Hotel industry publicly butts heads with Airbnb
The American Hotel and Lodging Association calls the site, which connects travelers with people willing to host them, ‘technically illegal.’ Airbnb is defending itself.
Over 11 million guests have had a safe, positive experience on Airbnb. We help promote positive experiences through a global trust and safety team available 24/7, authentic reviews, verified profile information, and the $1 Million Host Guarantee. The data show hotels are thriving as the sharing economy grows. We can and should work together to promote travel and tourism.
The association says it plans to take the following steps to keep people from paying to crash on other peoples’ couches:
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