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1 March 2021

Aussie and Kiwi women leading the way globally as Hosts on Airbnb

Aussie and Kiwi women are playing a major role in the economic recovery of their communities.
1 March 2021
22 February 2021

See What’s Possible When It’s Made Possible by Hosts

A behind-the-scenes look at the community stories that feature the magic of hosted travel.
22 February 2021
22 February 2021

Airbnb partners with farmer industry associations to grow regional tourism 

As part of a concerted effort to bring valuable tourism dollars to regional Australia and help farmers diversify their income, Airbnb has teamed up with peak farmer organisations.
22 February 2021
28 January 2021

The Most Liked Homes on Airbnb’s Instagram in 2020

Airbnb unveils the top 10 most liked images from our Instagram account in 2020.
28 January 2021
27 January 2021

Tassie hosts on Airbnb open doors to more than 47,000 summer guest arrivals

Local hosts on Airbnb are continuing to make a big contribution to Tasmania’s economic recovery efforts, accommodating tens of thousands of guests arrivals, each one supporting local jobs and businesses.
27 January 2021
16 December 2020

Myer Melbourne Lists on Airbnb for a Magical Overnight Christmas Stay

To celebrate 65 years of the iconic Myer Christmas windows display and bring some festive cheer to Victoria, Myer is offering one family an overnight stay in its flagship store
16 December 2020
Rows of vines closeup in Autumn at sunset in Victoria, Australia.
13 December 2020

Hosts roll out welcome mats to support Regional Travel Voucher Scheme

Regional hosts are set to help their fellow Victorians make the most of summer and explore their own backyard, bringing valuable tourism dollars into their local communities in the process.
13 December 2020
3 December 2020

Airbnb announces measures to help ensure safe and enjoyable New Year’s Eve

As part of ongoing efforts to crack down on party houses and other disruptions, Airbnb announced additional measures to give Australian communities added peace of mind this New Year’s Eve.
3 December 2020
18 November 2020

Supporting Western Australians

Airbnb recently launched our Let’s Get Around WA campaign, to actively encourage Western Australians to explore their own beautiful backyard and support locals in the process.
18 November 2020
12 November 2020

Tassie host Alice makes both guests and local wildlife feel right at home

Alice Papp sometimes tells her guests to think of her as “long-lost Aunty Al from Tasmania” to make them feel more at home.
12 November 2020
10 November 2020

Reinventing the great Aussie road trip

The great Aussie road trip is driving rejuvenation in hard-hit towns Australia-wide, with highways carrying this crucial tourism lifeblood from the city to the country.
10 November 2020
30 October 2020

Airbnb community helps Aussies safely explore their own backyard

As the weather warms up and Aussies plan their end-of-year getaways, hosts on Airbnb have been busy preparing for a safe and responsible summer of hosting.
30 October 2020
25 October 2020

Airbnb partners with Australian Regional Tourism

Farmers and rural communities will have a new toolkit to create world-class farm stays and build more resilient local economies through agritourism.
25 October 2020
6 October 2020

Kia Ora! Airbnb reveals the most hospitable towns in New Zealand

Opua has been named New Zealand's most hospitable destination after achieving the highest percentage of five star reviews in the country.
6 October 2020
1 October 2020

The “Mayor” of Hell Invites You to the Spookiest Airbnb Stay on Earth

Go to Hell—to become the Mayor of Hell, Michigan and stay in the spookiest Airbnb on Earth. Bookings open on October 14 at 12 p.m. EDT at airbnb.com/hell.
1 October 2020
An iconic LA crib that was featured in a popular 90's television show.
13 September 2020

"The Fresh Prince" Will Smith Invites You to a Royal Stay on Airbnb

For the first time ever, local guests are invited to chill out and relax in a wing of one of television’s most iconic homes.
13 September 2020
31 August 2020

Airbnb hosts help Tasmanians make themselves at home 

The Airbnb community is delighted to be supporting the Tasmanian Government’s proposed travel voucher scheme as an innovative way to help drive tourism within the state.
31 August 2020
26 August 2020

Work From Anywhere: How Airbnb & Guests are Approaching Remote Working

Travellers have long booked with Airbnb to immerse themselves in new communities. Airbnb is now a longer-term option for more guests who have the opportunity to work from anywhere.
26 August 2020
2 July 2020

Lights, Camera, Action: 10 Airbnbs from the big screen

Check out these Airbnbs that double as filming locales for a behind the scenes look into hit television shows and movies.
2 July 2020
Australia Snow
1 July 2020

Snow season bookings on Airbnb up as Aussies & Kiwis plan winter escapes

Aussies and Kiwis are rushing to book local snow getaways in 2020, with new data from Airbnb showing pre-season bookings up on the same time last year.
1 July 2020
18 June 2020

Introducing Airbnb Enhanced Clean

Enhanced Cleaning Protocol provides hosts guidance on how to clean, what to sanitise, and what supplies to have on hand.
18 June 2020
11 June 2020

Airbnb launches Go Near, a new campaign to support domestic travel

Airbnb today launched Go Near, a new initiative to support economic growth through local travel.
11 June 2020
2 June 2020

Australians embrace travel as restrictions ease

Australians are driving a resurgence in domestic tourism, with new data from Airbnb showing a surge in bookings, particularly in regional areas.
2 June 2020
20 May 2020

NZ domestic tourism update

Domestic tourism in New Zealand is already showing early signs of bouncing back and contributing to economic recovery, new data today released by Airbnb shows.
20 May 2020
20 May 2020

A newfound desire to rediscover our own backyard

As a nation, we’ve always prided ourselves on our resilience and ability to bounce back stronger than ever - and this time will be no exception.
20 May 2020
Two sets of clean towels rest at the end of a white bed in an Airbnb listing.
27 April 2020

Airbnb's enhanced cleaning initiative for the future of travel

Airbnb will develop a Cleaning Protocol for hosts, with guidance from the former US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy and in partnership with leading experts in hospitality and medical hygiene.
27 April 2020
22 April 2020

Literary-Inspired Experiences to Celebrate World Book Day from Home

In honor of World Book Day, Airbnb unveils ways you can enjoy reading from home through a collection of Online Experiences and inspiring homes that celebrates all things literary.
22 April 2020
21 April 2020

10 Gardening Tips Inspired by Homes from Around the World

Expert gardening hosts share their easy, at-home tips to channel your green thumb whether it’s in your yard, or indoors.
21 April 2020
17 April 2020

Inside Looking Out: 10 Views to Transport You Outdoors

Shifting lenses: Airbnb shares dreamy views and downloadable backgrounds providing a change of scenery while indoors.
17 April 2020
17 March 2020

A Message to our Hosts

The last few days have been incredibly challenging for everyone. It's our goal to be as transparent and proactive as possible. Here’s a message from our founders to our hosts.
17 March 2020
An Airbnb host couple welcome three adult guests at their front porch.
16 March 2020

More Flexible Reservations in Times of Uncertainty

Airbnb is announcing "More Flexible Reservations", a suite of tools to help hosts and guests navigate uncertainty and meet their needs to cancel or postpone their hosting and travel plans.
16 March 2020

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