THREE KEY FACTS Airbnb faces backlash in Europe over rising house prices and over-tourism, prompting stricter regulations. Paul Lewis and Jennie Brockie share tips for avoiding booking pitfalls after their European travels. Key advice includes thorough research, querying parking availability, and obtaining detailed instructions from owners.
Airbnb may be coming under siege in various parts of the world – none more so than Europe – but its short-term rentals and those of its cousins are still a fine way to avoid stiff hotel tariffs ...
if you manage your bookings carefully. We must say up front that most of the apartments we booked in Italy, France and Spain were perfectly fine and some were terrific – roomy, light, comfortable and well-appointed with the basic things travellers need (like soap in the showers). READ MORE: Best Airbnbs and Airbnb hosts in New Zealand named in Airbnb Host Awards.
