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AirBnB

If your host cancels last minute Airbnb will hang you out to dry

Title: What to Do When Your Airbnb Is Canceled Last Minute: A Traveler’s Guide to Navigating Closures and Protecting Your Plans A recent experience in Chicago highlights the challenges travelers can face when an Airbnb cancellation occurs close to a booked trip. Here’s a practical, professional look at what happened, what it means for guests,…
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My host left me a terrible review. Was I a bad guest? [NL]

Title: Was I a Bad Guest? A Host’s Harsh Review Sparks Reflection on Airbnb Etiquette A two-week winter stay in an Amsterdam-area Airbnb left a guest puzzled by a review that seemed at odds with her intentions and circumstances. She sought feedback on whether her behavior as a guest could have justified the host’s strong…
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Isolating at my own AirBnB makes me want to stop hosting

Isolating at an Offsite Rental: A Shift in Perspective for a Host A long-standing host’s retreat from the busy workflow of hosting offers surprising clarity. Located two and a half hours from New York City, this Airbnb rental sits in a convenient distance for potential evacuees, yet the owner chose to pass up several extended…
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Why do so many hosts want me to live, laugh, love?

Why Do Some Hosts Emphasize “Live, Laugh, Love” in Their Listings? A recent observation has left me curious: in a small sample of about ten guest stays, several hosts displayed the phrase “live, laugh, love” prominently—essentially as a directive on the wall. This raises a few questions about how common this sentiment is and why…
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My tenant listed my property up on Airbnb without consent against lease terms. Airbnb won’t help [Los Angeles]

Title: How to Handle an Unauthorized Airbnb Listing by a Tenant: A Practical Guide for Los Angeles Landlords Introduction Renters who sign long-term leases expect stability and compliance with lease terms. When a tenant sublets or lists a property on Airbnb without consent, it can create financial and legal headaches for the landlord. This article…
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Host came to house unannounced and took pictures of us

Title: Unannounced Host Visits, Unexpected Fees, and Privacy Concerns in an Airbnb Stay Overview A recent weekend gathering turned difficult after friends booked a six-person Airbnb for a wedding-related trip. After the event, one guest briefly stopped by to call an Uber, and another couple rested at the property before driving home. The host later…
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Airbnb cancels our 3 months stay TWO DAYS before check in. I’m 35 weeks pregnant with a toddler and now we’re homeless. What are our options ? [Ontario, Canada]

Airbnb Cancellation Two Days Before Check-In Leaves Expectant Mom with Toddler Homeless: What Are Our Options in Ontario, Canada Overview A pregnant mom at 35 weeks, planning a three-month stay near family and her preferred birthing hospital, faced a last-minute Airbnb cancellation just two days before check-in. With a toddler in tow and precious little…
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Host declined me for asking to see the lease before booking

Host declined my request to view lease before booking I feel like I narrowly escaped a risky situation. While planning a month-long work-from-anywhere stay in a beach town, I found a charming rental that appeared well-suited to my needs. The listing indicated that signing a lease was a requirement. This struck me as reasonable, given…
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General question for hosts – why so stingy with towels? [hou,tx]

General Question for Hosts: Why Are Towel Provisions So Limited? I recently stayed at a few rental properties and noticed a common pattern: guests are often given only a single towel and a single washcloth for multiple days. In one instance, there wasn’t even a washcloth available. I understand the concerns about guests using an…
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Is this a normal/reasonable response to asking for more toilet paper?

Is This a Reasonable Expectation for Toiletries in an Airbnb? A recent exchange between a guest and a host highlights a common travel dilemma: how much in-room essentials should a guest reasonably expect, and who should supply them? The guest contacted the host to request additional toilet paper, noting that their 9-day stay seemed to…
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