EP117: How Digital Nomads Use Airbnb
Summary
This article discusses how digital nomads use Airbnb, highlighting what they look for in a rental and a host. It covers a digital nomad's experience and preferences, which provides insights into catering to this specific guest segment.
Key Insights
- •Digital nomads prefer listings with at least one review.
- •Digital nomads look for co-working spaces nearby and fast internet.
- •Digital nomads often stay in one place for two months or more.
Action Items
- ✓Consider including amenities such as fast internet and information about nearby co-working spaces to attract digital nomads.Effort: lowImpact: medium
Tools & Resources
- →Hostfully.com: The episode is sponsored by Hostfully.com(hostfully.com)
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