- Business
- Airbnb, Inc. operates a global online marketplace that connects hosts and guests to book unique stays, experiences, and services worldwide; the company also offers gift cards and related travel offerings through its platform. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Airbnb operates through a single reportable segment and serves consumers in nearly every country and region, with listings and services booked online and through mobile devices.
Its core products and services include short-term and long-term accommodations; Airbnb Experiences, which provide locally hosted activities; Airbnb Services, which offer add-on travel and lifestyle services; and newer trip-planning and booking features that expand the platform beyond lodging. In its 2025 Summer Release, Airbnb introduced Airbnb Services, reimagined Airbnb Experiences, and an all-new app, while in its 2026 Summer Release it expanded further into car rentals, grocery delivery through Instacart, airport pickups through Welcome Pickups, boutique hotels, and exclusive FIFA World Cup 2026 experiences.
Airbnb’s recent strategic changes reflect a broader push to become a more comprehensive travel platform rather than a pure home-sharing marketplace. The company has also announced partnerships and service rollouts tied to major events and travel use cases, including collaboration with UNESCO, a partnership with Delta on miles for qualifying experiences and services, and local investment around FIFA World Cup 2026 host markets, alongside ongoing additions to its services ecosystem in 2025 and 2026.