https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/airbnb/ Airbnb News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T08:56:26+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/tourise-2025-velma-corcoran-director-of-policy-strategy-airbnb/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/tourise-2025-velma-corcoran-director-of-policy-strategy-airbnb/ Interviewed by Justin Cooke, Editor in Chief Tue, 11 Nov 2025 14:02:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-expands-entrepreneurship-academy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-expands-entrepreneurship-academy/ The Airbnb Entrepreneurship Academy has grown to support over 40 local community partners with 2023 representing the largest partner cohort yet. Thu, 06 Apr 2023 05:21:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-10-questions-for-kathrin-anselm/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-10-questions-for-kathrin-anselm/ Airbnb has become a major player in the travel industry. Kathrin Anselm is Airbnb’s General Manager for the DACH countries, among others, and a guest speaker at this year’s ITB Berlin Convention. Tue, 07 Mar 2023 06:30:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-champions-heritage-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-champions-heritage-travel/ Emmanuel Marill, Airbnb Regional Director for EMEA, will present to members of the European Committee of the Regions including local Mayors, and meet with the European Parliament Cultural Heritage Intergroup this week to champion the benefits of heritage travel for tourism dispersal in Europe and share an update on Airbnb’s support for the EU’s short-term rental proposal. Wed, 01 Feb 2023 06:40:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-in-india-signs-of-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-in-india-signs-of-recovery/ As travel restrictions continue to ease, international travelers are increasingly looking to visit India, according to newly released Airbnb data. Travelers are also eager to stay longer and explore more places than ever before, as part of a travel revolution that’s creating more economic opportunities for the locals. Wed, 24 Aug 2022 06:22:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-second-quarter-2022-financial-results/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-second-quarter-2022-financial-results/ Airbnb has issued its second quarter 2022 financial results. Over the past year it has generated $2.9 billion in free cash flow and Q2 revenue is up more than 70 percent since Q2 2019. Thu, 04 Aug 2022 16:08:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/disability-equality-index-recognises-airbnb-as-a-best-place-to-work/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/disability-equality-index-recognises-airbnb-as-a-best-place-to-work/ Airbnb has been recognised as a Disability Equality Index® (DEI) Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion. We are proud to share that we received a 100 percent score on the DEI for the second year in a row, joining 240 companies with a top score. Sat, 23 Jul 2022 01:30:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hosts-of-unique-stays-earned-nearly-1-billion-in-2021-says-airbnb/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hosts-of-unique-stays-earned-nearly-1-billion-in-2021-says-airbnb/ Hosts around the world have been sharing their unique spaces on Airbnb for well over a decade, and guests have fallen for their one-of-a-kind stays, from domes and windmills to lighthouses and trains. Fri, 22 Jul 2022 11:21:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dont-let-summer-slip-away-without-an-outdoor-getaway/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dont-let-summer-slip-away-without-an-outdoor-getaway/ With Labor Day nearing, for those yearning for the great outdoors and accompanying fresh air, lake views and indescribable ambiance of a treehouse in the woods, the time to book is now. There are significant opportunities to earn for current or prospective Hosts with properties in outdoor-related categories. Thu, 14 Jul 2022 13:16:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-officially-codifies-party-ban/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-officially-codifies-party-ban/ In August 2020 we announced a temporary ban on all parties and events in listings globally. The temporary ban has proved effective, and today we are officially codifying the ban as our policy. Thu, 30 Jun 2022 13:42:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-inclusion-resources-for-hosts/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-inclusion-resources-for-hosts/ As part of Airbnb ongoing work to build a community where everyone feels welcome, they are launching the a Guide to Inclusive Hosting, a new resource for our Hosts. Thu, 30 Jun 2022 13:37:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-launches-new-safety-product-for-solo-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-launches-new-safety-product-for-solo-travellers/ Airbnb is launching a new product aimed at promoting a safe and secure experience for solo travellers. As the “live anywhere” phenomenon has taken off among people who are able to work remotely, the platform has become increasingly integral to solo travellers. Tue, 14 Jun 2022 10:58:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-to-wind-down-china-rentals-amid-ongoing-lockdowns/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-to-wind-down-china-rentals-amid-ongoing-lockdowns/ Airbnb is winding down domestic rentals in China, where the “zero-Covid” policy has led to ongoing lockdowns. Thu, 26 May 2022 11:55:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-airbnb-2022-summer-release-introducing-a-new-airbnb-for-a-new-world-of/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-airbnb-2022-summer-release-introducing-a-new-airbnb-for-a-new-world-of/ With a new way to search designed around Airbnb Categories, the innovative Split Stays feature, and AirCover for guests, this launch represents the biggest change to Airbnb in a decade. Fri, 13 May 2022 13:36:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-milestone-2-billion-flexible-searches/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-milestone-2-billion-flexible-searches/ Airbnb announces that it’s ‘I’m Flexible’ search has generated more than 2 billions stays since its launch in May 2021. Fri, 29 Apr 2022 21:50:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnbs-blueprint-for-employees-to-live-and-work-anywhere/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnbs-blueprint-for-employees-to-live-and-work-anywhere/ Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, a new world of travel has emerged. Millions of people are now more flexible about where they live and work. In response to this trend of newfound flexibility, Airbnb has announced an approach to allow employees to live and work anywhere, and how they will partner with destinations to help them attract remote workers. Fri, 29 Apr 2022 21:40:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-to-push-for-caribbean-tourism-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-to-push-for-caribbean-tourism-recovery/ As part of this partnership, Airbnb is launching a marketing campaign that includes the rollout of a series of email newsletters highlighting destinations in the region. Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:11:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-shares-soar-following-initial-public-offering/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-shares-soar-following-initial-public-offering/ Shares in holiday rental company Airbnb have surged on their first day of public trading. At the close of the day, the organisation had a valuation of more than $100 billion. Fri, 11 Dec 2020 06:53:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-seeks-35bn-valuation-for-stock-market-flotation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-seeks-35bn-valuation-for-stock-market-flotation/ Airbnb is hoping to raise $2.5 billion in a long-awaited initial public offering. The rental company toyed with going public earlier in the year, but the plans were derailed by the Covid-19 pandemic. Wed, 02 Dec 2020 11:59:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-relaunches-stock-flotation-in-united-states/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-relaunches-stock-flotation-in-united-states/ Airbnb has rekindled plans to list on the stock market in the United States. The move comes as concerns over the impact of the coronavirus ease in some markets. Thu, 20 Aug 2020 04:02:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-to-cut-global-workforce-by-a-quarter/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-to-cut-global-workforce-by-a-quarter/ As demand for travel stalls, the company added it would scale back or halt newer initiatives, such as investments in hotels and luxury resorts and flights. Wed, 06 May 2020 07:46:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-secures-1bn-in-new-credit-to-weather-coronavirus-storm/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-secures-1bn-in-new-credit-to-weather-coronavirus-storm/ Airbnb has secured a further $1 billion in loans from institutional investors. The cash comes as the home rental site seeks to bolster is liquidity position in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. Wed, 15 Apr 2020 14:03:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-to-limit-uk-accommodation-to-essential-stays/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-to-limit-uk-accommodation-to-essential-stays/ The home rental company came in for criticism earlier this week, with stays seemingly being offered despite government calls for Brits to remain at home. Thu, 09 Apr 2020 11:39:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-wins-new-funding-to-battle-covid-19-downturn/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-wins-new-funding-to-battle-covid-19-downturn/ Airbnb has secured $1 billion in additional funding as it seeks to weather a downturn in demand following the coronavirus pandemic. Demand has fallen by as much as 90 per cent in some markets as the world battles the outbreak. Tue, 07 Apr 2020 07:25:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-signs-nine-year-sponsorship-deal-with-international-olympic-committe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-signs-nine-year-sponsorship-deal-with-international-olympic-committe/ The International Olympic Committee and Airbnb have announced a sponsorship agreement worth more than US$500 million. The deal will run for nine-years, through to 2028, and cover the next five Olympic and Winter Olympic Games. Tue, 19 Nov 2019 08:30:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stay-at-downton-abbey-with-airbnb/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/stay-at-downton-abbey-with-airbnb/ For one night only, Highclere Castle will open its doors to two guests, giving super fans an opportunity to immerse themselves in the iconic location of Downton Abbey, and learn what life might have been like for the Crawleys. Tue, 17 Sep 2019 09:06:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/post-office-identifies-next-city-break-stars/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/post-office-identifies-next-city-break-stars/ Higher prices and over-tourism in European capitals may be leading growing numbers of UK holidaymakers to swap established favourites like Paris and Amsterdam for a new generation of little-known cities – according to a new city breaks review by Post Office Travel Money. Sun, 18 Aug 2019 11:31:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-launches-new-adventures-product/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-launches-new-adventures-product/ Airbnb Adventures is a new collection of bucket list worthy multi-day experiences hosted by local experts that take intimate groups to epic, off-the-beaten-path locations and immerses them in unique cultures and communities. Thu, 13 Jun 2019 15:08:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitbritain-signs-experiences-led-partnership-with-airbnb/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitbritain-signs-experiences-led-partnership-with-airbnb/ The £500,000 match-funded partnership will work with businesses and destinations to promote local experiences to domestic and international visitors, and grow and broaden the range of experiences available. Wed, 06 Feb 2019 09:26:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-partners-with-wego-in-middle-east/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-partners-with-wego-in-middle-east/ With the addition of listings on Airbnb, travellers using the Wego metasearch apps and websites will have easier access to a wide range of local homes and other unique types of accommodation in destinations worldwide. Thu, 16 Aug 2018 11:25:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moussa-to-lead-airbnb-in-northern-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moussa-to-lead-airbnb-in-northern-europe/ Hadi Moussa has been appointed general manager for northern Europe at Airbnb, taking over the role from James McClure who departed earlier in the summer. Wed, 15 Aug 2018 09:10:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avis-partners-with-airbnb-owned-luxury-retreats/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/avis-partners-with-airbnb-owned-luxury-retreats/ Avis Car Rental has announced a deal with Luxury Retreats, acquired by Airbnb in February 2017, to be the official mobility partner of the full-service villa rental company. Tue, 31 Jul 2018 07:36:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-unveils-first-professional-co-hosts-for-uk-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-unveils-first-professional-co-hosts-for-uk-market/ Airbnb has announced the first three UK companies to join its professional co-host program, aimed at making home sharing easier for hosts. Tue, 24 Apr 2018 04:11:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-rolls-out-plans-for-next-decade-of-growth/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-rolls-out-plans-for-next-decade-of-growth/ Airbnb has revealed that it will add four new property types to its platform - Vacation Home, Unique Space, B&B and Boutique - in order to allow hosts better showcase their product. The rental company argues the move will give greater choice of accommodation options to guests and provide more transparency over the types of accommodation available. Fri, 23 Feb 2018 09:40:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-to-allow-guests-to-pay-less-up-front/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-to-allow-guests-to-pay-less-up-front/ Airbnb has launched Pay Less Up Front, a new feature that allows guests to spread the cost of their holiday booking over two instalments. In order to secure their reservation, guests are now able to pay part of the cost of their accommodation expense on the day of booking, with the remaining amount payable closer to the time of check-in. Tue, 16 Jan 2018 09:00:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/chris-lehane-global-head-of-policy-and-public-affairs-airbnb/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/chris-lehane-global-head-of-policy-and-public-affairs-airbnb/ As Airbnb unveils its Trips product in Jamaica, Breaking Travel News speaks to Chris Lehane, global head of policy and public affairs with the organisation, about what it will add to Caribbean hospitality. Thu, 30 Nov 2017 16:02:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-rolls-out-trips-product-in-jamaica/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-rolls-out-trips-product-in-jamaica/ Airbnb has launched its Trips platform in Jamaica, adding the Caribbean destination to the list of international locations offering bookable local experiences. Wed, 29 Nov 2017 20:30:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-joins-pacific-asia-travel-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-joins-pacific-asia-travel-association/ Airbnb has become the latest hospitality sector organisation to join the Pacific Asia Travel Association. PATA chief executive Mario Hardy said: “We are extremely pleased to welcome Airbnb to the PATA family.” Wed, 11 Oct 2017 05:22:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-guests-generate-522-million-for-london-restaurants/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-guests-generate-522-million-for-london-restaurants/ Airbnb has released a report highlighting that guests to London have spent £522 million in local restaurants since September 2016. The report, Airbnb: Generating $6.5 billion for restaurants around the world, focuses on 44 cities, including London, and showcases the benefits guests bring when they stay in local neighbourhoods.  Fri, 22 Sep 2017 07:52:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/sweden-lists-entire-country-on-airbnb/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/sweden-lists-entire-country-on-airbnb/ From the southernmost Smygehuk headland to the wilderness around the Three-Country Cairn in the north, through freedom to roam, the entire country of Sweden has been added to Airbnb. Visit Sweden has partnered with Airbnb to turn the entire country on the site. Wed, 24 May 2017 09:51:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-launches-major-china-push-with-new-brand-name-aibiying/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-launches-major-china-push-with-new-brand-name-aibiying/ Airbnb co-founder Brian Chesky has announced a series of plans to better serve Chinese travellers, particularly millennials. Airbnb’s new brand name in China, Aibiying - or 爱彼迎 - translates as ‘welcome each other with love’ and reflects Airbnb’s mission. Thu, 23 Mar 2017 10:45:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-acquires-montreal-based-luxury-retreats/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-acquires-montreal-based-luxury-retreats/ Airbnb has acquired Montreal-based Luxury Retreats, a luxury vacation rental company offering over 4,000 homes in 100 destinations around the world. Luxury Retreats chief executive Joe Poulin will join Airbnb and lead luxury homes, reporting to Airbnb co-founder Brian Chesky. Wed, 22 Feb 2017 10:29:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-signs-airbnb-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/caribbean-tourism-organisation-signs-airbnb-partnership/ The Caribbean Tourism Organisation and Airbnb have signed a landmark agreement to develop a set of policy principles and recommendations on the sharing economy for Caribbean governments and other stakeholders. Tue, 07 Feb 2017 16:26:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-tourist-board-signs-airbnb-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jamaica-tourist-board-signs-airbnb-partnership/ The Jamaica Tourist Board and Airbnb have signed a major agreement to promote tourism to the island, highlight the country’s unique history and culture, and position Airbnb for continued growth in this world class tourist destination. This is Airbnb’s second major partnership agreement in the Caribbean. Wed, 14 Dec 2016 12:03:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amsterdam-signs-new-home-sharing-partnership-with-airbnb/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amsterdam-signs-new-home-sharing-partnership-with-airbnb/ Amsterdam has announced a new partnership with Airbnb to tackle illegal hotels and promote responsible home sharing. The city was one of the first in the world to introduce a progressive and innovative policy towards home sharing while ensuring that homes remain homes. Fri, 02 Dec 2016 07:37:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-launches-trips-to-global-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-launches-trips-to-global-travellers/ Airbnb has unveiled the most significant development in its eight year history as it moves beyond accommodation with the launch of Trips. Bringing together where you stay, what you do and the people you meet all in one place, Trips is a people-powered platform designed to make travel both easy and magical. Fri, 18 Nov 2016 10:46:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qantas-partners-with-airbnb-to-boost-loyalty-scheme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qantas-partners-with-airbnb-to-boost-loyalty-scheme/ Qantas and Airbnb have come together in partnership to give Qantas Frequent Flyer members the opportunity to earn Qantas Points when they book their Airbnb accommodation through qantas.com. Australia’s national carrier and the accommodation leader have partnered to reward Qantas Frequent Flyer’s 11.4 million members with one Qantas Point for every dollar they spend on any of Airbnb’s 2.5 million accommodation listings across 191 countries. Tue, 04 Oct 2016 14:18:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-management-giants-sign-on-with-airbnb-for-business/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-management-giants-sign-on-with-airbnb-for-business/ Airbnb for Business has announced three new partnerships with leading travel management companies - American Express Global Business Travel, BCD, and Carlson Wagonlit Travel. The deal is viewed by the company as a significant milestone for Airbnb’s business travel programme, which has seen growing momentum in the corporate travel space. Wed, 13 Jul 2016 09:26:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-launches-business-traveller-booking-feature/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-launches-business-traveller-booking-feature/ Airbnb has announced the launch of a new tool that allows employees to book business travel for co-workers. As business travel has tripled in growth on Airbnb in 2016, this new feature allows business partners like travel managers and executive assistants to be able to book Airbnb listings on behalf of other employees. Thu, 09 Jun 2016 11:17:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-tourism-offers-conditional-welcome-to-airbnb/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-tourism-offers-conditional-welcome-to-airbnb/ Dubai Tourism and Airbnb have signed a memorandum of understanding to help promote responsible hosting and help grow and diversify tourism in the emirate. It follows the introduction of enhanced regulations last month that make obtaining a ‘holiday home’ license more streamlined for individual tenants and homeowners who want to rent their homes to guests. Fri, 20 May 2016 08:21:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-joins-the-united-nations-world-tourism-organisation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-joins-the-united-nations-world-tourism-organisation/ Airbnb has officially joined the World Tourism Organization as an affiliate member. In doing so, Airbnb joins the most influential community of leaders within the travel and tourism sector, including the UNWTO’s 157 member states and over 480 affiliate members from the private sector, educational institutions, tourism associations and local tourism authorities. Thu, 12 May 2016 07:48:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-chief-chesky-in-nairobi-to-meet-african-entrepreneurs/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-chief-chesky-in-nairobi-to-meet-african-entrepreneurs/ Airbnb chief executive Brian Chesky will visited GES 2015 to meet with entrepreneurs from around the world and explore the sharing economy’s impact and expansion, particularly on the African continent - which represents a huge opportunity for the company. In the last twelve months alone, Airbnb has more than doubled in size in Africa. Mon, 27 Jul 2015 09:24:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-signs-on-as-accommodation-partner-for-rio-2016/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-signs-on-as-accommodation-partner-for-rio-2016/ Airbnb has confirmed it will act as the official “alternative accommodation services supplier” for the upcoming 2016 Olympic Games. The games will take place in Rio de Janeiro next summer. It is the first time the company has signed on as an official partner for the Olympics. Tue, 31 Mar 2015 09:32:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-airbnb-in-uk-ireland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-airbnb-in-uk-ireland/ Airbnb has appointed James McClure as the new general manager for the UK & Ireland. Previously head of emerging markets for Singapore and south-east Asia at Google, McClure brings ten years of experience in business development to grow and lead the UK market. Commenting on the appointment, Olivier Grémillon, managing director EMEA at Airbnb, said: “We are steadily growing our business arm in the UK and James is a great addition to this team.” Thu, 15 Jan 2015 11:57:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-sets-out-to-help-rid-the-world-of-strangers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-sets-out-to-help-rid-the-world-of-strangers/ Community-driven hospitality company Airbnb has today announced a unique social challenge that acts on the company’s core principles of hospitality, belonging, and opening doors around the world. As a community known for embracing the spirit of belonging, Airbnb is ringing in the new year with one audacious goal in mind: to turn strangers into friends. Tue, 30 Dec 2014 11:00:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amsterdam-and-airbnb-agree-house-sharing-guidelines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amsterdam-and-airbnb-agree-house-sharing-guidelines/ Amsterdam and Airbnb have announced an agreement that will promote responsible home sharing and simplify the payment of tourist tax for hosts in the city. Under the agreement the city and Airbnb will work together to provide hosts with clearer and more accessible information on the rules for home sharing. Airbnb will also simplify the payment of tourist tax by collecting and remitting on behalf of hosts. Fri, 19 Dec 2014 12:10:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-launches-long-term-deal-with-klm/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-launches-long-term-deal-with-klm/ After the success of the KLM aircraft apartment competition, KLM and Airbnb have announced that they will be entering into a long-term partnership. To mark the start of the collaboration, KLM and Airbnb created a competition to win a stay in a KLM aircraft apartment at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, with three lucky winners staying in the KLM plane apartment. Mon, 15 Dec 2014 12:19:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-welcomes-guests-to-once-in-a-lifetime-chateau-chenanceau-stay/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-welcomes-guests-to-once-in-a-lifetime-chateau-chenanceau-stay/ Airbnb, the world’s leading community-driven hospitality company, has announced one of France’s most popular and beautiful châteaux, Chenonceau, is now listed on Airbnb; for a once in a lifetime, one night stay. The lucky guests will get the chance to live like kings and queens behind the turrets of this Loire château, the most visited privately owned château in France. Mon, 13 Oct 2014 11:36:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/concur-brings-airbnb-and-uber-to-business-travel-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/concur-brings-airbnb-and-uber-to-business-travel-market/ Concur has confirmed Airbnb and Uber as the latest partners to join its growing platform to improve business travel and streamline expenses. With this partnership, the benefits of collaborative consumption are now available to the business world. Wed, 30 Jul 2014 08:49:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-generates-500m-for-uk-economies/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbnb-generates-500m-for-uk-economies/ Airbnb, the world’s leading marketplace to list, discover and book unique, local accommodations today released a new study highlighting the Airbnb community’s positive economic impact in the United Kingdom. Conducted in conjunction with London-based Economist, Dr. Margarethe Theseira, the study found that Airbnb generated £502 million in economic activity in the UK in one year. Thu, 30 Jan 2014 00:00:57 +0000