Purpose, aspiration, and the pursuit of authentic experiences are defining the way we travel, according to a well-known Australian demographer.

More than a year after a patent for background check software was published, it has been revealed that Airbnb can check guests’ social media presence to see whether they are psychopaths before they rent.

As the festive season kicks off, Airbnb is rolling out a swathe of new features to protect hosts, guests and neighbours.

Trying to work up the courage to ask your boss for that big promotion? Get inspired by these industry guns. Or, just have a few too many at knock-off drinks this arvo and ask them then.

Did you happen to catch members of the hotel industry kicking cans down the street and muttering curse words to themselves? Find out why here.

Do you only read Travel Weekly for the weird and wacky stories? Well, this yarn is sure to have you scratching your head in disbelief.

Airbnb has announced a slew of changes to its verification system, but Australia’s tourism sector has said the changes do not go far enough.

Hosts of short-term rental properties have been sharing images of guests along with their names and personal information online, with some making racist comments and revealing guests’ sexual orientations.

Airbnb’s co-founder and CEO revealed the company will act to enforce its ban on “party houses” after five people were shot dead at a Halloween party in San Francisco.

Barbie has become an Airbnb host, listing her Malibu Dreamhouse on the home-sharing site. And yes, everything is pink.

Airbnb has advised its hosts that the ATO is coming for them. Get the lowdown here.

Meanwhile, Travel Weekly’s roving reporter has been appointed to sort out lunch for the rest of the team. He’s promised devon and pickle sandwiches.