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15 April 2021

Trust and safety updates for the responsible recovery of UK tourism

An update on how we're preparing for the responsible recovery of UK tourism.
15 April 2021
9 April 2021

Airbnb sets out commitments for responsible tourism recovery

Ahead of the reopening of self-contained accommodation, Airbnb has set out its commitments and suite of tools to support authorities and communities through the tourism recovery.
9 April 2021
8 April 2021

Welsh Town Named Top Trending UK Destination on Airbnb

Saint Clears in Pembrokeshire is named the top trending destination for Brits on Airbnb as restrictions ease across the UK
8 April 2021
1 April 2021

Airbnb Removes or Suspends 1,000+ Listings in UK Party Crackdown

Airbnb removed or suspended a further 200 listings in the UK following a crackdown on so-called ‘party houses’.
1 April 2021
26 March 2021

Supporting the Asian and Pacific Islander Community

We condemn racism, and denounce the violent acts that continue to happen to the Asian community across the world.
26 March 2021
19 March 2021

Reflecting on the past 12 months

One year ago, the World Health Organization officially declared COVID-19 a pandemic and soon after, the UK entered its first national lockdown.
19 March 2021
15 March 2021

Amanda Cupples to lead Airbnb in Northern Europe

Amanda Cupples has been appointed as the new General Manager for Northern Europe.
15 March 2021
15 March 2021

Winchester “Pigsty” topples Greek cave to be named Airbnb’s most wishlisted

Airbnb’s top 21 most wishlisted homes by Brits for 2021 are all situated in the UK
15 March 2021
2 March 2021

Brits Turn to Hosting to Capitalise on Staycation Demand

The UK is beginning to look forward to a brighter summer
2 March 2021
24 February 2021

New Flexible Search Gives Guests More Ability to Fit Travel into Life

We’re rolling out a new feature that provides guests with flexibility when searching.
24 February 2021
24 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.
24 February 2021
LGBTQ activist and Experience host, Aisha, in London
15 February 2021

Celebrate and explore LGBT+ History Month with Online Experiences on Airbnb

For history buffs and novices alike, hosts on Airbnb are offering Online Experiences exploring LGBTQ history and culture
15 February 2021
11 February 2021

Airbnb launches Neighbour Support Line for Irish communities

Airbnb has announced the launch of its Neighbour Support Line in Ireland.
11 February 2021
11 February 2021

Airbnb launches Neighbour Support Line and joins forces with Crimestoppers

Airbnb has announced the launch of its Neighbour Support Line in the UK and a partnership with Crimestoppers.
11 February 2021
3 February 2021

Airbnb partners with RB, the makers of Dettol

The partnership provides access to Dettol products and disinfection solutions for hosts on Airbnb in more than 20 countries, including the UK
3 February 2021
26 January 2021

Airbnb calls on Scottish Parliament Committee to protect home sharers

Airbnb is calling on the Scottish Parliament’s Local Government and Communities Committee to challenge the disproportionate regulations proposed by the Scottish Government.
26 January 2021
19 January 2021

Brits dreaming of Zanzibar, Koh Samui, and Bora-Bora during Lockdown 3.0

January has seen Brits wanderlusting over homes in far-flung destinations, as lockdown restrictions continue to limit travel
19 January 2021
14 January 2021

Scots call for pause on regulations that could harm tourism recovery

Scots believe that tourism will be critical to the country’s post-Covid recovery and are calling on the Government to pause new laws that could damage the industry.
14 January 2021
21 December 2020

Urgent Support Line Available to Help Protect UK Community

After a successful pilot, today we’re announcing the rollout of our Urgent Support Line to Airbnb users who have selected English as their primary language.
21 December 2020
9 December 2020

Airbnb Rings the Bell with Hosts in Every Time Zone

We want to share our deep gratitude for the hosts who make Airbnb, Airbnb. Hosts share their homes, communities and passions, and make the world feel a little bit smaller.
9 December 2020
8 December 2020

Airbnb announces New Year’s Eve party prevention measures

As New Year’s Eve approaches, Airbnb is deploying more stringent restrictions on potential reservations that may pose heightened risk for parties.
8 December 2020
26 November 2020

Scottish short-term let proposals will still the beating heart of tourism

The Scottish Government has set out its proposals for short-term lets and here’s what we think.
26 November 2020
12 November 2020

Brits with Barclays Mortgages now able to host on Airbnb

Barclays has announced that all of its new and existing customers are now able to rent their property on Airbnb.
12 November 2020
6 November 2020

Airbnb Removes, Suspends 800+ Listings in UK Party Crackdown

Airbnb has removed or suspended more than 800 listings in the UK following a crackdown on so-called ‘party houses’.
6 November 2020
5 November 2020

Airbnb Bookings in England Restricted for Lockdown Period

New bookings on Airbnb made for stays until Wednesday 2 December in England will be subject to new temporary restrictions.
5 November 2020
30 October 2020

Buy Black Marketplace: Celebrating Black-Owned Businesses in our Community

Airbnb’s European Black employee resource group, known as Black@ ERG, launched Buy Black Marketplace in London and Dublin for the first time ever to celebrate Black History Month.
30 October 2020
22 October 2020

Short-Term Lets Proposals Could Risk 17,000 jobs in Scotland

Proposals from the Scottish Government to regulate short-term lets could put 17,000 jobs at risk in Scotland.
22 October 2020
22 October 2020

Short-Term Lets Proposals Could Risk 17,000 jobs in Scotland

Proposals from the Scottish Government to regulate short-term lets could put 17,000 jobs in Scotland at risk.
22 October 2020
20 October 2020

Bed Inspo from Airbnb for the Extra Hour of Sleep

Clocks are set to go back on Sunday 25th October, marking the end of British Summer Time and (more importantly) giving us all an extra hour in bed.
20 October 2020
16 October 2020

BritainThinks report shows stakeholder concern for Scottish STL regulations

A new report by BritainThinks highlights concern amongst Scottish stakeholders for proposed short-term let regulations
16 October 2020
16 October 2020

Celebrate Black History Month with Online Experience Hosts on Airbnb

Airbnb is shining a spotlight on some of the black hosted Online Experiences on the platform, where guests can celebrate, discover and explore black history and culture from home.
16 October 2020

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