So I discovered Airbnb last year when I was looking for an apartment in LA where a group of artists could stay and work on a project together for a few weeks.
Basically it works like this;
Everyday people list their homes on the Airbnb website, they are the 'Hosts'.
Hosts list pictures and descriptions of their property; including which amenities are available such as internet, parking and 'pets allowed'.
If you click on the post title, it will link you to the Airbnb site to have a play around.
So, for example, in the search section, you put in 'Amsterdam', '2 bedroom min', '£30 per night max' and then the dates you want. It instantly gives you a map of the area with all the potential properties available.
You can look through the details of as many as you want. If you see something you like; click your wanted dates into the host's calendar to see if the place is available.
You can then contact the host with any questions through the Airbnb messaging, or simply 'Book It'. If the host accepts your booking, the apartment or house is secured for you.
Airbnb take the payment off you in full at the time of booking, but they don't pass it to the host until a day AFTER you arrive, so you and your money are protected. You can also read previous feedback and reviews from other guests.
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