Airbnb celebrates one year in Cuba with discounted stays

Airbnb celebrates one year in Cuba with discounted stays

In celebration of its one-year anniversary since launching its platform in Cuba, Airbnb is gifting up to $500 to first-time guests in Cuba.

The first 100 bookings made now through April 30, 2016 are eligible for these discounted stays. Lucky guests will be notified via email of their gifted stay within 3-5 business days of their booking date, based on availability.

A year ago, Airbnb announced its launch in Cuba and in that time, has welcomed more than 13,000 US travellers from all 50 states to the island. The company also grew its listings in Cuba threefold since launch to nearly 4,000, with Airbnb homes located across 40 different cities and towns, offering travellers some of the most culturally diverse and immersive experiences on the island.

Last month, Airbnb announced it had been granted special authorization by the U.S. Department of Treasury to provide accommodations in Cuba to non-US travellers, giving travellers from around the world the opportunity to experience the real Cuba through the neighbourhoods and homes of local Airbnb hosts.

 

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