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Massages, chefs and trainers: Airbnb adds in-home services
Airbnb is now offering some exclusive bookings
Unlocking additional income: how your home can help during tough times
Discover how to turn your property into a financial asset. With relevant insights from industry experts, learn the various ways your home can generate additional income, especially in challenging times.
Cape Town: a celebrity hotspot amid soaring living costs for locals
Discover the allure of Cape Town, where celebrities vacation and invest, but locals grapple with the rising cost of living in this beautiful yet complex city.
Airbnb Community Fund announces grants to empower over 160 organisations worldwide
Airbnb has unveiled the latest recipients of its Community Fund grants, benefiting over 160 organisations across 30 countries. With a budget of $100 million, the Fund aims to empower local communities by addressing pressing issues such as economic empowerment and environmental sustainability.
Is your holiday rental spying on you? Privacy concerns rise
Discover the unsettling trend of hidden cameras in Airbnb rentals and learn about the implications for guest privacy.
Chaos at Hogwarts: nightmare guest turns 'Harry Potter' rental into a disaster zone
Sadie, the owner of a Harry Potter themed rental, has been left reeling after a guest caused extensive damage to her property, amounting to a staggering R118,000.
Body corporates get sticky over short-term lets in Cape Town — what investors can do
Some body corporates have begun to implement stricter short-term letting rules, and with new regulations said to be coming, this may further force owners to adopt a long-term letting strategy in future. But there are ways to navigate this as an investor.
Booking blunders: online platform apologises after solo traveller’s viral scam in Cape Town
After Ariel Lyndsey shared her harrowing experience of being scammed twice while using Booking. com, the platform issued an apology.
Scam savvy: a solo female traveller’s guide to avoiding Cape Town’s accommodation blunders
Ariel Lyndsey shares her alarming experience with accommodation scams in Camps Bay, Cape Town, urging fellow travellers to verify listings before booking.
How nightmare Airbnb guests destroyed a R20 million Camps Bay property
Discover the shocking extent of damage caused by Airbnb guests at a R20 million Camps Bay property.
Unplug and rejuvenate: discover South Africa's top digital detox retreats
Discover the importance of a digital detox and explore South Africa's stunning weekend retreats that promise to rejuvenate your mind and body.
Single mom’s unique Christmas request leaves Airbnb host in a dilemma
The mom of three wanted the house to feel like Christmas morning as soon as they walked in.
Essential tips for Airbnb hosts during South Africa's holiday season
Discover five practical tips from Airbnb expert Lourandi Kriel to help navigate the busy holiday season in South Africa, ensuring a memorable experience for guests.
This is what Airbnb property owners could face as new restrictions come into effect
The South African government has unveiled intentions to regulate short-term rental platforms, including Airbnb, to strike a balance between tourism, housing, and community interests.
Get your holiday rental ready for guests: essential cleaning and maintenance tips
Discover expert tips on how to prepare your home for holiday rentals, ensuring a five-star experience for your guests.
Record-breaking festive season ahead for Cape Town's tourism industry
Discover how Cape Town's tourism sector is thriving with record visitor numbers and emerging trends for the festive season as experts predict continued growth in short-term rentals and experiential tourism.
Western Cape property boom: Demand for homes on the West Coast just keeps climbing
The average price of a house in Elands Bay was R400,000 in 2014, but 10 years later and the price of houses has sky-rocketed to R1. 25 million.
LOOK: Doja Cat offers fans a unique Airbnb experience in West Hollywood
Discover the exclusive Airbnb experience hosted by Doja Cat, where fans can explore her artistry and enjoy an intimate performance.
Why uMhlanga is becoming KwaZulu-Natal's new coastal wealth hub
Explore uMhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal’s emerging coastal paradise, where luxury living and vibrant community life attract buyers from around the world.
Experience 80's nostalgia by booking Prince's ‘Purple Rain’ house on Airbnb
Fans of Prince can now relive the magic of 'Purple Rain' by booking the iconic house featured in the film on Airbnb in Minnesota.
Expert shares 4 important tips for Airbnb hosts to consider ahead of peak travel season
Airbnb hosts have a huge earning potential, however, there are risks associated in providing short term accommodation.
South African aviation continues to soar with 4 airlines recognised for service excellence in Africa
The list for the Best Airline Staff in Africa for 2024 is out and 4 South African airlines made the cut.
Guess the staggering amount of Airbnb listings available in Cape Town?
As mother city residents continue to complain about the rental prices in Cape Town, new data shows that there are a staggering amount of active Airbnb listings.
Airbnb shares head toward record drop on weak outlook, bookings
Bookings rose 8. 7% in the second quarter to 125. 1 million, falling well below analysts’ estimates.
The Airbnb’fication of Cape Town leaves locals fuming
Airbnb has become a problem for locals struggling to cope with the lack of affordable accommodation.