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Tartan Army face fresh World Cup blow as US citizens gifted free tickets

American authorities are handing out thousands of free tickets for Scotland's World Cup games to kids and military veterans

The National (Scotland) · Jun 9

The Airbnb Safety Check Women Should Do Before Every Stay

For many travelers, Airbnb offers flexibility, unique accommodations, and a more local experience than traditional hotels. However, safety should never be an afterthought, especially for women traveling alone or with friends. A simple Airbnb safety check before every stay can help identify potential risks and provide greater peace of mind.…

Budget and the Bees · Jun 8

Anti-Tourism Activists in Spain Glue Airbnbs Shut and Fake Crises to Scare Off Brit Tourists

Anti-tourism activists in Spain are reportedly escalating tactics against holiday rentals, including Airbnb lockbox sabotage and fake closures, amid growing protests over tourism overcrowding.

International Business Times UK · Jun 8

'I'm proud to open the doors to my new life' – Thibaut Pinot is turning his farm into an Airbnb for the Tour de France, and it's free

Frenchman offering three-night stay at his home with barbecue and helicopter ride

Cycling Weekly · Jun 8

FIFA 2026 World Cup to boost beer sales by over 1,000,000,000 pints: Event to boost global GDP by more than $41 billion

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to significantly boost global beer consumption, with over a billion pints expected. Analysts predict a 0.3% increase in beer industry volumes. The month-long event will also drive consumer spending across hospitality, travel, and retail sectors. Billions in economic activity are anticipated, benefiting companies…

The Economic Times · Jun 6

FIFA WC 2026 set to be a free kick for tourism, retail and clothing industry

Analysts said U.S. hotel operators Marriott, Hilton and Hyatt as well as online travel platforms Airbnb, Booking Holdings and Expedia are poised to benefit from the event. Marriott sees the World Cup-driven momentum to continue in the third quarter. Airbnb expects hosts in the New York-New Jersey area, Boston and…

The Economic Times · Jun 5

When does Nigel Farage ‘speak for the nation’? When it suits him

Compare his response, or lack of, to three murders over the past decade – Jo Cox, Sarah Everard and Henry Nowak, says Guardian columnist Marina Hyde

The Guardian - UK · Jun 5

Latino Families Expected To Shape 2026 World Cup Travel Trends

Latino travelers in the United States could become one of the most influential tourism forces around the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with family trips, larger groups and neighborhood-level spending expected to shape the tournament far beyond stadium gates, according to a new report commissioned by Airbnb and conducted by Blue…

Latin Times · Jun 4

Outrage after Airbnb host allegedly refuses booking when he learns guest is Black

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The Independent UK · Jun 3

Airbnb host who offered stay in ‘peaceful white neighborhood’ sued for rejecting Black guest

Exclusive: ‘We have to call it out when we see it, and the only thing we can do at this moment is file a lawsuit,’ attorney Bataski Bailey told The Independent

The Independent UK · Jun 3