More and more in our travels we are looking for something like this or just want to save money, and therefore we choose the Airbnb service to rent not just a place where you can sleep (like in a hotel), but something more. For example, I lived in Istanbul in a cool shelter of a popular DJ, my friends in a ship house in Amsterdam, and acquaintances in a tree house in the USA. And all this for the price of a regular hotel room. But Airbnb has a number of rules that help not to make a mistake with the choice and our reader Olga Keeb shares them with you.
10 tips for those who are just thinking of using the airbnb travel site. The site has a fairly simple interface and it's not difficult to figure it out, but there are some tricks that for some reason they don't write about.
Verified photos
When choosing a place, pay attention to the photo in the ad. The Airbnb sign in the upper right corner of the photo means that the photos were uploaded to the site by the host. And the Verified Photo sign says that an Airbnb photographer was in this place and did a photo shoot. That is, the photo exactly corresponds to reality.
Response rate
This indicator indicates how often the landlord responds to requests. If you want to get an answer as quickly as possible, then you should choose the owners who have this indicator above 90. This figure is under the photos of the owner in the ad.
When was the calendar last updated
Information about how often the owner logs into his profile and updates the calendar. If the owner has not updated the calendar for more than a year, perhaps he should not write.
Communication with the owner
The more friendly you communicate with the owner, the more pleasant your vacation will be. This is the law! It is very important to discuss with the host before the trip all the details that you are interested in. Is there wi-fi, is it possible to use the kitchen, how quickly can I get to the city center from this apartment, and so on.
Security deposit
The security deposit was invented for the safety of the owners so that they do not worry about their property. Some ads don't have it, and where there is, it's usually not great. After you leave your place of residence, the deposit is returned to the card (provided that you left the apartment intact). The term of return to the card is determined by your bank. You can always consult in advance so as not to worry.
Reviews
Most ads have reviews. They are always useful to read. Travelers who have lived in this place honestly write about how they spent their time there. If there are no reviews in the place you have chosen, then don't worry. Just ask all the most important questions for you on his website so that you understand exactly where you will live.
Reviews to the owner
Do you want to know who exactly you are going to? Read what other users are saying about him. You can find out about his character and manner of communication with guests.
Social connections
In the search, you can check the box next to the function «Social Connections » and see where your friends have already stayed.
Free travel
You can start renting out your accommodation and receiving guests from Airbnb, and travel around the world for free with the money you earn. In order to start receiving guests, you do not need a mansion or a castle. Even an air mattress, a cot or a sofa can be a great offer on the website. Placing ads is free, so you don't lose anything. To do this, prepare the name of the ad, description, photo and price. Upload all this to the website and wait for the guests.
Mobile application
You can also do all this using a mobile device.
