this the best Airbnb review of all time?

An Airbnb host from Alaska penned some truly adorable feedback for a recent guest.

3 August 2021

Home

Airbnb hollows out cities and increases violent crime, study finds

A new study found violent crime in Boston rose in areas home to the short-term rentals, even as crimes involving tourists remained at similar levels.

15 July 2021

Moments

Meet the digital nomad who's been living in Airbnbs for years

This tech engineer believes we should all try out remote working and travelling to help us discover out what we really want from life.

23 May 2021

Europe News

Landlords switch to long lets as COVID hits Europe's short stay market

"Many owners decided to withdraw their accommodation from the short-term rental market and put them on the long-term rental market," one expert told Euronews.

2 April 2021

Residences

Is home swapping the perfect solution for a post-COVID holiday?

Move over hotels, home swapping is forecast to rocket for holidaymakers following COVID-19.

12 March 2021

France

EU court confirms validity of French housing law in Airbnb owners case

The EU Court of Justice ruled against two Airbnb owners who were fined after repeatedly and without authorisation rent for short periods to a transient clientele.

22 September 2020

Poland

Airpnp: Polish activists cause a stink with toilet-sharing app stunt

An association in Poland has advertised a new app that purports to allow Warsaw residents to rent out their toilet for a fee — but there's a catch.

16 September 2020

World News

Airbnb bans house parties around the world in response to COVID-19

"Instituting a global ban on parties and events is in the best interest of public health," the company said.

20 August 2020

Portugal

Lisbon mayor in bid to turn Airbnb rentals into key worker homes

The Portuguese capital has launched a programme urging landlords to stop renting short term, promising tax breaks and guaranteed rent.

8 July 2020

Destinations

Dream your way out of lockdown at this floating, solar-powered villa

This eco-conscious getaway is the stuff of dreams. But does it count as sustainable if you have to fly to get there?

23 April 2020

France

Airbnb bans house parties after California Halloween shooting

CEO Brian Chesky has announced that the tech firm is setting up a 'rapid response team' to deal with unauthorised parties.

2 November 2019

Destinations

The home of Downton Abbey is on Airbnb

For one night only, lucky holidaymakers will be waited on by a butler and live in the castle's 300 rooms.

20 October 2019

USA

LIfe in plastic is fantastic as Barbie opens her Dreamhome to guests

The Malibu mansion has been listed on holiday rental site Airbnb and features an infinity pool with waterslide, a cinema and a meditation space.

18 October 2019