Airbnb stock tumbled after the company predicted slowing demand. Some Airbnb fans say they now favor hotels' consistency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Airbnb stock tumbled 14% in one day after the company predicted slowing demand.
  • Some former Airbnb diehards say they now prefer the consistency of hotels.
  • Airbnb said it might increase travelers’ ability to book hotel rooms through Airbnb.
  • gangdinesout@lemmy.world
    5·
    2 months ago

    I had a similar experience with VRBO. My family booked way in advance to see the eclipse, and the host ended up cancelling it a couple weeks before the stay. No penalties for them. I suspect they realized they could charge way more than what we were paying.