Airbnb has introduced a trio of new launches designed to enhance the guest journey from booking to checkout.
Unveiled today, the platform’s expanded offerings include Airbnb Services, a revamped version of Airbnb Experiences, and a redesigned app that houses everything in one seamless place.
“Seventeen years ago, we changed the way people travel. More than two billion guests later, Airbnb is synonymous with a place to stay,” says Brian Chesky, Airbnb cofounder and CEO. “With the launch of services and experiences, we’re changing travel again. Now you can Airbnb more than an Airbnb.”
Airbnb Services
Delivered meals by a local chef through the new Airbnb Services
Airbnb Services brings on-demand, in-home amenities that are typically associated with hotels—like spa treatments and private chefs—to 260 cities across 10 service categories. The curated selection includes personal training, beauty services, catering, photography sessions, and more. Service providers are vetted through a quality check that evaluates experience (with an average of 10 years of experience), credentials, and reputation.
“People choose hotels for their services. People choose Airbnbs for the space,” adds Chesky. “Now, we’re giving you the best of both worlds—amazing homes with services that make them even more special.”
Airbnb Experiences
The Art of Conserving Art experience in Rome
The company has also reintroduced Airbnb Experiences, offering hyper-local programming in 650 cities worldwide. New cultural, culinary, and wellness-centric activities—all led by local hosts, including museum trips, gallery tours, F&B experiences, sports, beauty treatments, and more.
In addition, the company now offers celebrity-driven experiences through Airbnb Originals. Examples include baking with chef Raphaelle Elbaz at French Bastards bakery in Paris, playing beach volleyball with Olympian Carol Solberg, joining Megan Thee Stallion’s Otaku Hottie Quest, or spending a Sunday with NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
An all-new Airbnb app
An improved app interface for both guests and hosts (shown)
To bring it all together, Airbnb has rebuilt its app with a streamlined user interface and new tools for guests and hosts. The Explore tab helps travelers discover homes and experiences, while a retooled Trips tab and messaging system enhance itinerary planning and communication.
A new Airbnb profile also displays all the destinations a guest has traveled and the people they’ve met along the way.
For hosts, the app includes an easier setup tool to help guests submit experiences or services to Airbnb, calendar integration with Google Calendar, and centralized reservations management.
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