Airbnb

Airbnb is an online marketplace that connects hosts offering accommodation, activities, and services with guests across more than 220 countries and regions. Founded in 2007, the platform has grown to encompass over 9 million active listings in more than 150,000 cities and towns worldwide. Its core products include Airbnb Stays, which facilitates short-term rental bookings, and Airbnb Experiences, which allows hosts to offer activities and events to travellers.

The scale of the operation is considerable. Airbnb has facilitated over 2 billion guest arrivals and has paid out more than $300 billion to hosts globally since its inception. In the United States alone, a typical host earned approximately $15,000 in 2024. The company has also remitted over $17 billion in taxes to governments around the world.

Airbnb operates across a broad geographic footprint, with listings spanning nearly every country. Its non-profit arm, Airbnb.org, has provided emergency housing to over 250,000 people. The company positions itself as community-driven, with stated commitments to inclusive practices, sustainability, and innovation across its hospitality and tourism verticals.