Tell me about your experience booking an Airbnb.
According to Airbnb, on any given night, 2 million people stay in homes on Airbnb in 81,000 cities all over the world. Have you been one of their guests in the past?
If you have never traveled using Airbnb as an alternative to hotel bookings, ask friends and family about their experiences, or do some research online.
When you are interested in joining a new company, you should experience their service firsthand, if possible, before your interview. Keep your reply positive and reinforce what you believe Airbnb does best.
"I have not had the opportunity to travel with Airbnb; however, this Christmas, I reserved a one-bedroom unit for my parents in my condo building. It was cool because I met a new neighbor and was able to support their Airbnb hosting business at the same time! My parents loved the concept and the fact they were close to me without having to stay in an impersonal and expensive hotel."
"I can't remember the last time I stayed at a hotel. Honestly, Airbnb is the only type of lodging that I book. I rented two places in the San Francisco area in the past year - one, a townhome downtown, and the second, a more secluded vacation home off Muir beach. Although both experiences were vastly different, my time was equally enjoyable. The hosts were kind and left a bottle of wine for us upon our arrival and were very easy to communicate with over the Airbnb platform. I love Airbnb and always recommend it to my friends and family. For anyone new to the platform, I'll take time to walk them through it. I have converted many people to this method of travel."
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Anonymous Answer
My experience booking with Airbnb has always been positive and unique. On a recent trip to Chicago, We booked a house in the heart of the city. The booking process was straightforward and intuitive, embodying Airbnb's 'Every Frame Matters' principle. I was able to communicate directly with the host, who provided local insights and recommendations, reflecting the 'Be a Host' ethos. The feeling of living like a local, in a home away from home, truly enhanced my travel experience. It was not just about accommodation, but about experiencing the local culture in a personal and authentic way. This resonated strongly with the 'Embrace the Adventure' spirit and has left me a fan of Airbnb's unique travel philosophy.
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It's great that you had a positive experience you can share and could tie in some of the values and principles of Airbnb!
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