Airbnb exceeded expectations: revenues increased by 17 percent, hotels grow three times faster than private accommodation

While the world's largest travel platforms are announcing strong business results one after another, Airbnb confirmed in the second quarter of 2026 that the fine...

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Author  Goran Rihelj

7. August 2026.
While the world's largest travel platforms post strong business results one after another, Airbnb confirmed in the second quarter of 2026 that global travel demand shows no signs of slowing down. However, behind the financial results there is perhaps a more important message: Airbnb is rapidly transforming from a platform for private accommodation into a complete tourism platform that wants to compete for...
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Author  Goran Rihelj

7. August 2026.