We’ve been fans of Airbnb since day one and it’s the accommodation we use most when travelling the world. Our travel itineraries and city guides feature unique Airbnb’s and we also create curated guides to the best Airbnbs in locations around the world. One great shortcut to finding well-designed spaces on Airbnb is to use Airbnb Plus, which we’ve written a guide to. And we’ve also put together a guide with 17 top tips for finding the perfect Airbnb.
When not staying in Airbnbs, we also love hip, boutique hotels and glamping.
USA: Asheville; Jackson Hole; Joshua Tree; Laguna Beach; Palm Springs; Portland; San Diego; Santa Barbara; Santa Cruz; Santa Monica; Sonoma; Yellowstone
UK: Bath; Brighton; Bristol; Cornwall; Cotswolds; Devon; Lake District: Liverpool; York; Best of UK Airbnb
Portland has an awesome Airbnb scene with plenty of options that go above and beyond that of other cities. Expect homemade guidebooks, local treats and A+ hospitality. It’s a creative, community-centered place, so many of the Airbnbs reflect that with hip décor and roots in the local neighbourhood. You have to have a license to … Read more
Where Route 66 ends at the iconic pier, Santa Monica has allured travelers for decades and is one of LA’s most cute neighbourhoods with a hippy yet chic vibe. It’s an obvious choice for where to stay in Los Angeles, right on the beach, and with an abundance of cafes, restaurants, farmers markets and all … Read more
Venice Beach is one of the must-sees of L.A. – a bohemian, anything goes beach enclave, filled with modern new age restaurants and trendy boutiques. We went as part of our California road trip, staying in an Airbnb near Abbot Kinney Boulevard. I’ve put together a guide to the best Venice Beach Airbnbs based on … Read more
One of the most scenic places in England, the Lake District National Park is a land of mountains, glittering lakes and picturesque, welcoming villages. It’s one of the popular holiday spots in the UK and as such there’s a wealth of beautiful Lake District Airbnbs. The Best of Airbnb: Lake District National Park I’ve curated … Read more
We spend a lot of time in Devon and are huge fans of its gorgeous coastline, wild beaches, rolling hills, cute market towns, Devonshire teas, pasties, and everything else that makes it one of the UK’s most charming holiday spots. We’ve curated a round-up of Devon’s best Airbnbs. From the coastal towns of Ilfracombe, Paignton … Read more
Cornwall is one of the most gorgeous places for a holiday in the UK. Even in the winter, it’s wild and atmospheric, and in the summer, on a sunny day, it’s simply paradisal, up there with the best of Europe’s beaches. We’re currently planning a UK road trip there, so I’ve been doing lots of … Read more
Just the name of the Cotswolds conjures up its character as one of the UK’s most charming holiday escapes. Village after village of sandy chocolate box cottages and pretty gardens make for a picturesque and peaceful escape. We’ve put together a guide to the best Cotswolds Airbnbs, including cottages, manors and unusual places to stay … Read more
Looking for somewhere to stay in Laguna Beach? Here’s our round-up of the most stylish Laguna Beach Airbnbs, from uber luxurious villas to cute seaside cabanas. Also see our guide to the best things to do in Laguna Beach. We went there as part of our ultimate California road trip, which included stops in Sonoma, … Read more
Where to stay when visiting Yellowstone National Park? Straddling Idaho, Montana and Wyoming, Yellowstone is a mighty space covering 3,468 square miles. Accommodation options inside the park are limited, so you’ll most likely want to stay in one of the towns on the edge. Airbnb is an ideal option, especially for social distancing, and there … Read more
Santa Cruz has the ocean, the city, the forest and the mountains, and no matter which one you choose, there are some gorgeous places to stay. We’ve included some hotel options in our things to do in Santa Cruz post, and here’s our pick of the best Santa Cruz AirBnBs. They’re an excellent way to … Read more
