Hey guys, I am sure you must have heard about Airbnb. But if you have not yet experienced an Airbnb stay and want to know more about it, you are in the right place. Today, I want to share our reasons why we think that families should book an Airbnb rather than a hotel for their stay.

Airbnb is a worldwide online platform where travelers connect with the property owners for booking a Bed & Breakfast. It was founded to allow people to rent out their free home space or the whole apartment to travelers at a cheaper rate than a hotel. One can simply list their property with Airbnb and become a host. And, start hosting travelers from around the world. It is becoming one of the most popular stay options among all kind of travelers.

5 Reasons Why You Should Book an Airbnb

So, here are our 5 reasons why we feel that families traveling with kids should book an Airbnb for their stay.

1- Airbnb is cheaper and better than a hotel 

Yes, you read it right. Staying at an Airbnb is cheaper than staying at a hotel. It also depends on what type of accommodation you are looking for. Even if you book a luxury villa with a private pool, it will cost you less than booking a luxury suite at a 5-star hotel. Don’t believe me, check out yourself.

I really find it a great option if you are on a budget trip or you are on a long vacation. We booked a 2 bedroom villa in Krabi, Thailand for 4 nights and it was the cheapest yet best option we could find. And, it was beautiful. You can check my Instagram highlights for stories from Thailand. I have even shared a villa tour in stories, do check it out.

2- You, not just get a room but also a living room and outdoor sitting area and much more

So, the best thing about an Airbnb is that you get a home to stay. And, you have the liberty to choose what kind of a home you want to book. It can be a villa, cottage, apartment, bungalow or just a private room.

Orange County Cottages, Mukteshwar

We booked Orange County Cottages at Mukteshwar which had 2 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, outdoor sitting area, and a small garden. And, that too at almost half the price of the hotel. We even got our personal cook who was also the caretaker of the property.

The living room at Orange County Cottage, Mukteshwar

You can never get such spacious accommodation and that homely feel at a hotel or resort. So, when you are on a vacation with your children, you want them to be free, comfortable and happy.

3- You can cook your own meals if you stay at an Airbnb

As I mentioned above, many of the Airbnb homes have a kitchen for the guests. This is one of my personal favorite of the reasons why I would recommend Airbnb to families. So, when you are traveling with children especially babies and toddlers you worry a lot about their food.

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The kitchen space at Family Lux Villa, Krabi

I remember during our Goa trip, it was a huge task to arrange food for Nemit. I wished if I could get a small space in the resort’s kitchen to prepare no salt no sugar healthy meals for my baby. But at an Airbnb, you won’t face any such issue.

Would you believe if I tell you that we didn’t spend even a single penny on food during our 4 days at Family Lux Villas, Krabi?

4- You feel like staying at home away from home

We have never felt so comfortable during our stays on a vacation ever. During both our Airbnb stays we never felt that we are away from home. I really like the filter option on Airbnb where you can select what all facilities and amenities you want for your stay. And you get the options best matching with your requirements.

The caretaker at Orange County Cottages with his son and Nemit

If the property is small, there will usually be only the hosts or a caretaker who will look after your stay. While at a bigger property, you can expect the hosts as well as some staff at the property.

5- The hosts of the property go out of their way to make your stay memorable

Now that most of the properties are small and are meant only for a few people, you get personal treatment from them. If you are lucky to meet the hosts, they can recommend some really great places to explore nearby. When we were in Mukteshwar, our host was not there. But he made sure to keep in touch with us over message and call. While in Krabi, our hosts were so humble and down to earth that we never felt like an outsider there.

You need to stay at an Airbnb to actually experience the beauty of a home far away from home!

And, now for all my readers, here’s an invitation link to sign up at Airbnb. Click below & avail the amazing offer!

Click here to Sign up!

By using this link you will get INR 2200 off your first booking. How cool is that? Just download their app, sign up using our link, get the credit, browse and book a homestay for your family vacation.

I hope you liked this post and found it helpful. If you have any doubts or questions, you can write them down in the comments below. And, I will try to answer them to the best of my knowledge. That’s all for today!

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Have you heard of the city named Darwin in Australia? What if you have been asked to travel to Darwin for business? You will have mixed feelings as you have not heard much about the place, also you will be apprehensive as to how the stay will be. However, there’s no need to worry as several business travelers walk through Darwin and find that it has several great perks. Darwin is the capital of Australia’s Northern Territory and is a small yet cosmopolitan city. It is known for its relaxed lifestyle, balmy nights, colorful characters and unique multi-culture.

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Whether you only have a short stay booked or are staying a little longer, business travelers love staying in Darwin. There are some great options for Darwin accommodation near the airport so you can get a stress-free stay from the moment you land. With so many conveniences alongside the wild beauty, it is no wonder the spot is great for business travelers.

Let’s have a look at some of the benefits of visiting Darwin so you can know what to expect throughout your business trip.

Benefits of traveling for business in Darwin

• The people are hospitable

The service you get in Darwin is second to none. The people are friendly, happy and go out of their way to help and make you feel at home. So, when you are recovering from your jetlag, rest assured that on the whole, you’ll be treated well.

Locals love visitors and are very polite and helpful when they see a newbie. They also have a culture where you just get on and do things, so you will get the consistency of service.

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• They know how to have a good time

You know you are there for business but when the time does come to unwind, it helps if you have some options. In Darwin, there are plenty of spots where you can have a good time without getting into trouble. Generally, areas are safe and nights do not get out of hand.

• It is clean

The streets of Darwin are known to be very clean and litter-free. From the suburbs to the city, you can walk around and enjoy the pretty spotless streets as you walk to your business meetings.

• You get a good dose of nature

If you want to get out and away from the office and busy meeting schedule, there is always plenty of places to escape to. Business travelers can walk along pretty footpaths surrounded by wildlife and fresh waters.

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• They have a high standard of living

In general, there is a lot of money and investment pumped into the area. The skyline is ever evolving which makes it a great place to do business and a wonderful spot to stay.

• Easy to navigate

You are pretty much guaranteed good weather for the days you walk but for the days you do not, transport is reliable. You can get metered taxis. Buses are also frequent and downtown’s grid layout is easy to navigate via foot.

As you can see, there are plenty of great reasons as to why business travelers find Darwin, Australia wonderful. You can combine business and pleasure as you experience Darwin’s culture, people, and place in all its glory. So, now you know what to look out for when you travel to Darwin for business.

Hope you liked this post and found it helpful. Share the post with your friends and family as sharing is caring! And let me know in the comments below, would you like to visit Darwin if given a chance?

Disclaimer –  “This article is published in partnership with Mediabuzzer”

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