We love staying in rental homes around the world. It’s the accommodation we use most when travelling the world. Sites we love include Airbnb, VRBO, Plum Guide and pretty much anywhere where we can find special homes to rent.
Our travel itineraries and city guides feature unique Airbnbs and other vacation rentals, and we also create curated guides to the best Airbnbs, VRBOs and other rentals in locations around the world.
We’ve put together a guide with 17 top tips for finding the perfect Airbnb.
When not staying in vacation rentals, we also love hip, boutique hotels and glamping.
USA: Asheville Airbnb; Asheville VRBO; Jackson Hole; Joshua Tree; Laguna Beach; Palm Springs Airbnb; Palm Springs VRBO; Portland; San Diego; Santa Barbara; Santa Cruz; Santa Monica; Sonoma; Venice Beach; Yellowstone
UK: Bath; Brighton; Bristol; Cornwall; Cotswolds; Devon; Lake District: Liverpool; Norfolk; York; Best of UK Airbnb; Unusual UK Stays
As you know I’ve traditionally been a big fan of Airbnb (less so these days), as both a guest and host. I love being able to experience a slice of local life while also having more space and cooking facilities than you tend to get in a hotel. Don’t get me wrong, sometimes a hotel … Read more
Palm Springs, the playground for LA hipsters, is well known for its distinctive mid-century architecture and kitsch, playful style. People have gone all out creating their dream homes, and on Airbnb you have the chance to stay in one and experience the true Palm Springs lifestyle. Here’s my round-up of the best Palm Springs Airbnbs. … Read more
It’s a dream of mine to convert our garage into a cute little Airbnb house, but until that happens, here’s a round-up of the best Airbnbs in Bristol. The city’s creativity and community vibes mean there are some beautiful options to choose from with friendly hosts and styles to suit all tastes. I’ve divided them … Read more
Looking for a place to stay in San Diego? For a taste of local life, try one of these San Diego Airbnbs. It’s the shortlist I came up with when planning our San Diego itinerary, which was part of our epic one-month California road trip. I’ve broken them down into the different neighbourhoods, so you … Read more
York is one of our favourite UK cities, an enchanting living museum that evokes its medieval history at every turn. An ideal way to immerse yourself in the city’s life is to stay at a York Airbnb. From cosy listed buildings to modern apartments in converted warehouses, there are options for all tastes and budgets. … Read more
Looking for somewhere to stay in Santa Barbara? Here’s our round-up of the best Airbnb’s in California’s iconic coastal paradise. From glamorous abodes to boho dwellings, these Santa Barbara Airbnb’s demonstrate the diversity of the city, which attracts everyone from celebrities to surfers to hippies. Stay downtown to be within walking distance of all the … Read more
Asheville is the cool mountain town of the South, filled with creative, liberally minded people, craft beer, hip cafes, live music and a dazzling landscape of majestic nature. We loved every moment of our trip there during our Southern USA road trip – so much so that we wrote a post about 31 things to … Read more
Tokyo has some incredible hotels, but one of the most reasonably priced ways to stay there is to choose an Airbnb. There are all sorts of options, from traditional Japanese houses to modern apartments. And if you don’t mind sharing, you could stay in a guest room in someone’s home. We’ve curated a collection of … 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
Joshua Tree is a bohemian wilderness of otherworldly landscapes and esoteric vibes, which has lately become a hotbed for hipsters looking to escape the urban grind. Artists and the design-conscious are setting up home and creating an array of stylish cabins, many of which are available to rent on Joshua Tree Airbnb and Plum Guide. … Read more