Friends outraged after Airbnb host cancels booking because of where they're from - The Mirror
Summary
An Airbnb host canceled a booking due to the guests' origin, causing outrage. Hosts should be aware of potential discrimination issues and ensure their booking practices comply with non-discrimination policies to avoid legal issues and reputational damage.
Action Items
- ✓Review your Airbnb House Rules and booking practices to ensure compliance with non-discrimination policies.Effort: lowImpact: medium
- ✓Familiarize yourself with local and platform-specific non-discrimination policies to avoid complaints and potential penalties.Effort: lowImpact: medium
Common Mistakes
- ⚠Canceling a booking based on the guests' origin could lead to legal repercussions.
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