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Airbnb removes hidden fees like cleaning fees, service fees and taxes
Like anyone who has used Airbnb probably already know, the initial price is just the beginning. Additional costs such as cleaning fees, service charges and taxes can be exorbitant - sometimes amounting to hundreds of pounds or dollars -…
EU wants Airbnb and co to pass rental house data
The EU this week proposed rules requiring Airbnb and similar companies to share with authorities the identity of hosts renting houses and apartments to tourists.
It is hoped that this data will give mainland cities an idea of how much…
Travel in Europe is shifting towards sustainable tourism, Airbnb report reveals
Airbnb's newly introduced options have impacted overly touristy destination bookings and peak dates need to be distributed more evenly, with the aim of sustainable tourism.
According to a press release from the accommodation platform, by…
Short-term rentals must be properly regulated
The Cyprus Tourism Business Association (STEK) issued a warning on Thursday of the dangers posed by short-term rentals, saying the rapid expansion of such practices in Cyprus must be addressed by a number of practical solutions.
"Given…
Hotel vs rental: When does it make sense to book one over the other?
Robert Malcolm is heading to Las Vegas this fall and after weighing options for staying in a hotel or an Airbnb rental, he's looking into booking a hotel."Basically, it's the Airbnb fees that kill you," the 38-year-old said. If you're…
10 tech startups with huge potential in 2022
With Echonous recently snagged $57 million agreement to develop portable bedside ultrasound devices, the race within the medical technology startup industry has intensified. People of all ages have been seduced by the world of startups…
How to spend a weekend in Stockholm
For sophisticated cuisine, book a table at gastrology on Artillerigatan, which serves contemporary Swedish dishes in a minimalist dining room, or visit the Michelin-starred restaurant Ekstedt on Humlegårdsgatan for wood-fired meat, fish and…
This ‘Blockbuster Speakeasy’ Reimagines the ’90s Video Store Experience as a Bar
Your membership card is your drink ticket, just browse the classic VHS tapes and bring one to the counter to order your drink.<img class="caas-img caas-lazy has-preview" alt="Courtesy of BucketListers Blockbuster…
How I earn $100,000 in monthly income by renting boats on GetMyBoat
Model Patxi Areitio rents seven boats on the GetMyBoat boat rental app in Miami, Florida.
During the summer, he can earn up to $100,000 in income per month, but…
The best Airbnbs in Oakhurst, Mariposa, West Yosemite and more
It's time to put on some practical clothes, put on your hiking boots, and pack some mid-ride snacks—Yosemite National Park is calling your name. One of the most spectacular areas of natural beauty in all United States of AYosemite has…
Lionel Messi launches SF-based investment firm
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Lionel Messi, one of the most recognizable names in the sports world, is moving to Silicon Valley. But you'd be forgiven for assuming it's always been there.
The Argentinian football star is one of the richest celebrities in the…
2 ASU students among 100 recipients of new Obama Foundation scholarship
October 14, 2022
The price includes travel for students engaged in public service careers
A new scholarship created by the Obama…
Rent the cottage from ‘Hocus Pocus’ on Airbnb
Courtesy of Helynn OspinaWe're so immersed in a world where a significant percentage of movies and shows are reboots (or prequels or legacies) that there are even shows now about rebooting a show. However, that wouldn't happen if there…
‘the library’ is a renovated triplex in barcelona
'The Library', a dynamic and breathable four-storey house LoCa Studio recently completed "The Library", a renovated four storey house in Barcelona, Spain. Named after the owner's love for the vibrancy of the city and the need for a…
KCM editors have compiled a list of their must-have travel essentials
We open our suitcases to reveal our best kept vacation secrets.
Free time is quite a necessary balm for life. If you're feeling burnt out, struggling to draw boundaries in the workplace, or craving some family…
Times wins 10 Lowell Thomas Awards
The Times has won 10 Lowell Thomas Awards from the Society of American Travel Writers, among the highest honors in travel journalism.
"It's truly a wonderful recognition of the efforts of everyone on the desktop to find and tell…
I worked at Apple for 10 years – here’s what Steve Jobs taught me about how to be…
By Justin SantamariaIllustrations by Ash LambFrom 2003 to 2013, I was an engineer at Apple, where I led the teams that built FaceTime, iMessage, and CarPlay.Working closely with Steve Jobs was an opportunity I will never forget. He was a…
OCEANIA CRUISES ANNOUNCES WORLD AND MAJOR VOYAGES 2024-2025
A 180-day world cruise and seven epic grand voyages are open for sale on September 14MIAMI, September 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises, the world leader in food and destination-focused cruises, has announced its most…
Traveling to Europe? Airbnb alternatives to consider
Airbnb, the biggest player in the short-term home rental market, has recently received its fair share of criticism.Local towns pushed back against the rental giant that is exacerbating the housing crisis and destroying their sense of…
Raleigh ranks second on Airbnb Labor Day Trending Cities
By Anna Beth Adcock and Lauren Kruchten | Photos courtesy of Airbnb
Raleigh nabbed Airbnb's second-most trending US cities for Labor Day weekend. Here, some local Airbnbs to rent for a stay.
The unofficial end of summer, Labor Day weekend…
Brit left stunned by crude anti-tourist graffiti in Spanish town – but not everyone is on her…
A WOMAN was shocked by anti-tourist graffiti while on holiday in Barcelona - but not everyone is against it.
Louise Beilby posted the video on TikTok while on vacation in the Spanish city with her husband.
4A tourist was stunned by the…
Netflix with ads may not come with offline viewing
Upcoming Netflix ad-supported level may not be the best streaming option for commuters and other viewers who frequently watch on the go. Developer Steve Moser discovered text in the service's iPhone app code that says "Downloads available…
Microverse Remote Coding School Doubles Down on Assessment with Series A Expansion
Barcelona-based distance coding school Microverse today announces a $4 million expansion to its $12.5 million Series A, doubling the company's valuation. The extension comes from existing investors Northzone,…
Airbnb reveals the most popular US travel destinations for Labor Day weekend
Home rental company Airbnb recently conducted a survey, hereshowing the most popular destinations over Labor Day weekend.
Although some are still planning summer trips, Labor Day is fast approaching and…
When LA runway stars Quincy Watts and Kevin Young set the gold standard 30 years ago
The following is an excerpt from a story about Quincy Watts and Kevin Young, their Los Angeles roots, and their rise to athletics fame 30 years ago.If it had been Olympic champion and former world record holder Kevin Young, he would have…
Airbnb set to report earnings amid soaring inflation
Airbnb (ABNB) announced strong financial results Tuesday, meeting analysts' revenue expectations and beating them slightly on earnings per share. However, the company missed expectations for nights and "experiences" booked.Shares fell 8%…
Pressure mounts on Brussels to comply with Airbnb rules – POLITICO
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Tourism is back, and so is cities' irritation with platform-driven tourism.
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My favorite Airbnb: an airy apartment in Barcelona with a double balcony and lots of light
It was a moment that my partner and I had dreamed of since booking our trip to Barcelona: a real Spanish Vermouth Timesipping the herbal cool drink as the sun sets and lingering over a selection of Catalan cheeses and olives before the…
Jamie Lee Curtis Confronts Michael Myers Again in ‘Halloween Ends’ Trailer
end of halloween - Credit: YouTube/Universal PicturesLaurie Strode is still battling masked killer Michael Myers. In the first trailer for the upcoming sequel Halloween ends, Jamie Lee Curtis resumes her role as Laurie for a final showdown…
Airbnb offers six travelers a 19-day train tour of historic homes in Europe
With the growing popularity of train travel in Europe, Airbnb has just announced an opportunity to win the train trip of a lifetime.The hospitality hub has teamed up with Interrail on the rail carrier's 50th anniversary to deliver an epic…