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April 23, 2019

Giant Idaho potato prop converted into Airbnb rental

A 6-ton potato has been converted into an Airbnb in Idaho after touring the U.S. for 6 years.

April 9, 2019

New York Democrats propose new bill cracking down on Airbnb, other home-sharing sites

New York state Democratic legislators announced a new bill Tuesday that would regulate home-sharing platforms like Airbnb and HomeAway.

April 3, 2019

Louvre Museum sleepover? Airbnb contest gives winner rare night inside famous landmark

Airbnb has a new contest and this time the winner will spend a night in the Louvre Museum.

January 17, 2019

Renting your home? Here's 7 things a traveler never want to see

Many homeowners attempt to rent out their home on sites such as Airbnb, but not all do it right. Here are a few common mistakes that can kill your business.

December 14, 2018

New Orleans city council member moves to ban 'whole home' vacation rentals

Kristen Gisleson Palmer's measure had been awaited with dread by some property owners who own short-term rental properties.

October 10, 2018

Airbnb 'super host' crashes through window of rental home, terrifies travelers: 'I reacted like we were under attack'

A Boston couple flew 3,000 for a relaxing vacation in California, only to find themselves in the middle of holiday nightmare.

August 10, 2018

Airbnb threatens to ban users participating in 'Unite the Right' rally

"We acted in advance of last year's horrific event in Charlottesville and if we become aware of similar information we won’t hesitate to do so again," the service says.

August 9, 2018

Airbnb cancels Great Wall of China sweepstakes following backlash from Chinese social media

“We have made the decision to not move forward with this event and instead we are working on a range of other experiences and initiatives that showcase China as a destination," the company wrote.

August 2, 2018

Airbnb offering bedroom at Great Wall of China, but there's a catch

The unique Airbnb experience can only be won by contestants who submit short essays.

May 7, 2018

Filmmakers say they were stopped by police outside Airbnb rental because they are black

The officers also told the group that a helicopter was “tracking” them at the time, with other cops having already locked down the neighborhood.