Airbnb Hosting EP 174 This Week in the World of Airbnb
Summary
AI-generatedThis episode discusses Airbnb's new partnership with Concur, which allows business travelers to book stays, and Google's test to include vacation rentals in its hotel search. Hosts can learn how to optimize their listings for business travel and improve their search ranking.
Key insights
Google is testing the inclusion of vacation rentals in its hotel price-comparison tool, which could expose rentals to more travelers, though Airbnb listings were not initially present in the test.
Mistakes to avoid
New hosts may experience a drop in bookings after an initial 'new listing' boost if they do not actively work on getting bookings and reviews during that early period.
Tools & resources
Pawshakeplatform
Pawshake is a platform described as an 'Airbnb for pets', connecting pet owners with pet sitters.
Frequently Asked Questions
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