Weekday stays also grew from 63 percent in Q2 2019 to 65 percent in 2021, suggesting a considerable shift of well more than two percentage points given the drop in business travel, with company business travel budgets being cut by up to 90 percent***. Longer weekend trips with families lasting three to four days are up 70 percent from Q2 2019 to Q2 2021**, proving that this upcoming season continues to be a good time to consider hosting. With the remote work trend continuing into fall, so does the increase in trips extending beyond just a weekend. With summer winding down and seasons beginning to change, they’re now looking to connect in large-to-mid-sized cities for longer stays.Īfter making 100+ upgrades across our entire service, this past summer* US Hosts on Airbnb with only one listing have collectively earned more than $1.3 billion – some hosting while they were away and providing access to their one-of-a-kind unique stays. Reaching the biggest night ever in the US a few weeks ago–also our biggest night globally since the pandemic began–with more than 4 million guests staying on Airbnb, it’s clear guests are seeking quality time with loved ones.

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