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Tourpreneur Tour Business Podcast

Can Airbnb's Third Attempt at Experiences Succeed?

Sep 20, 2024
Airbnb's ambitious push into the experiences market faces a mix of excitement and skepticism. After previous setbacks, the company is determined to refine its offerings, emphasizing collaboration with tour operators. Challenges include pricing strategies and the risk of relying on non-professional hosts. The importance of API connectivity and curating high-quality experiences is also highlighted. Can Airbnb leverage its brand and resources to finally succeed in this competitive arena? The conversation dives deep into what needs to change for this venture to thrive.
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Quick takeaways

  • Airbnb's previous failures in offering experiences raise skepticism about their current strategy's effectiveness and innovation amid market challenges.
  • The success of Airbnb's experiences hinges on balancing affordable pricing with quality service to maintain their premium brand image.

Deep dives

Airbnb's Re-Entry into Experiences

Airbnb is making another attempt to penetrate the experiences market, a segment they claim holds vast potential. Their past efforts were largely unsuccessful, prompting skepticism surrounding this latest push, as the strategies appear similar to previous attempts. Critics argue there is little innovation in their current plan, particularly a lack of effective partnerships or technical connectivity that would allow for seamless integration across platforms. The idea of providing cheap curated experiences is seen as counterproductive, raising concerns about sustainability and value in the crowded market.

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