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Airbnb makes its party ban permanent

Airbnb said that since it implemented its policy in August 2020, it has seen a 44% year-over-year drop in the rate of party reports.

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Three easy ways to find hidden cameras in hotels and rental homes

Hidden cameras are often located in common household devices, such as thermostats and alarm clocks. Here are three steps to finding one during your next trip.

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Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Winnebago, La-Z-Boy, Revlon and others

These are the stocks posting the largest moves before the bell.

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Man shot in head while outside Airbnb during possible graduation party in east downtown Houston: HPD

A man is in critical condition after police said he was shot in an apparent drive-by shooting while outside of an Airbnb during a possible graduation party in east downtown Houston Sunday.

Man shot, killed during party at Airbnb in east downtown Houston: HPD

A man is dead after Houston police said he was shot during a drive-by shooting while at a party held at an Airbnb located in east downtown Houston Sunday.

Photos: WTX adobe makes Airbnb's 'most wishlisted' stays ahead of summer

Even though the property lacks air-conditioning and comes with a "summertime disclaimer," the off-the-grid desert stay in Terlingua made Airbnb's top 10 "most wishlisted" rentals.

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Airbnb ends rentals in China as country doubles down on "zero-COVID" strategy

The Chinese government has blocked foreign tourists from visiting the country since the pandemic hit in early 2020.

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Airbnb shutting down listings in China, where it struggled even before covid

Airbnb was a minor player in the Chinese market. Tujia, a larger competitor, has reportedly offered to take over its listings.

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Airbnb is closing its domestic business in China, sources say

All mainland Chinese listings — homes and experiences — will be taken down by this summer.

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Future of Work: ‘The office as we know it is over,’ Airbnb CEO says

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky believes the future of work may mean the death of the office in its current form as more people opt for remote arrangements.

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Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky shares the No. 1 trait you need to land a job there

When Airbnb announced its shift to a permanent remote work model on April 28, more than 800,000 people flocked to its career page.

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Obama, Airbnb’s Brian Chesky launch $100M in scholarships

The co-founder and CEO of Airbnb, Brian Chesky, has donated $100 million to the Obama Foundation to fund scholarships for students pursuing careers in public service and includes multiple stipends for travel.

Airbnb is renting out the iconic Moulin Rouge for three one-night stays

The historic space was established as a dance hall in 1889, featuring a cabaret show that included the first cancan performance.

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Airbnb will let users split their stays across two houses after seeing customers book longer trips since being stuck at home during much of the pandemic

In January, CEO Brian Chesky said 50% of the nights booked on Airbnb were for trips of a week or more, and 1 in 5 were for stays of a month or more.

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How to avoid getting duped by "worthless" travel insurance amid new threat of COVID cancellations

CBS News senior travel adviser Peter Greenberg said travel insurance was the top complaint among travelers during the pandemic.

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Hotels expand into Airbnb territory by offering private homes

Hotel chains have been venturing into the short-term rental market, a domain long dominated by peer-to-peer platforms.

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The 'Rendezvous Land Yacht' is a WTX Airbnb just outside of Big Bend

The Rendezvous Land Yacht is parked in the middle of the West Texas desert near Big Bend National Park and can be rented for $120 per night.

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Airbnb beats estimates with 70% revenue growth as travel rebounds

Airbnb said it's seen substantial growth in bookings despite pandemic concerns, "macroeconomic headwinds" and the war in Ukraine.

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Airbnb CEO says staff can 'live and work anywhere'

Airbnb is planning to let its employees live and work wherever they want as other firms start bringing staff back to the office.

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Tourists kidnapped at gunpoint inside Airbnb, robbed of items worth $70,000, police say

The suspects reportedly ransacked $70,000 worth of jewelry and designer goods.

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2 minors dead after mass shooting at Pittsburgh Airbnb party

At least 9 others were being treated for gunshot wounds.

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Shooting at party in Airbnb leaves 2 dead, 9 injured in Pittsburgh, city says

Pittsburgh officials said some 200 people — many underage — attended the party, and as many as 50 rounds were fired inside.

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Pennsylvania: At least 2 dead, several others being treated for gunshot injuries following Airbnb shooting

At least 10 victims are being treated in Pittsburgh for gunshot injuries following reports of multiple gunshots fired on the southeast side of the city, police said.

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Pearland’s new ordinance aims to help regulate short term rentals

The city of Pearland voted Monday night in favor of regulations for short-term property rentals.

Airbnb cancels reservations in Russia and Belarus

Home-sharing service says sanctions on the countries make bookings "untenable" in both areas.

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See inside: 5 Texas shipping container homes

Here are five Texas shipping container homes for people looking for something outside of...

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More affordable way to take your family sailing

Sailing is no longer just for the rich and famous. It’s now becoming more affordable for families in the Houston area.

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No passport? No problem! 5 travel spots where they aren't needed

Routine processing times for a passport are eight to 11 weeks. Luckily, not all destinations require U.S. tourists to carry a passport.

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Should I Rat Out My Neighbors’ Airbnb?

Buying a house just so you can rent it out on Airbnb is lame. And predatory.

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‘It feels nice to be able to do something’: Houstonians book Airbnb’s in Ukraine to donate directly to owners

Houston area residents are using Airbnb to help donate money to people Ukrainians.

Silicon Valley is pulling its most popular products and services from Russia

Silicon Valley's biggest technology companies have made it harder for people in Russia to access some of the most widely used technologies in the world.

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Katy family forced out from Airbnb, found out host was subleasing unit against the rules

One Katy family said their planned stay at an Airbnb nearly turned into them living on the streets after their host was caught breaking the rules by letting them stay in the unit.

Airbnb bookings for longer-term stays are growing, thanks to flexi work arrangements, CEO says

More people are booking longer-term rental stays because of flexible working arrangements as a result of the pandemic, says Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky.

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Cramer: 'We're not in a world of the pandemic anymore' and many companies aren't ready

"I've seen a lot of companies that were kind of banking on a little more pandemic," the "Mad Money" host said Wednesday.

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Airbnb posts $55 million 4Q profit, revenue above 2019

Airbnb has reported its second-straight quarterly profit and it says its revenue is now higher than it was before the pandemic.

Stocks making the biggest moves after hours: Airbnb, Roblox, Wynn Resorts & more

Check out the companies making headlines in after hours trading.

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Take a look: Bavarian castle in Texas Hill Country

The castle grounds feature a 40,000-gallon koi pond with a waterfall, a 9,000 gallon per...

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Kamala Harris art, 'Daily Show' lead Anthem Awards finalists

An art installation inspired by Vice President Kamala Harris, The New York Times’ “The 1619 Project” and “The Daily Show with Trevor Noah,” as well as charitable programs from Airbnb, Google, PayPal and the National Football League, are among the finalists for the inaugural Anthem Awards announced Tuesday.

Jim Cramer says Airbnb's recent weakness is a buying opportunity, likes the stock long-term

"You don't know when a growth stock will stop going down, but if it's profitable like Airbnb then it gets cheaper as it goes lower," the "Mad Money" host said.

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Airbnb will change process to fight discrimination in Oregon

Soon, Airbnb hosts in Oregon will only see the initials of some prospective renters, not their full names.

Airbnb to limit use of travelers’ names as an anti-racism experiment

Airbnb hosts in Oregon will soon be blocked from initially seeing the full names of guests, in an experiment aimed at curbing discrimination against Black travelers, the booking service announced.

Airbnb's new experiment in combatting rental bias means swapping names for initials

The project is limited to Oregon users and follows a lawsuit settlement alleging that hosts could discriminate against Black renters based on their names.

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Airbnb hides guest names from hosts to fight racial bias — but only in Oregon

The policy stems from a voluntary settlement agreement the short-term rental platform reached with three Oregon women in 2019.

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Holiday air travel in 2021 up 184% from previous year

The rush to return home is turning into a nightmare as millions of Americans try to navigate full freeways and jam-packed airports, compounded with bad weather and Omicron-fueled staff shortages.

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Airports busy with holiday travelers

Emmy Victor reports from a busy O'Hare in Chicago, where many people are traveling for a long holiday weekend.

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UK expected to remove all 11 countries from red list

The UK is expected to take all 11 African countries off England's red list, easing travel restrictions

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One of the Nasdaq 100's latest stock inductees should continue its outperformance, traders say

The Nasdaq 100 is welcoming a few new additions to its exclusive club. Which will be the biggest winners?

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Want to eat junk food and watch rubbish? You can spend a night in the "Home Alone" house — booby traps included

Merry Christmas, ya filthy animal.

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Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals: You can soon book the ‘Home Alone’ house on Airbnb for an overnight stay

The famous house featured in “Home Alone” is being listed on Airbnb.

Stocks making the biggest moves midday: American Airlines, Gap, Moderna and more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves in midday trading.

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Are you a ‘90s baby? Take a trip back in time when you book this ‘90s-themed Airbnb in Houston

Are you looking for a piece of the past? Well, you can take it back in this new 90′s-themed Airbnb home in Houston.

Travel stocks rally, stay-at-home companies plunge as pandemic wanes and tourism rebounds

Pfizer said on Friday its Covid-19 pill could cut hospitalization risk or death by 89%, and the U.S. prepares to lift international travel bans Nov. 8.

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Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Pfizer, Canada Goose, Live Nation and more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves before the bell.

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Airbnb profits surge 280% in third quarter

The company saw its highest revenue and net income ever in the third quarter.

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Airbnb vs. Expedia: Two traders debate which is the better travel rebound bet

Airbnb and Expedia report earnings after the bell. Two traders discuss which they find the most constructive right now.

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6 Tips for Avoiding an Airbnb Nightmare

Take these steps to ensure you know what you’re getting before clicking the reserve button on that cute mountain cottage or condo by the sea

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Airbnb to crack down on New Years Eve parties in the Houston-area this year

With life returning to near-normal levels since the pandemic began, Airbnb announced that they will bring stricter guidelines and crackdown on parties hosted on New Year’s Eve.

Dome sweet dome: Peek inside this geodesic dwelling for sale in the Texas Hill Country

Whatever the reason you’re here, whether you’re honest-to-goodness house hunting, you’re searching for images to tack to your dream house vision board, or you just need something to gawk at to pass the time cooped up indoors, enjoy a virtual tour of this rad Texas pad on the market.

Iconic VC firm Sequoia is breaking from the venture capital model to hold public stocks longer

Sequoia Capital said in a blog post that the 10-year venture fund has "become obsolete."

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West Seneca couple holds Roswell Park fundraiser for a second year

In 2020, we introduced you to the Hubert's from West Seneca, a family who used their tough experience to help others. One year later, they're giving back once again and the fundraiser is even bigger.

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Pakistanis celebrate cricket win over rival India

Jubilant cricket fans celebrate in Karachi to hail Pakistan's rout of arch-rivals India at the T20 World Cup in Dubai. Pakistan romped to a 10-wicket triumph, a first ever at the World Cup level over their South Asian neighbours.

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Gretchen Beyer stays positive during lupus diagnosis

A Daemen women's soccer player remains grateful and determined even though she can't be on the field.

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Twitter buys chat app founded by a serial entrepreneur who sold his first start-up to Yahoo when he was 17

Twitter announced that it has acquired a chat app called Sphere, which was co-founded by British serial entrepreneur Nick D'Aloisio.

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This trick can help you save money on vacation rentals

When traveling with a large group, booking a vacation home rental is often to go-to route to saving money as it is typically overall less expensive and more accommodating than booking multiple hotel rooms.

Stocks making the biggest moves midday: MGM Resorts, Airbnb, Enphase Energy and more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves in midday trading.

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Want to rent out part of your home? Here’s what to know.

Between the renovations, inspections, potential loans and tax implications, the process of becoming a landlord can be more than a little intimidating.

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I stayed at a ‘haunted’ Airbnb for two nights and this is what happened

To some, staying in a haunted hotel or Airbnb is a bucket list experience, but when I found out my friends booked an Airbnb in a building that used to be a psychiatric hospital, all I could think was that some ghosts were going to visit me at night.

Airbnb hosts are opening up their homes to more than 20,000 Afghan refugees. Here’s how you can get involved.

Airbnb has provided housing to more than 20,000 Afghan refugees worldwide, including here in Houston.

Airbnb shares how Houston locals can help support Afghan refugees

Airbnb has shared how Houstonians can help support Afghan refugees by providing temporary housing through its community.

Here’s your chance to win a 2-night staycation at a gorgeous “designer” Air bnb!

Houston Life is excited to offer one lucky winner a two-night staycation in this gorgeous “designer” Airbnb, courtesy of our friends at The Haus Rentals.

Airbnb cuts 2Q loss to $68 million, COVID clouds forecast

Airbnb says it lost $68 million in the second quarter, but that's smaller than losses it posted in the same quarter last year and in 2019.

This 6-ton potato in Idaho is available to rent on Airbnb

Just like the B-52's song says, you can live in your own "Private Idaho" when you snag this eclectic Airbnb rental.

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Airbnb’s rustic ‘chicken coop’ hatches honor for ‘most hospitable’ cottage in Texas

Austin hosts the 'most hospitable' tiny cottage in Texas.

Home listed as ‘get-together spot’ on Airbnb, VRBO becomes huge problem for some neighbors in Spring Branch area

Residents in the Westview Terrace neighborhood in Spring Branch gathered Friday to express their concern about what has been happening at home nearby.

Mets, under new owner Cohen, to celebrate Bobby Bonilla Day

The New York Mets under new owner Steven Cohen are embracing Bobby Bonilla Day, an annual remembrance of a famously unsuccessful contract.

Take relaxation to new heights when you spend the night in this quirky shipping container tower in North Texas

Modern live comes with its conveniences but it’s also got its fair share of stress. Chances are your phone’s constantly buzzing with breaking news, work emails, traffic alerts and the like. And even if you’ve only occasionally peeked at your phone, the stress of so many alerts and updates may have left you feeling a bit burnt out. An escape from the hubbub of city living could probably do you some good.

Heavenly hideaway: This stunning Texas rental is a converted church

Whatever the reason you’re here, whether you’re in the midst of planning you’re next getaway, you’re searching for images to tack to your unique Airbnb vision board, or you just need something to gawk at to pass the time cooped up indoors, enjoy a virtual tour of this one-of-a-kind vacation rental located in Bartlett, TX.

Peek inside: Abandoned Texas bank converted into cozy Airbnb

Calling all architecture enthusiasts, history buffs and unique Airbnb aficionados. Cross an item off your bucket list when you stay the night at this bank-turned-Airbnb in Bartlett, TX.

Bellaire considering restrictions of short-term rentals on sites like Airbnb, VRBO

The city of Bellaire is considering an ordinance that would put limits on homeowners who want to rent out their own property.

How sweet it is: See the historic Dr Pepper mansion up for rent in Texas

Were you born a Dr Pepper fan by default? Is Dr Pepper your bubbly beverage of choice? Color yourself a carbonated beverage buff? Does a visit to the Dr Pepper Museum rank high on your Texas bucket list? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we’ve found you the perfect weekend getaway -- A stunning, 135-year-old Waco home built by one of the men who introduced Dr Pepper to the world is now a rental up for grabs on Airbnb.

EaDo rooftop container home among trendiest Airbnb listings across US

Looking for a place to take a break during the summer? One Houston-area AirBnB listing is listed for rent, and it’s currently available.

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Airbnb reports 1Q loss of nearly $1.2 billion, revenue rises

Airbnb says it lost nearly $1.2 billion in the first quarter, about three times as much as it lost a year ago, as travel remains depressed because of the pandemic.

Dome sweet dome: Peek inside this geodesic rental in the Texas Hill Country

Cross an item off your bucket list when you book a night-- or two -- at this geodesic dwelling in the Texas Hill Country. Dubbed the “Black Beauty,” the airbnb is nestled on a wooded lot in Leander, TX, about 30 minutes outside Austin City Limits. Constructed in the 90s using a geodesic dome home building kit, the three-story abode was completely remodeled in 2020. Why blab on and on about these incredible accommodations when we can let these photos talk the talk for us? Scroll through the slideshow above to take a peek inside this stunning space.

Airbnb reports huge loss in first time out as public company

Home-sharing site Airbnb posted a $3.9 billion loss in the fourth quarter of 2020 as it suffered from the pandemic downturn in travel and recorded one-time costs for becoming a public company. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg, File)Home-sharing site Airbnb posted a $3.9 billion loss in the fourth quarter of 2020 as it suffered from the pandemic downturn in travel and recorded one-time costs for becoming a public company. In results released Thursday — Airbnb's first as a publicly traded entity — the company took a charge of $2.8 billion for stock compensation related to the IPO. The company did say revenue will not decline as much in the current quarter as it did in the fourth quarter of last year. Since the start of the pandemic, Airbnb has shifted its focus to beach towns and mountain destinations — outdoorsy places where the risk of contracting the coronavirus is perceived to be lower.

This Texas 7-Eleven listed on Airbnb is offering gamers the ‘ultimate one-night game-cation’

Calling all gamers, convenience store enthusiasts and unique Airbnb aficionados. Cross an item off your bucket list when you secure an exclusive stay at 7-Eleven’s newest luxury evolution store before it debuts to the public. Texas based 7-Eleven teamed up with Airbnb to offer the one-of-a-kind overnight stay, which will be hosted virtually by Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott. You’re probably wondering just how many smackeroos this once-in-a-lifetime gaming experience will set you back, right? “The ultimate gamers’ console warranted an experience just as exclusive in our newest 7-Eleven Evolution Store – our ultimate retail environment.

This was the most wish-listed Airbnb in Texas in 2020

This was the most wish-listed Airbnb in Texas in 20202020 felt cursed. Airbnb, “in the spirit of this wanderlust,” recently released a report listing the “most wish-listed” rental in each state in 2020. On the vacation rental’s Airbnb page, hundreds of comments from former guests praise the Insta-worthy accommodations. Check-in was seamless, and Danielle provided plenty of recommendations on nearby restaurants and activities.”On Airbnb, Danielle boasts the title “Superhost,” a designation reserved for Airbnb hosts considered a cut above the rest. Why blab on and on about these incredible accommodations when we can let these photos talk the talk for us?

Airbnb to block, cancel DC bookings ahead of inauguration

Airbnb says it will be blocking and cancelling reservations in the Washington, D.C. area during the week of the presidential inauguration. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)NEW YORK – Airbnb said Wednesday it will be blocking and canceling all reservations in the Washington, D.C., area during the week of the presidential inauguration. But over Presidents' Day weekend, the site lists more than 300 rentals in the Washington area. Meanwhile, a hotel labor union representing 7,200 hotel workers in the Washington area, called for hotel closures in the area to protect staff and the public. Marriott International said Wednesday that its hotels in the Washington area will remain open leading up to and through the inauguration.

Airbnb banning rioters, hate groups ahead of inauguration

Airbnb said Monday, Jan. 11, 2021, that its reviewing reservations in the Washington, D.C., area ahead of the upcoming presidential inauguration and will bar any guests associated with hate groups or violent activity. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg, File)Airbnb said Monday that it’s reviewing reservations in the Washington, D.C., area ahead of next week’s presidential inauguration and will bar any guests associated with hate groups or violent activity. Airbnb said it will warn all guests in the Washington region that it may bring legal action against them if they are members of hate groups or if they plan violent activities. Airbnb said it’s also banning from its platform anyone who engaged in criminal activity in last week’s riot at the U.S. Capitol. Democratic President-elect Joe Biden was the biggest recipient of Airbnb donations.

‘I couldn’t believe what I was seeing’: Houston woman recounts what it was like to live through the Nashville explosion

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nicole Garza and her husband, cousin and 4-year-old daughter packed their car and arrived in Nashville on Tuesday for a spur-of-the-moment holiday getaway. “Christmas Eve we baked cookies with my daughter, and we served chocolate milk and we set them out for Santa,” Garza said. A window in the Airbnb where Garza was staying popped out of the frame due to the explosion. “(The dispatcher) didn’t have answers for us. Garza said a few minutes later, they heard two smaller explosions, a woman screaming and police banging on doors nearby.

Airbnb prices shares at $68 ahead of Thursday IPO

Thirteen years after its founders first rented air mattresses in their San Francisco apartment, Airbnb is making its long-awaited stock market debut. Airbnb had initially set a price range of $44 to $50 for it shares, but raised that to a range of $56 to $60 earlier this week, indicating rising investor demand. Airbnb’s listing comes a day after another San Francisco-based company, DoorDash, soared through its initial public offering. Its stock jumped 85.8% to close at $189.51 after the company priced shares at $102 each, raising $3.4 billion with its offering. Airbnb initially planned its IPO for the spring but shelved it when the pandemic ground global travel to a halt.

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Blockbuster IPO market still calls for cautious approach

DoorDash shares surged nearly 86% above their offering price of $102 in their market debut Wednesday. Airbnb’s own market debut on Thursday could end up blowing past that. “This year had a lot of large IPOs,” said Matthew Kennedy, senior IPO market strategist at Renaissance Capital. Airbnb put off a market debut in the spring when the pandemic crippled global travel. Uber, which raised $8.1 billion in its market debut last year, has yet to get out of the red.

DoorDash delivers 86% gain in stock market debut

DoorDash shares soared in its initial public offering Wednesday, capping a year of explosive growth for the food delivery company. Powering that service are 1 million delivery drivers, who are independent and not considered DoorDash employees. But lockdown orders and the closure of indoor dining have made DoorDash indispensable for many restaurants and diners this year. DoorDash now controls 50% of the U.S. food delivery market. Skeptics thought the economics of food delivery would fall apart in less dense areas, because there was lower demand.

Airbnb hikes share price ahead of expected IPO this week

Airbnb has raised the price of its shares ahead of its initial public offering this week, betting investors will pay more given its resiliency during the pandemic. In a government filing Monday, Airbnb said it expects to price its shares between $56 and $60 each, up from a range of $44 to $50 earlier this month. Airbnb is expected to issue a final share price late Wednesday ahead of its Thursday IPO on the Nasdaq Stock Market. The new price would let the San Francisco-based home sharing company raise up to $3.4 billion in the offering. Airbnb has more than 7 million listings on its platform, run by 4 million hosts worldwide.

Houstonian creates ultimate space Airbnb in Boca Chica

One Houstonian experienced this first-hand and turned his own vision into reality -- creating the ultimate space pad Airbnb for many space enthusiasts to rent. However, 400 miles away in the rugged terrain of Boca Chica, just 8 miles from the SpaceX Launch Facility, he’s managed to create the ultimate space lover’s experience, Rocket Ranch. The multi-room ranch has a full-kitchen, coffeeroom area, living room and outside amenities, filled with decor space enthusiasts would appreciate. Photos of different planets, milestone space exploration achievements and touches of trivial space gadgets fill the space. This all started when he went to see a SpaceX launch at the Cape.

Airbnb hopes to raise up to $2.6B in mid-December IPO

Airbnb hopes to raise as much as $2.6 billion in its initial public stock offering this month, betting investors will see its home-sharing model as the future of travel. It’s a remarkable comeback for the company that delayed its IPO when the coronavirus pandemic crippled global travel in the spring. Airbnb has more than 7 million listings on its platform, run by 4 million hosts worldwide. But Airbnb has recovered more quickly than traditional hotels as travelers seek whole homes in rural areas far from crowds. Airbnb said it also expects more business people will book vacation rentals, since many can now work from home.

‘Home Alone’-themed Airbnb in Texas available for the holidays

One Airbnb host is providing a once-in-a-lifetime chance to bring the classic picture to life. The two-bedroom home in Dallas is available to rent in January 2021. The home can accommodate up to six guests with four bedrooms and one bathroom, according to the Airbnb listing. The Airbnb listing features some of the iconic moments of the movie. Plus, a free cheese pizza is delivered during the stay, according to the Airbnb listing.

Airbnb details years of losses ahead of planned IPO

The San Francisco-based company has yet to set a date for the IPO but it is laying the groundwork by filing financial records with U.S. securities regulators. Its revenue jumped 32% to $4.8 billion in 2019, but it reported a net loss of $674 million that year. Airbnb said it currently has 7.4 million listings run by 4 million hosts worldwide. Earlier this year, hosts were infuriated when Airbnb allowed guests to cancel and get full refunds amid the pandemic. Airbnb later promised $250 million to hosts to make up the shortfall.

Pack your roses: ‘The Bachelor’ mansion available for rent on Airbnb

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Dome sweet dome: This geodesic dwelling in the woods might be one of the quirkiest Airbnbs in Texas

Calling all architecture enthusiasts and unique Airbnb aficionados. Cross an item off your bucket list when you book a night-- or two -- at this geodesic dwelling in Texas.

Live like royalty for a night: You can rent out an entire castle in the Texas Hill Country -- but, it’ll cost you a king’s ransom

Cross an item off your bucket list when you rent out this castle in the Texas Hill Country. The Youngs toiled for years on their now-complete castle, set on 133 acres in the Texas Hill Country. There, they became transfixed by images of a never-built castle Ludwig had commissioned to replace the ruins of the medieval Falkenstein Castle. Inspired, the Youngs decided to bring Falkenstein Castle to life in the Texas Hill Country. Falkenstein Castle (Falkenstein Castle)Falkenstein Castle (Falkenstein Castle)Falkenstein Castle (Falkenstein Castle)Falkenstein Castle (Falkenstein Castle)Falkenstein Castle (Airbnb)Falkenstein Castle (Airbnb)Falkenstein Castle (Airbnb)Falkenstein Castle (Falkenstein Castle)Falkenstein Castle (Falkenstein Castle)Falkenstein Castle (Falkenstein Castle)Falkenstein Castle (Falkenstein Castle)Falkenstein Castle (Falkenstein Castle)Falkenstein Castle (Airbnb)Falkenstein Castle (Airbnb)Falkenstein Castle (Airbnb)Falkenstein Castle (Airbnb)Falkenstein Castle (Airbnb)Falkenstein Castle (Airbnb)Falkenstein Castle (Airbnb)Falkenstein Castle (Airbnb)Falkenstein Castle (Airbnb)Falkenstein Castle (Airbnb)Falkenstein Castle (Airbnb)What do you think about this Airbnb?

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