Airbnb brings in the man from Booking.com and Viator. That says a lot about his ambitions

Airbnb has guests, Tripadvisor has an offer. Tourist experiences are entering a new phase

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Author  Goran Rihelj

4. September 2026.
Airbnb has been making it clear for some time that it does not want to remain just a platform for private accommodation. The stronger entry into hotels, experiences and the wider travel marketplace is now receiving an important personnel extension. The arrival of Pepijn Rijvers is another signal of how Airbnb sees the next phase of its development and where it wants to attack the classic OTA model. Airbnb has appointed Pepijn Rijvers as its new Chief Business Officer, a...
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Author  Goran Rihelj

4. September 2026.