It’s been one year since New York enacted a law that barred most whole-apartment rentals for short-term stays on platforms like Airbnb. Since then, the number of stays under 30 days has plummeted in the city, but Airbnb is raising questions about whether the lawmakers’ stated goals—lowering rents and opening up apartments for full-time residents—have … Read more
A Harry Potter enthusiast has left fans of the franchise spellbound by showcasing an ‘amazing’ Airbnb that is entirely themed around the beloved series. Devotees of the wizarding world can already immerse themselves in the magic at the Warner Bros. Harry Potter Studio Tour in London, or The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal … Read more
Short-term rentals can function as a quick release valve for a city expecting an influx of visitors, increasing capacity for a short time nearly instantly. In fact, despite the usual hype around the Olympic Games, there are still many places to stay in Paris this summer. A search on Airbnb for a two-person stay during … Read more
Taylor Swift fans are well aware that The Eras Tour is just a matter of weeks away from finally arriving in the UK. Beginning in Edinburgh on June 7, Taylor Swift will finally hit Great Britain to play songs from throughout her career to countless fans. Along the journey, she’ll be hitting most of the … Read more
Photo: Justin Casterline (Getty Images) For the folks that come to the Indy 500 by car, you have a handful of parking options at the Speedway. If you’re a thinking man who plans in advance, you might have purchased parking tickets for the infield, or for one of the official parking lots across from the … Read more
West Eleventh residences, a luxury building in downtown Miami slated to break ground this summer, promises “endless indulgences.” It will feature an entertainment center, food hall, and a resort pool with private lounges—no amenity is spared. But these condos are designed to lure more than just Miami residents. The tower is part of a new … Read more
This might make Airbnb renters rest easier — on Monday, the company announced a policy change that will globally prohibit hosts from using security cameras inside the properties they’re renting. The rule, which will be enacted on April 30, comes as an attempt by the San Francisco-based online rental platform to “simplify” its policies and … Read more
Airbnb is banning the use of indoor security cameras in listings globally, the short-term rental platform announced on Monday. Previously, Airbnb allowed hosts to have indoor security cameras in common areas — as long as the devices were clearly disclosed on the listing page and placed in visible spots in the home. Indoor security cameras, … Read more
Airbnb will start banning the use of indoor security cameras in all listings globally at the end of next month, the company announced Monday. The goal of the policy shift, the company said, is to “simplify our policy on security cameras” while continuing “to prioritize the privacy of our community.” The revised policy also comes … Read more
Airbnb will soon ban hosts from watching their guests with indoor security cameras, as the company is reversing course on its surveillance policies. As of April 30, hosts around the world must remove indoor cameras and disclose other outdoor monitoring tech to guests before they book. Airbnb previously allowed hosts to install security cameras in … Read more
