India among Marriott's fastest-growing markets; footprint to double in 5 yearsMarriott International sees India as a key growth market. The company plans to double its hotel presence in India within five years. This e...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.06 AM IST
87% of Indian Gen Z prefer short trips & weekend breaks over long vacations: ReportThe tourism sector is undergoing a dynamic shift as a preference for trips that last under a week, with weekend breaks and short getaways d...
01 Jun, 2026, 11.18 AM IST
No WiFi, no proper roads: In Rishikesh, architect brothers built a Harry Potter-inspired mud house, complete with jungle trails and Ganga viewsA magical mud house in Rishikesh, inspired by Harry Potter's Hagrid's hut, offers a unique escape from urban life. Built by architect broth...
01 Jun, 2026, 08.17 AM IST
'Playing the long game': Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky eyes India as one of firm's biggest global marketsAirbnb is committed to a long-term strategy in India, a rapidly growing market. CEO Brian Chesky highlighted significant investments planne...
21 May, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
How to boil an egg is the top Google query in the world: Top data reveals what people are secretly searching behind closed doors and what does this trend mean?Google searches reveal a surprisingly emotional side of humanity, with millions seeking answers to basic life skills and how to support lov...
08 May, 2026, 03.35 PM IST
US stock market today: Why Dow Jones is down while S&P 500 and Nasdaq rise today — Dow crashes over 160 points as oil surges above $100 and Iran tensions rattle blue-chip stocksUS stock market today shows a sharp split. The Dow Jones Industrial Average falls over 160 points. Oil prices surge above $100. Iran tensio...
04 May, 2026, 08.29 PM IST
Maharashtra emerges as event tourism hub, Airbnb report flags surge in travel demandMaharashtra's travel scene is changing. Concerts, sports, and festivals are bringing more visitors. People are staying longer and spending ...
26 Mar, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
Airbnb shares slump 14% as weak forecast signals slowing travel demandAirbnb Chief Financial Officer Elinor Mertz said on a call with analysts on Tuesday that softness in long booking lead times was a big fact...
07 Aug, 2024, 07.35 PM IST
Airbnb slumps over 6% as gloomy Q2 forecast fans slowdown fearsAirbnb shares tumbled more than 6% in early trading on Thursday after weak forecasts for the second quarter stoked investor fears about slo...
09 May, 2024, 08.15 PM IST
Airbnb forecasts fewer bookings, lower prices in Q2; shares slumpThe company's gross booking value increased 19% to $20.4 billion in the first quarter from a year earlier, in line with a 19% increase in n...
10 May, 2023, 08.52 AM IST
Airbnb shares surge as Wall St cheers strong forecast, cost controlsThough Airbnb flagged pressures on average daily rates through the year due to higher bookings from less pricier urban areas and regions li...
15 Feb, 2023, 09.07 PM IST
Airbnb sees strong first-quarter revenue on travel demand, longer staysStrong demand helped push up prices charged by hosts, with average daily rates during the fourth quarter up 20% at $154. The company expect...
16 Feb, 2022, 07.19 AM IST
How Airbnb's CEO succumbed to an IPO he resistedAirbnb officially reached technology unicorn status in 2011, when it crossed the $1 billion valuation threshold. As Airbnb raised more mone...
20 Nov, 2020, 08.03 PM IST
Off-the-beaten-track destinations in APAC experiencing explosive growth, says Airbnb2 million guests have checked into an Airbnb listing in off-the-beaten-track destinations in Asia Pacific, a 70% growth rate year-over-year.
13 May, 2019, 02.15 PM IST
Maharashtra tourism has found a home in AirbnbThe partnership is significant as it marks the company's first revenue-sharing agreement with a state government, in this case, Maharashtra...
14 Jun, 2017, 11.13 AM IST
Airbnb to invest in branding to capture Indian market over 2 yearsThe partnership is significant as it marks the company's first revenue-sharing agreement with a state government, in this case, Maharashtra...
13 Jun, 2017, 07.20 PM IST
Airbnb signs MoU with SEWA to boost rural tourismAirbnb will use its digital platform to create awareness of SEWA homes to its community of international and domestic guests.
24 Nov, 2016, 04.45 PM IST