July Airbnb News Update (EP 289)
Summary
This episode of Get Paid For Your Pad discusses the global accommodations market, EU transparency regulations for short-term rentals, Airbnb's increase in Instant Book listings, the site's new search tools for business travelers, Airbnb Adventures, and ways to earn points toward airline miles. Additionally, the discussion notes 70% of Airbnbs now have the 'instant book' feature and that in the European Union it is now a requirement for the site to include all fees in its prices.
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