Nature, cuisine, arts and sightseeing

In a shopper survey carried out by Panterra, over 85 p.c of respondents mentioned that experiences and actions are an necessary a part of journey¹, indicating a powerful need to discover locations extra absolutely. The fully reimagined Airbnb Experiences—hosted by locals who know their metropolis greatest—enable friends to uncover the perfect components of a metropolis, whether or not they’re exploring a brand new vacation spot or unearthing hidden gems in their very own yard. We’re revealing the expertise varieties vacationers are searching for most, and the methods friends can expertise them on Airbnb.

Vacationers are going past the guidebook and searching for genuine adventures

The survey reveals that essentially the most sought-after experiences by each home and worldwide vacationers embrace:²

The survey additionally exhibits that in terms of experiences, vacationers need to expertise one thing new and deepen their cultural understanding of the place they’re visiting. ³ Airbnb Experiences present a various array of choices, delivering genuine methods for vacationers to immerse themselves within the native tradition and improve their journey. Whether or not it’s savoring organic matcha during a traditional tea ceremony or embarking on a breathtaking sunset hike along the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna, there are numerous alternatives to expertise the world in a really unforgettable method on Airbnb. Listed below are some distinctive experiences so as to add to the itinerary:

Sightseeing and excursions

Culinary explorations

Nature and outdoor actions

Arts and tradition endeavors

• An intimate evening stroll through Musée d’Orsay (Paris, France): Admire 100 masterpieces at nightfall, when the crowds are smaller with an area Impressionism knowledgeable.
• Roam the Saint-Ouen flea market with an expert (Paris, France): Discover Paris’s epic flea market with an creator who wrote a guide about it.
• Practice the art of tattooing with Scott Campbell (Los Angeles, California): Study the basics of design, sketching, ink, needles, and approach earlier than placing machine to (silicone) pores and skin with a world-renowned tattoo artist and nice artist.
• Paint a still life in a historic 1876 studio (Florence, Italy): Work alongside an artist and studio proprietor to create your individual oil portray of seasonal produce or flowers.
• Make glass beads (Osaka, Japan): Step into dwelling historical past and craft your individual vibrant glass bead utilizing time-honored strategies with a glass artisan.